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WWE Friday Night SmackDown: Season 5

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52 episodes · premiered Jan 2, 2003

Chaos reigns as Brock Lesnar wreaks havoc on the entire SmackDown locker room. Plus, WWE travels to Iraq for the first-ever Tribute to the Troops event. All this and more in the 2003 season of SmackDown.

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  1. Episode 1: SmackDown - Jan. 02, 2003 Jan 2, 2003 · 1h 27m 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…
  2. Episode 2: SmackDown - Jan. 09, 2003 Jan 9, 2003 · 1h 26m 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…
  3. Episode 3: SmackDown - Jan. 16, 2003 Jan 16, 2003 · 1h 28m 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…
  4. Episode 4: SmackDown - Jan. 23, 2003 Jan 23, 2003 · 1h 27m 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…
  5. Episode 5: SmackDown - Jan. 30, 2003 Jan 30, 2003 · 1h 26m 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…
  6. Episode 6: SmackDown - Feb. 06, 2003 Feb 6, 2003 · 1h 24m 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…
  7. Episode 7: SmackDown - Feb. 13, 2003 Feb 13, 2003 · 1h 20m 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…
  8. Episode 8: SmackDown - Feb. 20, 2003 Feb 20, 2003 · 1h 24m 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…
  9. Episode 9: SmackDown - Feb. 27, 2003 Feb 27, 2003 · 1h 27m 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…
  10. Episode 10: SmackDown - Mar. 06, 2003 Mar 6, 2003 · 1h 27m 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…
  11. Episode 11: SmackDown - Mar. 13, 2003 Mar 13, 2003 · 1h 24m 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…
  12. Episode 12: SmackDown - Mar. 20, 2003 Mar 20, 2003 · 1h 24m 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…
  13. Episode 13: SmackDown - Mar. 27, 2003 Mar 27, 2003 · 1h 24m 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…
  14. Episode 14: SmackDown - Apr. 03, 2003 Apr 3, 2003 · 1h 26m Stephanie McMahon initiates a tournament to determine the No. 1 Contender for the Brock Lesnar's newly-won WWE Championship. Despite losing to Hollywood Hulk Hogan in their Street Fight…
  15. Episode 15: SmackDown - Apr. 10, 2003 Apr 10, 2003 · 1h 25m WWE Champion Brock Lesnar returns faces Cruiserweight Champion Matt Hardy. "Rowdy" Roddy Piper hosts a new edition of Piper's Pit with Mr. McMahon as his guest. Plus, the tournament to…
  16. Episode 16: SmackDown - Apr 17, 2003 Apr 17, 2003 · 1h 26m As the tournament to determine the number one contender for Brock Lesnar's newly won WWE Championship reaches the finals, John Cena confronts the Beast. Following her surprise return…
  17. Episode 17: SmackDown - Apr. 24, 2003 Apr 24, 2003 · 1h 26m John Cena sets out to make an impression on WWE Champion Brock Lesnar when the Beast faces off with A-Train in the main event. Sable hosts a Bikini Invitational. With Kurt Angle still…
  18. Episode 18: SmackDown - May. 01, 2003 May 1, 2003 · 1h 24m Brock Lesnar calls out Big Show. Following weeks of anticipation, Mr. America makes his debut on a brand new Piper's Pit, however many questions arise over the identity of this patriotic…
  19. Episode 19: SmackDown - May. 08, 2003 May 8, 2003 · 1h 26m Despite the indefinite suspension of Hollywood Hulk Hogan from WWE, the hiring of the conspicuous Mr. America and his new lucrative contract has Mr. McMahon demanding answers. Plus, John…
  20. Episode 20: SmackDown - May. 15, 2003 May 15, 2003 · 1h 18m WWE Champion Brock Lesnar goes on a rampage. With the identity of Mr. America causing him restlessness, Mr. McMahon looks to some hired muscle to take out this growing nemesis at Judgment…
  21. Episode 21: SmackDown - May. 22, 2003 May 22, 2003 · 1h 29m WWE Champion Brock Lesnar faces with Johnny "The Bull" Stamboli. With Mr. America defeating "Rowdy" Roddy Piper to keep his identity from being revealed, Mr. McMahon is out for vengeance…
