Episode guide
ECW Hardcore TV: ECW Hardcore TV - 1996
53 episodes · premiered Dec 31, 1995
ECW is a hard-hitting, edgy alternative to more mainstream sports-entertainment programming that started a revolution. This season features extreme rivalries such as Raven vs. Sandman and many more.
- Episode 1: ECW Hardcore TV - Jan. 02, 1996 Jan 2, 1996 · 45m As ECW makes their New York City debut, Mikey Whipwreck faces off against 2 Cold Scorpio for the ECW Television Title and Tag Team Titles. Plus, Stevie Richards is introduced to Missy…
- Episode 2: ECW Hardcore TV - Jan. 09, 1996 Jan 9, 1996 · 47m Tommy Dreamer is once again scheduled to face off against Raven in the main event. However, the Innovator of Violence may be faced with the blues. Plus, Bruiser Mastilone makes his ECW…
- Episode 3: ECW Hardcore TV - Jan. 16, 1996 Jan 16, 1996 · 37m The long and heated rivalry between Raven and Tommy Dreamer reaches a boiling point when Beulah McGillicutty makes a shocking revelation. As Taz and 911 continue to have issues, Bill…
- Episode 4: ECW Hardcore TV - Jan. 23, 1996 Jan 23, 1996 · 36m Taz and Bill Alfonso continue to run roughshod as the Human Suplex Machine takes on Hack Meyers. Plus, Tommy Dreamer finds an unlikely alliance in Shane Douglas, highlights from Sabu's…
- Episode 5: ECW Hardcore TV - Jan. 30, 1996 Jan 30, 1996 · 45m On this edition of Hardcore TV, highlights of superstars competing in some incredible confrontations including Tommy Dreamer and Shane Douglas' Tag Team Title match with Cactus Jack and…
- Episode 6: ECW Hardcore TV - Feb. 06, 1996 Feb 6, 1996 · 44m Cactus Jack shows his true colors as he and Mikey Whipwreck defend the Tag Team Titles against The Eliminators. Plus, Francine and The Pitbulls get a little redemption, Juventud Guerrera…
- Episode 7: ECW Hardcore TV - Feb. 13, 1996 Feb 13, 1996 · 47m While several superstars continue to stand up to Bill Alfonso and Taz, a beast from the east makes his presence felt. After having some managerial issues, The Sandman finds himself a new…
- Episode 8: ECW Hardcore TV - Feb. 20, 1996 Feb 20, 1996 · 44m Controversy reigns supreme at Cyber Slam '96 when Brian Pillman arrives and shows everyone why they call him a loose cannon. Tommy Dreamer learns that good friends are hard to come by when…
- Episode 9: ECW Hardcore TV - Feb. 27, 1996 Feb 27, 1996 · 45m With everything to lose, a desperate Tommy Dreamer makes a deal with the devil. Cyber Slam '96 matches are featured including Taz battling Joel Hartgood, highlights from Shane Douglas'…
- Episode 10: ECW Hardcore TV - Mar. 05, 1996 Mar 5, 1996 · 44m On this edition of Hardcore TV, the events of Cyber Slam '96 are highlighted and 2 Cold Scorpio's incredible match with Sabu is featured. Plus, Brian Pillman, The Sandman, and more.
