Season
WWE Friday Night SmackDown: Season 3
Overview
In 2001, SmackDown is one of the prominent battlegrounds in the war between WWE and the WCW/ECW Alliance. Watch as Superstars like The Rock, Kurt Angle and more defend SmackDown from the WCW/ECW invaders.
Details
- Series
- WWE Friday Night SmackDown
- Season
- Season 3
- Air date
- 2001-01-04
- Episodes
- 52 episodes
Episodes
Episode 1: SmackDown - Jan. 04, 2001
"Stone Cold" Steve Austin looks to exact revenge on Stephanie McMahon-Helmsley but Mr. McMahon intervenes by giving The Rattlesnake a chance to compete against The Undertaker and Kane in a Triple Threat Match to determine the new No. 1 Contender for the WWE Championship. Plus, The Rock battles Kurt Angle, Rikishi takes on Test, and much more.
Episode 2: SmackDown - Jan. 11, 2001
With Triple H costing Stone Cold Steve Austin his chance at the WWE Championship on Raw, Mr. McMahon orders hostilities between both men cease for 24 hours before giving The Game a WWE Championship opportunity of his own against Kurt Angle. The Rattlesnake and The Rock compete in a Fatal 4-Way Match for the coveted Number 30 spot in the main event.
Episode 3: SmackDown - Jan. 18, 2001
With his spot in the 2001 Royal Rumble at stake, "Stone Cold" Steve Austin must resist the impulse to attack Triple H unless physically provoked as The Game serves as the special referee when The Rattlesnake teams with The Undertaker and The Rock to take on Rikishi, Kane & WWE Champion Kurt Angle. Plus, Bubba Ray Dudley faces Edge and more.
Episode 4: SmackDown - Jan. 25, 2001
Mr. McMahon gives "Stone Cold" Steve Austin and Triple H the night off and orders Kurt Angle to defend his WWE Championship against Kane in the main event. Plus, Haku makes his presence felt when The Undertaker takes on Rikishi, Chris Jericho defends the Intercontinental Championship against Big Show, and much more.
Episode 5: SmackDown - Feb. 01, 2001
Kurt Angle defends the WWE Championship in a Triple Threat Match against The Rock and Triple H. The Dudley Boyz put their Tag Team Championship on the line against The Hardy Boyz in a Tag Team Tables Match. Chris Jericho issues an open challenge for his Intercontinental Championship. Plus, The Brothers of Destruction battle Rikishi & Haku and more.
Episode 6: SmackDown - Feb. 08, 2001
The Rock battles Big Show in the main event. Mr. McMahon selects two WWE Superstars via lottery to represent "Stone Cold" Steve Austin and Triple H in one-on-one action where the winner will decide the stipulation for their upcoming match at No Way Out. Plus, The Dudley Boyz defend their Tag Team Championship against Edge and Christian and more.
Episode 7: SmackDown - Feb. 15, 2001
Triple H unveils the sinister stipulations to his upcoming battle with "Stone Cold" Steve Austin before going one-on-one with The Rock in the main event. Mr. McMahon shows what depths he will sink to when he gives a special Valentine's Day present to his estranged wife. Plus, Chris Jericho defends the Intercontinental Championship against X-Pac.
Episode 8: SmackDown - Feb. 22, 2001
The Rock, The Undertaker & Kane take on WWE Champion Kurt Angle and Edge & Christian in a No Disqualification Six-Man Tag Team Match. Triple H looks to provoke "Stone Cold" Steve Austin by targeting one his closest friends. Plus, Test defends his European Championship against William Regal, Jeff Hardy faces Rikishi, and much more.
Episode 9: SmackDown - Mar. 01, 2001
Kurt Angle sets his sights on breaking the ankle of WWE Champion The Rock. However, Mr. McMahon has other plans when he orders The Great One to defend his title against William Regal. "Stone Cold" Steve Austin battles Kurt Angle. Plus, Christian teams with Haku & Rikishi to take on D-Von Dudley & The Brothers of Destruction and much more.
