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NWA World Championship Wrestling — World Championship Wrestling (WCW) - 1988

  • Jan 2, 1988First aired
  • 53 episodesin this season
  • 77mavg. runtime
#Episode nameAir dateRuntimeRating
0194mWorld Championship Wrestling - Jan. 02, 1988The ongoing rivalry between Lex Luger and The Four Horsemen explodes when Arn Anderson goes one-on-one with former World Heavyweight Champion Ron Garvin in the main event. Plus, many of the NWA's top stars are in action, including Larry Zbyszko, Jim Cornette's Midnight Express, World Television Champion Nikita Koloff, and more.Jan 2, 1988Jan 2, 198894m0290mWorld Championship Wrestling - Jan. 09, 1988Sting partners with Barry Windham for tag team action. After showing his skills in the ring, Ron Simmons vows to make history. Plus, Nikita Koloff puts the World Television Championship on the line, The Sheepherders take on Mike Jackson & Italian Stallion, an update on Mighty Wilbur's recent injury in the Bunkhouse Stampedes, and much more.Jan 9, 1988Jan 9, 198890m0391mWorld Championship Wrestling - Jan. 16, 1988Jim Cornette leads Dick Murdoch to challenge Nikita Koloff for the World Television Championship in a memorable contest. Plus, Ron Simmons, The Powers of Pain, The Rock 'n' Roll Express, and many more in action.Jan 16, 1988Jan 16, 198891m0492mWorld Championship Wrestling - Jan. 23, 1988Amidst his continuing problems with The Four Horsemen, Lex Luger takes a ringside seat to witness Barry Windham defend the Western States Heritage Championship against Tully Blanchard. Sting's recent success leads him to call out World Heavyweight Champion Ric Flair. Plus, Ron Garvin, The Rock 'n' Roll Express, Warlord, and many more in action.Jan 23, 1988Jan 23, 198892m0575mWorld Championship Wrestling - Jan. 30, 1988Following his recent return to assist Lex Luger against The Four Horsemen, Ole Anderson makes his intentions known to the world. Jim Cornette receives more than he bargained for when he agrees to give Misty Blue some in-ring lessons. After calling out World Heavyweight Champion Ric Flair, Sting makes an impact at the expense of J.J. Dillon.Jan 30, 1988Jan 30, 198875m0687mWorld Championship Wrestling - Feb. 06, 1988Things take an unexpected turn when World Heavyweight Champion Ric Flair comes face-to-face with Sting. Following his recent humiliation at the hands of Misty Blue, Jim Cornette sends a message to Dusty Rhodes and his allies. Plus, The Road Warriors meet The Powers of Pain in a Bench Press Contest, Lex Luger partners with Barry Windham, and more.Feb 6, 1988Feb 6, 198887m0791mWorld Championship Wrestling - Feb. 13, 1988Alongside Lex Luger and Barry Windham, Sting continues his pursuit of World Heavyweight Champion Ric Flair and his Four Horsemen. While his partner recuperates from an injury, Road Warrior Hawk takes to the ring to face two opponents in a Handicap Match. Shane Douglas faces George South. Mike Rotunda defends the Florida Heavyweight Championship.Feb 13, 1988Feb 13, 198891m0892mWorld Championship Wrestling - Feb. 20, 1988New Six-Man Tag Team Champions The Powers of Pain and Ivan Koloff take to the ring for action. Ron Simmons gets on the wrong side of The Four Horsemen. Plus, Lex Luger & Barry Windham compete, "Hot Stuff" Eddie Gilbert goes one-on-one with George South, an update on Sting crashing the party of World Heavyweight Champion Ric Flair, and much more.Feb 20, 1988Feb 20, 198892m0991mWorld Championship Wrestling - Feb. 27, 1988The world waits in anticipation to hear news of the 1988 Jim Crockett Sr. Memorial Cup Tag Team Tournament. Despite suffering from recent injuries, Road Warrior Animal shows the measure of his resolve. Plus, Sting, Western States Heritage Champion Larry Zbyszko, World Tag Team Champions Arn Anderson & Tully Blanchard, and many more in action.Feb 27, 1988Feb 27, 198891m1091mWorld Championship Wrestling - Mar. 05, 1988World Heavyweight Champion Ric Flair and World Tag Team Champions Arn Anderson & Tully Blanchard compete in a Six-Man Tag Team Match main event. Plus, news on the upcoming Clash of the Champions, Mike Rotunda defends the World Television Championship against Ricky Santana, and much more.Mar 5, 1988Mar 5, 198891m1192mWorld Championship Wrestling - Mar. 12, 1988With Sting set to challenge Ric Flair for the World Heavyweight Championship at Clash of the Champions, "The Nature Boy" doubts the ability of his opponent. Jimmy Garvin challenges Mike Rotunda for the World Television Championship. Plus, Jim Cornette lobbies for his Midnight Express to have a higher seed in the Jim Crockett Sr. Memorial Cup.Mar 12, 1988Mar 12, 198892m1291mWorld Championship Wrestling - Mar. 19, 1988Sting continues his pursuit of World Heavyweight Champion Ric Flair. The Fantastics are given a chance to challenge The Midnight Express for the United States Tag Team Championship at Clash of the Champions. Al Perez sets his sights on Dusty Rhodes. Plus, many of the teams scheduled to compete in the Jim Crockett Sr. Memorial Cup are in action.Mar 19, 1988Mar 19, 198891m1391mWorld Championship Wrestling - Mar. 26, 1988Controversy