- Episode 11: ECW Hardcore TV - Mar. 12, 1996 Mar 12, 1996 · 46m Before Cactus Jack can leave for greener pastures, he must first battle Chris Jericho in an incredible confrontation from Big Ass Extreme Bash. Tensions rise when Shane Douglas finds…
- Episode 12: ECW Hardcore TV - Mar. 19, 1996 Mar 19, 1996 · 48m Hardcore TV once again takes fans to events of Big Ass Extreme Bash where Rey Misterio Jr. looks for a shot at redemption against Juventud Guerrera in a 2 out of 3 Falls main event. The…
- Episode 13: ECW Hardcore TV - Mar. 26, 1996 Mar 26, 1996 · 46m On this edition of Hardcore TV, Chris Jericho is in for the fight of his life when he squares off against Taz in an incredible confrontation. Plus, Shane Douglas' match with Raven for the…
- Episode 14: ECW Hardcore TV - Apr. 02, 1996 Apr 2, 1996 · 47m On this edition of Hardcore TV, the main event becomes a Dudley Family affair when Taz goes one-on-one with Buh Buh Ray. After making short work of Chad Austin and the Blue Meanie, The…
- Episode 15: ECW Hardcore TV - Apr. 09, 1996 Apr 9, 1996 · 46m On this edition of Hardcore TV, Tommy Dreamer forms an alliance with The Sandman and Shane Douglas to take on Raven and The Bruise Brothers in a Six-Man Tag Team main event. Plus, the…
- Episode 16: ECW Hardcore TV - Apr. 16, 1996 Apr 16, 1996 · 44m On this edition of Hardcore TV, the action and excitement from ECW's Massacre on Queens Bivd are on display including the Tommy Dreamer and The Pitbulls taking on The Bruise Brothers and…
- Episode 17: ECW Hardcore TV - Apr. 23, 1996 Apr 23, 1996 · 44m On this edition of Hardcore TV, the events of Hostile City Showdown '96 are highlighted including the confrontation between Tommy Dreamer and Prime Time Brian Lee. Plus, The Gangstas…
- Episode 18: ECW Hardcore TV - Apr. 30, 1996 Apr 30, 1996 · 45m More action from Hostile City Showdown '96 is highlighted on this edition of Hardcore TV including Raven defending his ECW Heavyweight Championship against 'The Franchise' Shane Douglas…
- Episode 19: ECW Hardcore TV - May. 07, 1996 May 7, 1996 · 44m On this edition of Hardcore TV, the incredible match between Rob Van Dam and Sabu from Hostile City Takeover '96 is on display. Plus, Tommy Dreamer vows to get revenge on The Gangstas and…
- Episode 20: ECW Hardcore TV - May. 14, 1996 May 14, 1996 · 45m Despite his primary objective of capturing the ECW Championship, Shane Douglas receives another golden opportunity when he takes on 2 Cold Scorpio for the ECW World Television Title. Plus…
- Episode 21: ECW Hardcore TV - May. 21, 1996 May 21, 1996 · 46m On this edition of Hardcore TV, Taz goes one-on-one with 2 Cold Scorpio. Plus, highlights from ECW's A Matter of Respect featuring Rob Van Dam, Sabu, Chris Jericho. and many more!
- Episode 22: ECW Hardcore TV - May. 28, 1996 May 28, 1996 · 45m On this edition of Hardcore TV, Tommy Dreamer and The Gangstas battle Prime Time Brian Lee and The Eliminators in a Six-Man Tag Team match. Plus, highlights from 2 Cold Scorpio vs. Chris…
- Episode 23: ECW Hardcore TV - Jun. 04, 1996 Jun 4, 1996 · 43m While continuing to run through his opponents, Taz's open challenge for a fight is answered by an unexpected contender. Plus, Raven defends his ECW Championship against the winner of…
- Episode 24: ECW Hardcore TV - Jun. 11, 1996 Jun 11, 1996 · 41m On this edition of Hardcore TV, Brian Pillman returns to ECW for a front row seat as Rob Van Dam goes one-on-one with Mikey Whipwreck. Plus, Shane Douglas defends his TV Title, the Full…