Episode 10: SmackDown - Mar. 08, 2001
With "Stone Cold" Steve Austin watching intently, Debra leads WWE Champion The Rock into main event action as The Great One takes on Rikishi & Haku in a Handicap Match. Triple H receives a challenge from The Undertaker. Plus, The Hardy Boyz defend their Tag Team Championship against The Dudley Boyz and much more.
Episode 11: SmackDown - Mar. 15, 2001
"Stone Cold" Steve Austin faces Kurt Angle in a No Disqualification Match. However, Angle and Austin may have to first reckon with The Rock as The Great One has a score to settle with both men. In a special interview, Shane McMahon explains his recent attack on his father. Plus, The Undertaker takes his rivalry with Triple H to dangerous ground.
Episode 12: SmackDown - Mar. 22, 2001
"Stone Cold" Steve Austin and WWE Champion The Rock sit down with Jim Ross for a highly volatile face-to-face interview. With The Great One scheduled for action against two WWE Superstars, the WWE Universe looks on to see what The Rattlesnake will do. Plus, Triple H lures The Undertaker into a vicious attack, Chris Jericho in action, and much more.
Episode 13: SmackDown - Mar. 29, 2001
"Stone Cold" Steve Austin offers The Rock a toast. The rivalry between Triple H and The Undertaker reaches the boiling point after The Game targets his opponent's most prized possession. Plus, Kane teams with Intercontinental Champion Chris Jericho to take Big Show & Commissioner William Regal, Chyna exposes Women's Champion Ivory, and much more.
Episode 14: SmackDown - Apr. 05, 2001
WWE Champion "Stone Cold" Steve Austin gives an old friend a shocking reality check. With Mr. McMahon's faction now in control of the WWE Championship, he sends Triple H to bring home another prestigious prize. Plus, the Brothers of Destruction take on Right to Censor, Jeff Hardy battles the Big Show, and much more action.
Episode 15: SmackDown - Apr 12, 2001
Triple H and Stone Cold Steve Austin look to run roughshod over the WWE. Jeff Hardy battles Triple H. Kane, Undertaker, and more in action.
Episode 16: SmackDown - Apr. 19, 2001
With WWE Champion "Stone Cold" Steve Austin and Intercontinental Champion Triple H running rampant throughout the ranks of WWE, The Brothers of Destruction are given an opportunity to get even with The Two-Man Power Trip if they can first defeat Edge & Christian for the Tag Team Championship in a No Disqualification main event.
Episode 17: SmackDown - Apr. 26, 2001
WWE Champion "Stone Cold" Steve Austin and Intercontinental Champion Triple H take on Kaientai in the main event. The Brothers of Destruction are forced to compete in a pair of Handicap Matches as The Undertaker faces The Right to Censor while Kane takes on Edge & Christian. Plus, Rhyno defends the Hardcore Championship against Test and more.
Episode 18: SmackDown - May. 03, 2001
Mr. McMahon gives the Undertaker a main event bout against someone who has a score to settle with him. Triple H defends his Intercontinental Championship against Jeff Hardy. Plus, Grandmaster Sexay challenges Jerry Lynn for the Light Heavyweight Championship, X-Pac goes one-on-one with Raven, and much more action.
Episode 19: SmackDown - May. 10, 2001
Tensions between The Undertaker and WWE Champion Stone Cold Steve Austin escalate when the Deadman hijacks some of The Rattlesnake's personal belongings. Intercontinental Champion Triple H goes one-on-one with Rikishi. Plus, Bradshaw challenges Rhyno for the Hardcore Championship, Chris Jericho takes on Christian, and more.
Episode 20: SmackDown - May. 17, 2001
After a hoax involving his family goes awry, The Undertaker goes on a hunt for revenge on WWE Champion "Stone Cold" Steve Austin. When The Rattlesnake lays blame at the feet of Intercontinental Champion Triple H, The Game finds himself going one-on-one with the Deadman in a Hardcore Match. Plus, Chris Jericho takes on Edge and much more.
