Episode
WWE Friday Night SmackDown: SmackDown - Jan. 23, 2003
Overview
With Brock Lesnar's victory in the Royal Rumble securing his spot in the main event at WrestleMania, WWE Champion Kurt Angle readies for a main event of his own as he goes one-on-one with Rey Mysterio. While Raw General Manager Eric Bischoff looks to sign a former adversary to his brand, Stephanie McMahon brings a legend to SmackDown.
Details
- Series
- WWE Friday Night SmackDown
- Season
- Season 5
- Episode
- Episode 4
- Air date
- 2003-01-23
- Runtime
- 87 min
Episode context
SmackDown - Jan. 23, 2003 is Episode 4 in Season 5 of WWE Friday Night SmackDown. It aired on 2003-01-23. The runtime is 87 min.
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Episode 3: SmackDown - Jan. 16, 2003
WWE Champion Kurt Angle and his team of Shelton Benjamin and Charlie Haas compete in a Handicap Match. Brock Lesnar & Rey Mysterio face A-Train & Big Show. Dawn Marie holds a funeral service to honor the memory of Al Wilson, but when Torrie Wilson mourns her father, her new stepmother sheds some light her loss. Plus, John Cena and more in action.
Episode 5: SmackDown - Jan. 30, 2003
Following Hollywood Hulk Hogan's return to SmackDown, Mr. McMahon resolves to put an end to Hulkamania by enlisting The Rock to face him at No Way Out. As Undertaker continues to call out Big Show, Paul Heyman offers an unusual apology to the Deadman. Team Angle sets their sights on becoming the No. 1 contenders for the WWE Tag Team Championship.
More episodes from this season
Episode 2: SmackDown - Jan. 09, 2003
WWE Champion Kurt Angle leads Shelton Benjamin and Charlie Haas to victory in singles competition against two formidable opponents. Paul Heyman promises to teach Brock Lesnar a lesson as the Beast goes one-on-one with A-Train in the main event. Plus, Big Show takes on Rikishi, John Cena battles Chavo Guerrero, and more.
Episode 6: SmackDown - Feb. 06, 2003
Hollywood Hulk Hogan addresses his upcoming match against The Rock, however, The Great One has some words of his own for the Hulkster. While Team Angle looks to capture the WWE Tag Team Championship from Los Guerreros, their leader and WWE Champion is faced with a challenge of his own in the main event. Plus, John Cena calls out Brock Lesnar.
Episode 1: SmackDown - Jan. 02, 2003
As SmackDown kicks off the new year with the wedding ceremony of Dawn Marie and Torrie Wilson, Brock Lesnar returns to action as he faces Matt Hardy in the main event. However, with the Royal Rumble approaching, Paul Heyman and Big Show have a special challenge for the Beast. John Cena makes a bold statement at the expense of Eddie Guerrero.
Episode 7: SmackDown - Feb. 13, 2003
Brock Lesnar goes one-on-one with John Cena in the main event. After weeks of asking forgiveness from The Undertaker in the most unorthodox ways, Big Show delivers another unusual peace offering to the Deadman. Dawn Marie and Torrie Wilson compete in a Bra and Panties Match. Plus, Eddie Guerrero battles Shelton Benjamin, Edge in action, and more.
Episode 8: SmackDown - Feb. 20, 2003
Brock Lesnar battles each member of Team Angle in a Gauntlet Match. The Rock finally comes back to SmackDown for a confrontation with Hollywood Hulk Hogan. The Undertaker gets more than little choked up when Big Show offers him another present. Plus, Torrie Wilson looks to give Nidia some corporal punishment and more.
Episode 9: SmackDown - Feb. 27, 2003
Brock Lesnar takes on Shelton Benjamin and Charlie Hass in a Handicap Match main event. With his team in action, Kurt Angle gives Brian Kendrick the opportunity of a lifetime. Plus, Mr. McMahon addresses his involvement in Hollywood Hulk Hogan's loss at No Way Out, The Undertaker receives help from a newcomer, and more.
Episode 10: SmackDown - Mar. 06, 2003
Brock Lesnar gets his hands on Paul Heyman in a Steel Cage Match. Mr. McMahon vows to put an end to Hulkamania when he challenges Hollywood Hulk Hogan to a match at WrestleMania. Rey Mysterio faces Tajiri and Jamie Noble in a Triple Threat match. Plus, Matt Hardy defends his Cruiserweight Championship, The Undertaker battles A-Train, and more.
Episode 11: SmackDown - Mar. 13, 2003
Brock Lesnar's chance for a WrestleMania moment comes early as he challenges Kurt Angle for the WWE Championship. Upset over Torrie Wilson's recent accomplishment, Dawn Marie decides to get something off her chest. Plus, Rey Mysterio and Billy Kidman take on WWE Tag Team Champions Team Angle, Los Guerreros in action, and much more.
Episode 12: SmackDown - Mar. 20, 2003
The road to WrestleMania XIX is pathed with ill intentions as Mr. McMahon takes his rivalry with Hollywood Hulk Hogan to another level when they sign the contract for their match. After relying on brotherly love to help him retain his WWE Championship against Brock Lesnar last week, Kurt Angle receives some disheartening news.
Episode 13: SmackDown - Mar. 27, 2003
As their match for the WWE Championship at WrestleMania XIX approaches, Kurt Angle gives Brock Lesnar something to reflect upon. But while Lesnar readies for the challenge of a lifetime, John Cena calls out the Beast. With his career on the line at WrestleMania, Hollywood Hulk Hogan addresses his Hulkamaniacs for what could be the last time.