- Episode 25: ECW Hardcore TV - Jun. 17, 1996 Jun 18, 1996 · 44m On this edition of Hardcore TV, witness Mikey Whipwreck go one-on-one with Sabu in an incredible matchup. Plus, a look back at The Samoan Gangsta Party's attack on The Gangstas, Stevie…
- Episode 26: ECW Hardcore TV - Jun. 25, 1996 Jun 25, 1996 · 45m Raven's reign as ECW Champion is put in danger when he defends his title against a mystery opponent with a free spirit. Plus, Shane Douglas battles Mikey Whipwreck, The Sandman introduces…
- Episode 27: ECW Hardcore TV - Jul. 02, 1996 Jul 2, 1996 · 42m On this edition of Hardcore TV, Tommy Dreamer looks to put an end to his rivalry with Prime Time Brian Lee as they faceoff in a Weapons match. However, the tables are turned on Innovator…
- Episode 28: ECW Hardcore TV - Jul. 09, 1996 Jul 9, 1996 · 44m On this edition of Hardcore TV, an all out war erupts within the Tag Team Division after The Gangstas attempt to challenge The Eliminators for their ECW Tag Team Championships. Plus, Raven…
- Episode 29: ECW Hardcore TV - Jul. 16, 1996 Jul 16, 1996 · 43m On this edition of Hardcore TV, The Eliminators defend their ECW Tag Team Championships against Sabu and Mikey Whipwreck. Plus, The Gangstas look for revenge on The Samoan Gangsta Party…
- Episode 30: ECW Hardcore TV - Jul. 23, 1996 Jul 23, 1996 · 47m On this edition of Hardcore TV, Chris Jericho defends his ECW World Television Championship in a Four Corners Elimination match against 2 Cold Scorpio, Shane Douglas, and Pitbull 2. Plus…
- Episode 31: ECW Hardcore TV - Jul. 30, 1996 Jul 30, 1996 · 45m Revisit the action and excitement from Heat Wave '96 as this edition of Hardcore TV features some incredible highlights including Sabu taking on Louie Spicolli. Plus, Tommy Dreamer…
- Episode 32: ECW Hardcore TV - Aug. 06, 1996 Aug 6, 1996 · 46m On this edition of Hardcore TV, Raven's efforts to prevent The Sandman from challenging him for his ECW Championship backfire when Tod Gordon makes a special stipulation. Plus, D-Von…
- Episode 33: ECW Hardcore TV - Aug. 13, 1996 Aug 13, 1996 · 44m ECW goes world wide as this edition of Hardcore TV airs from the land of the rising sun in Tokyo, Japan. Witness some incredible action featuring ECW Champion Raven, The Eliminators, Tommy…
- Episode 34: ECW Hardcore TV - Aug. 20, 1996 Aug 20, 1996 · 44m In a chance at revenge on ECW World Television Champion Shane Douglas and Francine for severely injuring his tag team partner, Pitbull 2 goes one-on-one with The Franchise. Plus, a look at…
- Episode 35: ECW Hardcore TV - Aug. 27, 1996 Aug 27, 1996 · 44m On this edition of Hardcore TV, Rob Van Dam gets more than he bargained for when Doug Furnas is revealed as his mystery opponent for a one-on-one confrontation. Plus, Raven, Louie…
- Episode 36: ECW Hardcore TV - Sep. 03, 1996 Sep 3, 1996 · 42m On this edition of Hardcore TV, relive ECW's Natural Born Killaz event where Taz looks to make an example out of Tommy Dreamer as they faceoff in an incredible main event. Plus, Louie…
- Episode 37: ECW Hardcore TV - Sep. 10, 1996 Sep 10, 1996 · 42m On this edition of Hardcore TV, witness Prime Time Brian Lee faceoff against Terry Gordy in a No Rules Bad Street match. Plus, Buh Buh Ray and Big Dick Dudley take on their brother D-Von…
- Episode 38: ECW Hardcore TV - Sep. 17, 1996 Sep 17, 1996 · 38m Things go too far when Louie Spicolli challenges Shane Douglas for the ECW World Television Championship. Plus, Raven celebrates the birthday of his youngest follower, Lance Wright suffers…