Episode 21: SmackDown - May. 24, 2001
With Triple H suffering a career-threatening injury on Raw, WWE Champion "Stone Cold" Steve Austin blames The Game for The Two-Man Power Trip losing the Tag Team Championship while three teams prepare to compete for the gold in a Tables, Ladders & Chairs Match in the main event. Plus, Eddie Guerrero goes one-on-one with X-Pac and much more action.
Episode 22: SmackDown - May. 31, 2001
"Stone Cold" Steve Austin defends his WWE Championship in the main event. Edge challenges Kane for his Intercontinental Championship. More personal footage of The Undertaker and his wife is revealed to the WWE Universe with a disturbing message. Stephanie McMahon-Helmsley gives an update on Triple H's recovery. Chris Jericho takes on Kurt Angle.
Episode 23: SmackDown - Jun 07, 2001
Mr. McMahon and Stone Cold Steve Austin go after the Tag Team Titles. Superstars compete in Qualifying Matches for the King of the Ring.
Episode 24: SmackDown - Jun 14, 2001
Spike Dudley ends up fighting for the WWE Championship when he crosses a rattlesnake. Kurt Angle issues a challenge to Shane McMahon.
Episode 25: SmackDown - Jun. 21, 2001
WWE Champion "Stone Cold" Steve Austin lets out his frustrations. When Diamond Dallas Page is revealed to be his wife's stalker, The Undertaker sends a deadly message to DDP. In preparation for his upcoming confrontation with Shane McMahon, Kurt Angle teams with Rhyno to take on Edge & Christian. Plus, Test defends his Hardcore Championship.
Episode 26: SmackDown - Jun. 28, 2001
With the threat of another attack from Shane McMahon's WCW in the air, Mr. McMahon calls out his son. But, when CEO Linda McMahon accepts the challenge, The Chairman is forced to make a difficult decision. Frustrated over his recent assault at the hands of Booker T, WWE Champion "Stone Cold" Steve Austin turns his attention to Tazz.
Episode 27: SmackDown - Jul. 05, 2001
Booker T puts the WCW World Heavyweight Championship on the line against Diamond Dallas Page. "Stone Cold" Steve Austin displays a little southern hospitality when he graciously offers surprise gifts to Mr. McMahon and Kurt Angle. Spike Dudley teams with Chris Jericho to take on The Dudley Boyz. Billy Gunn & Big Show battle The Hardy Boyz.
Episode 28: SmackDown - Jul. 12, 2001
With ECW and WCW working together as The Alliance, Mr. McMahon asks "Stone Cold" Steve Austin to change his strategy going into Invasion. Chris Jericho battles Lance Storm, Kane faces Rhyno, and The Undertaker teams with Kurt Angle to take on Shane McMahon & Diamond Dallas Page in the main event. All this and more in this edition of SmackDown.
Episode 29: SmackDown - Jul. 19, 2001
With "The Old Stone Cold" Steve Austin back with the WWE just days before Invasion, Mr. McMahon learns the hard way to be careful what you wish for. While "Stone Cold" prepares to team with Kurt Angle for a tag team main event against Rhyno & WCW Champion Booker T, Diamond Dallas Page orchestrates a plot to lure The Rattlesnake away.
Episode 30: SmackDown - Jul. 26, 2001
While rumors circulate over Mr. McMahon bringing back The Rock to help WWE in their fight against The Alliance, Shane McMahon sends The Great One a special message reminding him of his tumultuous relationship with The Chairman. Kurt Angle is forced to go one-on-one with Booker T for the WCW Championship in the main event.
