Episode
Raw: August 19, 1996
Overview
WWE Champion Shawn Michaels battles Yokozuna. Paul Bearer explains why he turned on the Undertaker to side with the deranged Mankind. "Stone Cold" Steve Austin competes against Goldust, Sycho Sid, and Savio Vega for a chance at the WWE Championship. Plus, an Intercontinental Championship tournament kicks off, Mark Henry makes an enemy, and more.
Details
- Series
- Raw
- Season
- Season 4
- Episode
- Episode 33
- Air date
- 1996-08-19
- Runtime
- 46 min
Episode context
August 19, 1996 is Episode 33 in 1996 of Raw. It aired on 1996-08-19. The runtime is 46 min.
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Episode 32: August 12, 1996
WWE Champion Shawn Michaels warms up for his SummerSlam match with Vader by taking on another one of Camp Cornette's finest. Ahmed Johnson gives an update on his in-ring future. WWE cameras catch up with Bret Hart. Plus, Crush goes one-on-one with Savio Vega, The Godwinns in tag team action, and more.
Episode 34: September 6, 1996
On this special Championship Friday edition of Raw, Goldust challenges Shawn Michaels for the WWE Championship. As Mark Henry's receives his first challenge from Jerry "The King" Lawler. While the Intercontinental Title tournament continues, Bob Backlund announces his championship aspirations. Plus, "Stone Cold" Steve Austin, Mankind, and more.
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Episode 31: August 5, 1996
A Raw Invitational Battle Royal is held to see who will face the WWE Champion after SummerSlam. Shawn Michaels sits down for a one-on-one interview. The rivalry between Mankind and The Undertaker escalates. Faarooq Asad continues to cause problems for Ahmed Johnson. Plus, The New Rockers take on The Body Donnas and more.
Episode 35: September 9, 1996
The Undertaker goes one-on-one with Salvatore Sincere. Savio Vega faces off against Faarooq in first round matchup in the Intercontinental Championship Tournament. As Brian Pillman continues to make claims about Bret Hart, he is joined by an old friend. Plus, The Stalker takes on T.L. Hopper, Crush battles Freddie Joe Floyd, and much more.
Episode 30: July 29, 1996
Undertaker battles "Stone Cold" Steve Austin. While Vader looks for another victory on his road to SummerSlam, Jim Cornette calls out Jose Lothario for a face-to-face confrontation. After attacking Ahmed Johnson, Faarooq Asad is given a Sunny introduction to WWE. Plus, Sycho Sid in action, the British Bulldog takes on Henry Godwinn, and more.
Episode 36: September 16, 1996
The tournament for the Intercontinental Championship reaches the semi-finals as Sycho Sid battles Faarooq. While Brian Pillman's promises to bring about an interview with Bret Hart continue to raise questions, "Stone Cold" Steve Austin has some questions of his own. The Sultan faces Jake "The Snake" Roberts, The Smoking Gunns in action, and more.
Episode 29: July 22, 1996
Shawn Michaels & Ahmed Johnson take on The Smoking Gunns for the WWE Tag Team Championship. With Vader now scheduled to meet Michaels for the WWE Championship at SummerSlam, Jim Cornette delivers a message to the Heartbreak Kid. Plus, Mankind, Goldust, and many more in action.
Episode 37: September 23, 1996
The finals of the Intercontinental Championship Tournament see "Wildman" Marc Mero battle Faarooq. The Undertaker has a grave message for Mankind and Paul Bearer. Plus, The Stalker faces Hunter Hearst Helmsley in the main event, "Stone Cold" Steve Austin continues his tirade on Bret Hart, Double J's musical ability is exposed, and more.
Episode 28: July 15, 1996
WWE Tag Team Champions The Smoking Gunns receive a pair of golden opportunities as Bart challenges Ahmed Johnson for the Intercontinental Championship and Billy faces Shawn Michaels for the WWE Championship. Plus, Camp Cornette looks to increase their chances at In Your House, Marc Mero takes on T.L. Hopper, and more.
Episode 38: September 30, 1996
Shawn Michaels & Jose Lothario take on Vader & Jim Cornette. As Jake "The Snake" Roberts battles "Stone Cold" Steve Austin, his problems with Jerry "The King" Lawler escalate. "The Real Double J" is revealed. Hunter Hearst Helmsley issues a challenge to Mr. Perfect, The Godwinns are in action, and The Undertaker promises to grant Mankind's wish.
Episode 27: July 8, 1996
After WWE President Gorilla Monsoon suspends the Ultimate Warrior, WWE Champion Shawn Michaels and Intercontinental Champion Ahmed Johnson turn to a partner with a vicious streak to help them take on Camp Cornette at In Your House. Plus, Savio Vega battles Bradshaw, Vader & the British Bulldog take on The Godwinns in the main event.
Episode 39: October 7, 1996
Sycho Sid takes on Goldust. The New and Improved Rockers flex their in-ring abilities in a match against The Smoking Gunns. After recently being revealed to be the voice behind Double J's musical career, the "Real Double J" Jesse James breaks his silence. Plus, The Sultan battles Aldo Montoya, Vader bites off more than he can chew, and much more.