  22. Episode 22: SmackDown - May. 29, 2003 May 29, 2003 · 1h 23m The Undertaker & WWE Champion Brock Lesnar battle against Chuck Palumbo & Johnny "The Bull" Stamboli. After having Zach Gowen arrested to strike at the heart of Mr. America, Mr. McMahon…
  23. Episode 23: SmackDown - Jun 05, 2003 Jun 5, 2003 · 1h 21m Kurt Angle makes his return to SmackDown. However, the Olympic Gold Medalist receives a cold welcome from a former ally. On an all new edition of Piper's Pit, Mr. McMahon challenges Zach…
  24. Episode 24: SmackDown - Jun. 12, 2003 Jun 12, 2003 · 1h 26m This episode of SmackDown features an arm-wrestling contest between Mr. America and Mr. McMahon. Brock Lesnar defends the WWE Championship against The Big Show. Matt Hardy battles Rey…
  25. Episode 25: SmackDown - Jun. 19, 2003 Jun 19, 2003 · 1h 26m Big Show and WWE Champion Brock Lesnar battle for the Beast's title. Mr. McMahon's constant humiliation of Zach Gowen finally pushes Stephanie McMahon to the limit. When the Full Blooded…
  26. Episode 26: SmackDown - Jun. 26, 2003 Jun 26, 2003 · 1h 26m WWE Champion Brock Lesnar teams with Kurt Angle & Mr. America to take on Big Show, Shelton Benjamin & Charlie Haas. After weeks of being tormented, Zach Gowen receives an apology from Mr…
  27. Episode 27: SmackDown - Jul. 03, 2003 Jul 3, 2003 · 1h 26m While forcing Zach Gowen to earn his WWE contract by teaming with Stephanie McMahon to face against Big Shown in a Handicap Match, Mr. McMahon looks seal the fate of Mr. America with a…
  28. Episode 28: SmackDown - Jul 10, 2003 Jul 10, 2003 · 1h 26m WWE Champion Brock Lesnar is forced to take on Big Show & The World's Greatest Tag Team in a special 3-on-1 Falls Count Anywhere Match. As Zach Gowen finally realizes his dream of becoming…
  29. Episode 29: SmackDown - Jul. 17, 2003 Jul 17, 2003 · 1h 24m Kurt Angle is forced to take on Big Show and The World's Greatest Tag Team in a 3-on-1 Falls Count Anywhere Match. But while Mr. McMahon readies for his upcoming confrontation with Zach…
  30. Episode 30: SmackDown - Jul. 24, 2003 Jul 24, 2003 · 1h 22m Kurt Angle, Zach Gowen & WWE Champion Brock Lesnar battle Big Show & the World's Greatest Tag Team. With CEO Linda McMahon recuperating from her injuries sustained during her recent Raw…
  31. Episode 31: SmackDown - Jul. 31, 2003 Jul 31, 2003 · 1h 26m Kurt Angle receives a challenge from Brock Lesnar. However, Mr. McMahon looks to put their friendship to the test by ordering the Beast and the Olympic Gold Medalist to team up against Big…
  32. Episode 32: SmackDown - Aug. 07, 2003 Aug 7, 2003 · 1h 24m As Brock Lesnar faces Mr. McMahon inside a steel cage with WWE Champion Kurt Angle serving as the special guest referee, a plan unfolds to ensure that the Beast doesn't get his hands on…
  33. Episode 33: SmackDown - Aug. 14, 2003 Aug 14, 2003 · 1h 26m After Mr. McMahon introduces the 'real' Brock Lesnar to the WWE Universe, the Chairman forces Stephanie McMahon to take on A-Train in the main event. Cruiserweight Champion Rey Mysterio &…
  34. Episode 34: SmackDown - Aug. 21, 2003 Aug 21, 2003 · 1h 24m WWE Champion Kurt Angle calls out Mr. McMahon and Brock Lesnar. However, the Chairman of WWE counters the Olympic Gold Medalist's challenge by having him compete in a Falls Count Anywhere…
  35. Episode 35: SmackDown - Aug. 28, 2003 Aug 28, 2003 · 1h 26m Brock Lesnar demands a rematch against WWE Champion Kurt Angle. However, SmackDown General Manager Stephanie McMahon has other plans that sees the Beast battle The Undertaker and Big Show…
  36. Episode 36: SmackDown - Sep. 04, 2003 Sep 4, 2003 · 1h 24m When The Undertaker challenges Kurt Angle for his WWE Championship, Brock Lesnar decides make his presence felt by taking a ringside seat for the match. United States Champion Eddie…