Episode 31: SmackDown - Aug. 02, 2001
As Kurt Angle rallies some patriotic support for his challenge to WWE Champion "Stone Cold" Steve Austin at SummerSlam, the Olympic Gold Medalist receives a challenge of his own from Intercontinental Champion Lance Storm. The Undertaker goes one-on-one with WCW Champion Booker T in the main event. Plus, The Rock returns to SmackDown.
Episode 32: SmackDown - Aug. 09, 2001
Things explode between The Rock and Shane McMahon & WCW Champion Booker T. The Dudley Boyz & WWE Champion "Stone Cold" Steve Austin take on Kurt Angle & The Hardy Boyz in a Six-Man Tag Team Elimination Match. Plus, Chris Jericho faces Hugh Morrus, Sean O'Haire & Chuck Palumbo defend the WCW Tag Team Championship against the Brothers of Destruction.
Episode 33: SmackDown - Aug. 16, 2001
The Rock and Booker T go head-to-head in the first ever Lights Out Match. When Kurt Angle tries to take advantage of WWE Champion Stone Cold Steve Austin's special Austin Invitational, Tazz shows The Alliance where his loyalties lie. Plus, Edge & Christian try to reclaim the Tag Team Championship from Kanyon & Diamond Dallas Page.
Episode 34: SmackDown - Aug. 23, 2001
When dissention brews among the ranks of The Alliance, Chris Jericho takes advantage of their weakened state by challenging WWE Champion "Stone Cold" Steve Austin to go one-on-one in the main event. WCW Champion The Rock partners with The A.P.A. to take on Booker T, Test & Rhyno. Plus, Kurt Angle battles WCW United States Champion Kanyon and more.
Episode 35: SmackDown - Aug. 30, 2001
With his Olympic Gold Medals in the hands of WWE Champion "Stone Cold" Steve Austin, a furious Kurt Angle faces Alliance member Booker T in the main event, while The Rattlesnake shows the WWE Universe exactly what he thinks of Angle's greatest accomplishment. Plus, Chris Jericho & WCW Champion The Rock take on Rhyno & Hardcore Champion Rob Van Dam.
Episode 36: SmackDown - Sep 04, 2001
After being humiliated by Kurt Angle on Raw, WWE Champion Stone Cold Steve Austin looks to take out his frustrations on Alliance member and Hardcore Champion Rob Van Dam. Christian explains why he attacked Edge. Plus, The Hardy Boyz take on Raven & Justin Credible. Plus, The Rock in action and more.
Episode 37: SmackDown - Sep. 13, 2001
In the wake of the terrorist attacks on September 11th, 2001, the Superstars of WWE come together to perform on one of the most memorable editions of SmackDown in history. While some send out their condolences to those lost loved ones, others take to the ring to showcase what they do best in defiance of to those who would take their freedom away.
Episode 38: SmackDown - Sep. 20, 2001
The rivalry between Kurt Angle and WWE Champion "Stone Cold" Steve Austin reaches the breaking point after The Rattlesnake tries to make an example out of Tajiri. WCW Champion The Rock & The A.P.A. take on Alliance members Booker T, Test, & Rhyno. Plus, Rob Van Dam defends his Hardcore Championship against Raven and much more.
Episode 39: SmackDown - Sep. 27, 2001
The Brothers of Destruction defend the WCW Tag Team Championship against Test & Booker T. WWE Champion Kurt Angle and WCW Champion The Rock look to bring the WWE Tag Team Championship back home by challenging The Dudley Boyz. Christian defends his Intercontinental Championship against Bradshaw. Plus, Rob Van Dam, The Hardy Boyz, and many more.
Episode 40: SmackDown - Oct. 04, 2001
As "Stone Cold" Steve Austin's association with The Alliance makes him ineligible for a rematch against Kurt Angle for the WWE Championship, Shane McMahon orchestrates a plan to get The Rattlesnake another chance. Chris Jericho & WCW Champion The Rock team up with WWE Referee Mike Chioda to take on The Dudley Boyz & Alliance Referee Nick Patrick.