- Episode 39: ECW Hardcore TV - Sep. 24, 1996 Sep 24, 1996 · 46m On this edition of Hardcore TV, Sabu and Rob Van Dam team up to take on Doug Furnas and Dan Kroffat in a incredible Tag Team main event. Plus, Devon Storm faces The Sandman, the Full Blood…
- Episode 40: ECW Hardcore TV - Oct. 01, 1996 Oct 1, 1996 · 40m Despite repeated attempts to callout Sabu, Taz takes out his frustrations in singles action as he goes one-on-one with Johnny Smith at Ultimate Jeopardy '96. Plus, the Blue Meanie and…
- Episode 41: ECW Hardcore TV - Oct. 08, 1996 Oct 8, 1996 · 43m On this edition of Hardcore TV, witness some incredible matchups from Ultimate Jeopardy '96 including Tommy Dreamer and The Sandman taking on Stevie Richards and Prime Time Brian Lee with…
- Episode 42: ECW Hardcore TV - Oct. 15, 1996 Oct 15, 1996 · 46m On this edition of Hardcore TV, Pitbull 2 looks for revenge on Shane Douglas as he challenges The Franchise to a match for his ECW World Television Championship. Plus, Taz battles Johnny…
- Episode 43: ECW Hardcore TV - Oct. 22, 1996 Oct 22, 1996 · 47m While The Sandman's personal life continues to fall apart thanks to Raven, his reign as ECW Champion is put in jeopardy after a major announcement. Plus, The Gangstas defend their Tag Team…
- Episode 44: ECW Hardcore TV - Oct. 29, 1996 Oct 29, 1996 · 45m The Sandman defends his ECW Championship against 2 Cold Scorpio in an incredible contest but is brought to his knees by a familiar face. Olympic Gold Medalist Kurt Angle gets a taste of…
- Episode 45: ECW Hardcore TV - Nov. 05, 1996 Nov 5, 1996 · 45m While Shane Douglas looks to defend his ECW World Television Championship against Tommy Dreamer in the main event, he puts a bounty on the head of Pitbull 2 that the Pittsburgh Steel Team…
- Episode 46: ECW Hardcore TV - Nov. 12, 1996 Nov 12, 1996 · 44m With November to Remember '96 rapidly approaching, Joey Styles revisits all the action and excitement leading up to this event including Tommy Dreamer turning to Terry Funk to help him…
- Episode 47: ECW Hardcore TV - Nov. 19, 1996 Nov 19, 1996 · 46m On this edition of Hardcore TV, take a look at some of the action and excitement from November to Remember '96 including D-Von and Buh Buh Ray Dudley's one-on-one matchup. Plus, highlights…
- Episode 48: ECW Hardcore TV - Nov. 26, 1996 Nov 26, 1996 · 46m On this edition of Hardcore TV, witness more incredible highlights of from November to Remember '96 including 2 Cold Scorpio's farewell matches, Hack Myers vs. Axl Rotten, and more! Plus…
- Episode 49: ECW Hardcore TV - Dec. 03, 1996 Dec 3, 1996 · 44m Witness some exciting ECW action on this edition of Hardcore TV including Tommy Dreamer going one-on-one with TV Champion Shane Douglas. Plus, Taz targets Rob Van Dam, a look at the…
- Episode 50: ECW Hardcore TV - Dec. 10, 1996 Dec 10, 1996 · 44m On this edition of Hardcore TV, Shane Douglas and Chris Candido reform a new threat in ECW when Brian Lee goes one-on-one with Louie Spicolli in the main event. Plus, The Gangstas battles…
- Episode 51: ECW Hardcore TV - Dec. 17, 1996 Dec 17, 1996 · 46m On this edition of Hardcore TV, Rob Van Dam prepares to settle a score with Taz as they faceoff in action-packed Grudge Match main event. Also, Tommy Dreamer and Beulah McGillicutty look…
- Episode 52: ECW Hardcore TV - Dec. 24, 1996 Dec 24, 1996 · 47m As ECW's toughest superstars compete in a King of the Hill Battle Royal, Taz orchestrates a trap to ensure Sabu's elimination. Plus, Buh Buh Ray and Spike Dudley battle the Full Blooded…
- Episode 53: Hardcore TV 193 Dec 31, 1996 · 1h Mikey Whipwreck challenges Raven for the ECW Championship in the main event. Plus, Rob Van Dam, The Gangstas, and more!