  37. Episode 37: SmackDown - Sep. 11, 2003 Sep 11, 2003 · 1h 3m Mr. McMahon puts SmackDown GM Stephanie McMahon between a Brock and a hard place. John Cena and Eddie Guerrero take their rivalry to the street in a Latino Heat Parking Lot Brawl. Plus…
  38. Episode 38: SmackDown - Sep 18, 2003 Sep 18, 2003 · 1h 27m Two amateur wrestling greats face off in a 60 Minute Iron Man Match when Kurt Angle takes on Brock Lesnar! The Undertaker has a special message for Vince McMahon. Tajiri and Rhyno compete…
  39. Episode 39: SmackDown - Sep. 25, 2003 Sep 25, 2003 · 1h 24m As Mr. McMahon looks to present Brock Lesnar with his newly-won WWE Championship, Kurt Angle sets his sights on a fight with the Beast. Before he defends his United States Championship…
  40. Episode 40: SmackDown - Oct. 02, 2003 Oct 2, 2003 · 1h 25m Kurt Angle & The Undertaker take on John Cena & WWE Champion Brock Lesnar. When Big Show shows United States Champion Eddie Guerrero disrespect, Latino Heat decides to teach him a lesson…
  41. Episode 41: SmackDown - Oct. 09, 2003 Oct 9, 2003 · 1h 28m The rivalry between United States Champion Eddie Guerrero and Big Show gets messy when Latino Heat takes up a new job. Kurt Angle challenges John Cena to a unique form of competition. As…
  42. Episode 42: SmackDown - Oct. 16, 2003 Oct 16, 2003 · 1h 26m Kurt Angle shows John Cena exactly what he thinks of him. With their Chain Match for the WWE Championship just a few days away, Brock Lesnar and The Undertaker look to kick things off…
  43. Episode 43: SmackDown - Oct. 23, 2003 Oct 23, 2003 · 1h 27m With Stephanie McMahon being forced to resign as SmackDown General Manager due to her loss at No Mercy, Paul Heyman makes his shocking return to assume her responsibilities. Heyman shakes…
  44. Episode 44: SmackDown - Oct. 30, 2003 Oct 30, 2003 · 1h 13m While SmackDown General Manager Paul Heyman introduces some powerful additions to WWE Champion Brock Lesnar's Survivor Series team, the Beast partners with United States Champion Big Show…
  45. Episode 45: SmackDown - Nov. 06, 2003 Nov 6, 2003 · 1h 23m WWE Champion Brock Lesnar and his Survivor Series teammates look to recruit a new addition before taking on two members of Team Angle in a 4-on-2 Handicap Match. Plus, Eddie Guerrero…
  46. Episode 46: SmackDown - Nov. 13, 2003 Nov 13, 2003 · 1h 24m After siding with Team Angle heading into Survivor Series, John Cena proves his ability to play well with others when he and a future teammate faceoff against WWE Champion Brock Lesnar and…
  47. Episode 47: SmackDown - Nov. 20, 2003 Nov 20, 2003 · 1h 26m Following their loss at Survivor Series, WWE Champion Brock Lesnar gives each of his teammates a chance to redeem themselves by having them compete in singles action against members of…
  48. Episode 48: SmackDown - Nov. 27, 2003 Nov 27, 2003 · 1h 27m As the WWE Universe celebrates Thanksgiving, SmackDown General Manager Paul Heyman gives his locker room something to be thankful for by announcing a 20-Man Battle Royal to determine the…
  49. Episode 49: SmackDown - Dec. 04, 2003 Dec 4, 2003 · 1h 25m The two winners of last week's Battle Royal face off in a No. 1 Contender's Match for a chance to challenge Brock Lesnar for his WWE Championship. Problems within the Guerrero family…
  50. Episode 50: SmackDown - Dec. 11, 2003 Dec 11, 2003 · 1h 25m Rey Mysterio goes one-on-one with WWE Champion Brock Lesnar for a potential chance at the Beast's WWE Championship. Shannon Moore is put to the test once again as he faces off against…
  51. Episode 51: SmackDown - Dec. 18, 2003 Dec 18, 2003 · 1h 24m General Manager Paul Heyman gives Hardcore Holly the chance to challenge Brock Lesnar for the WWE Championship if he can first defeat A-Train & Matt Morgan. Plus, a Fatal 4-Way match for…
  52. Episode 52: SmackDown - Dec. 25, 2003 Dec 25, 2003 · 1h 25m The Superstars of SmackDown travel to Camp Victory for the very first edition of WWE Tribute to the Troops. In the main event, John Cena faces off against United States Champion Big Show…