Episode 41: SmackDown - Oct. 11, 2001
With Commissioner William Regal now aligned with The Alliance and the WWE Championship back in the hands of "Stone Cold" Steve Austin, CEO Linda McMahon returns to deal a devastating blow to the WCW and ECW coalition by naming a new WWE Commissioner. Rob Van Dam faces Chris Jericho for a chance The Rock's WCW Championship.
Episode 42: SmackDown - Oct. 18, 2001
Rob Van Dam's loyalties are called into question after he is seen having a private conversation with Mr. McMahon. However, problems within the ranks of WWE come to light as well when The Rock teams with the challenger for his WCW Championship Chris Jericho. Plus, Test & Booker T take on The Brothers of Destruction and much more action.
Episode 43: SmackDown - Oct. 25, 2001
While The Alliance continues to grow weaker after losing several titles, WWE Champion "Stone Cold" Steve Austin orders his troops to compete in a Battle Royal for a chance a at Chris Jericho's WCW Championship. The Rock challenges Rob Van Dam for his Hardcore Championship. Kurt Angle defends his WCW United States Championship against Christian.
Episode 44: SmackDown - Nov. 01, 2001
With Kurt Angle defecting to The Alliance, WWE tries to regroup by having Kane go after Angle's WCW United States Championship while The Undertaker challenges "Stone Cold" Steve Austin for the WWE Championship in the main event. The Rock & WCW Champion Chris Jericho defend the WWE Tag Team Championship against Test & Booker T.
Episode 45: SmackDown - Nov. 08, 2001
After some devastating news from Mr. McMahon on Raw, WWE Champion "Stone Cold" Steve Austin tries to rally The Alliance behind him by teaming with WCW United States Champion Kurt Angle to take on The Undertaker. Booker T challenges The Rock for the WCW Championship. Plus, Test defends his Intercontinental Championship against Matt Hardy.
Episode 46: SmackDown - Nov 15, 2001
Before WWE and The Alliance clash for the final time at Survivor Series, ECW's Paul Heyman calls out Mr. McMahon for a face-to-face confrontation that has been brewing for years. With their Winner Take All Match approaching, Chris Jericho & WCW Champion The Rock unite to take Kurt Angle and WWE Champion "Stone Cold" Steve Austin.
Episode 47: SmackDown - Nov. 22, 2001
While Mr. McMahon and WWE Co-Owner Ric Flair decide the fate of the WWE and World Championships at Vengeance, The Rock & Rob Van Dam battle The Dudley Boyz for the Tag Team Championship in the main event. After being humiliated into keeping his job, William Regal calls out the leader of the now-defunct Alliance, "Stone Cold" Steve Austin.
Episode 48: SmackDown - Nov. 29, 2001
WWE Champion "Stone Cold" Steve Austin battles William Regal in a Strap Match. After adopting a new attitude, The Undertaker makes an example out of Rob Van Dam before taking on Tazz. Plus, Intercontinental Champion Edge faces Kurt Angle, Christian defends his European Championship, and more.
Episode 49: SmackDown - Dec 06, 2001
Days before they all battle to make history and crown an Undisputed WWE Champion, "Stone Cold" Steve Austin & The Rock team up to take on Kurt Angle & Chris Jericho. After forcing people to join his Kiss My Ass Club, Mr. McMahon is given a taste of his own medicine. Undertaker's new attitude earns him a match with Bradshaw. All this and more.
Episode 50: SmackDown - Dec. 13, 2001
The Rock joins forces with Rob Van Dam to take on The Undertaker & Chris Jericho. "Stone Cold" Steve Austin is on the hunt for Booker T. Tajiri defends the Cruiserweight Championship against Crash Holly. Plus, Test faces Jeff Hardy, The Dudley Boyz & Christian battle Albert, Scotty 2 Hotty & Tazz in six-man action, and much more.
Episode 51: SmackDown - Dec. 20, 2001
Episode 52: SmackDown - Dec. 27, 2001