abounds when Dusty Rhodes comes to the aid of Magnum T.A. during an assault at the hands of Tully Blanchard and J.J. Dillon. The Fantastics unite for some in-ring competition. Plus, Sting goes one-on-one with Max McGyver, Ron Simmons in action, and much more.Mar 26, 1988Mar 26, 198891m1487mWorld Championship Wrestling - Apr. 02, 1988After nearly capturing the World Heavyweight Title from Ric Flair at Clash of the Champions, Sting lets the world know that his rivalry with "The Nature Boy" is far from over. While preparing for the Jim Crockett Sr. Memorial Cup, several top tag teams are in action, including The Fantastics, Jim Cornette's Midnight Express, and The Sheepherders.Apr 2, 1988Apr 2, 198887m1565mWorld Championship Wrestling - Apr. 09, 1988On a night where the fate of Dusty Rhodes' in-ring future is finally decided, a masked avenger rides into the NWA in search of justice for The American Dream. With several teams preparing for the Jim Crockett Sr. Memorial Cup, Arn Anderson and Tully Blanchard show why they hold the top seed in the tournament. Plus, Sting and many more in action.Apr 9, 1988Apr 9, 198865m1686mWorld Championship Wrestling - Apr. 16, 1988As the world buzzes over the identity of the mysterious Midnight Rider, J.J. Dillon resolves to take matters into his own hands. While preparing for the Jim Crockett Sr. Memorial Cup, Lex Luger takes to the ring for some singles competition. The rivalry between The Fantastics and United States Tag Team Champions escalates.Apr 16, 1988Apr 16, 198886m1787mWorld Championship Wrestling - Apr. 23, 1988The structure of the Jim Crockett Sr. Memorial Cup is drastically altered when Barry Windham & Lex Luger defend the World Tag Team Championships against Arn Anderson & Tully Blanchard. Suspicion continues to follow the mysterious Midnight Rider as he gears up for action. Plus, The Fantastics vow to whip Jim Cornette into shape and more.Apr 23, 1988Apr 23, 198887m1887mWorld Championship Wrestling - Apr. 30, 1988After turning on Lex Luger to help Arn Anderson and Tully Blanchard capture the World Tag Team Championships and join The Four Horsemen, Barry Windham vows to become the United States Champion. Plus, highlights from the Jim Crockett Sr. Memorial Cup, Sting in action, and more.Apr 30, 1988Apr 30, 198887m1963mWorld Championship Wrestling - May. 07, 1988After Jim Cornette's premature celebration for his Midnight Express being awarded the United States Tag Team Championship goes south, The Fantastics show The Louisville Lip that revenge truly is sweet. J.J. Dillon objects to the recent reinstatement of Dusty Rhodes. Plus, Sting, Al Perez, Barry Windham, The Powers of Pain, and many more.May 7, 1988May 7, 198863m2081mWorld Championship Wrestling - May. 14, 1988While Tully Blanchard prepares to battle the recently reinstated Dusty Rhodes in a Bull Rope Match, The Four Horsemen send a message to everyone standing in their way. Following his recent humiliation at the hands of The Fantastics, Jim Cornette vows that his Midnight Express will humble the duo of Tommy Rogers & Bobby Fulton. All this and more.May 14, 1988May 14, 198881m2159mWorld Championship Wrestling - May. 21, 1988While preparing for the upcoming event at The Omni, the Superstars of the NWA compete in exciting action. From The Varsity Club's Mike Rotunda putting the World Television Championship on the line to Sting taking to the ring for singles competition, this edition of World Championship Wrestling features the finest in sports-entertainment.May 21, 1988May 21, 198859m2242mWorld Championship Wrestling - May. 28, 1988After recovering from injury, Mighty Wilbur returns to action to team with Ron Garvin. Plus, Sting partners with "Dr. Death" Steve Williams & Nikita Koloff for a Six-Man Tag Team Match, Jim Cornette vows to keep his Midnight Express from competing in the NWA, Kevin Sullivan promises to create a structure to get even with Jimmy Garvin, and more.May 28, 1988May 28, 198842m2386mWorld Championship Wrestling - Jun. 04, 1988World Tag Team Champions Arn Anderson & Tully Blanchard take to the ring for main event competition. Kevin Sullivan explains the rules of his new concept, The Tower of Doom Match. Plus, Mike Rotunda defends the Television Championship, Dusty Rhodes sends a message to Barry Windham, The Midnight Express gets some payback on The Fantastics, and more.Jun 4, 1988Jun 4, 198886m2481mWorld Championship Wrestling - Jun. 11, 1988Lex Luger waits to pass judgment on World Heavyweight Champion Ric Flair. Kevin Sullivan finally explains his relationship with Precious. United States Tag Team Champions The Fantastics vow to get revenge on The Midnight Express. Plus, Arn Anderson, Sting, "Dr. Death" Steve Williams, and many more in action.Jun 11, 1988Jun 11, 198881m2563mWorld Championship Wrestling - Jun. 18, 1988Jim Cornette's Midnight Express partner with The Sheepherders for an Eight Man Tag Team Match main event. Plus, World Tag Team Champions Arn Anderson & Tully Blanchard in action, Precious denies Kevin Sullivan's recent allegations, a look at the rivalry between Dusty Rhodes and Barry Windham, and much more.Jun 18, 1988Jun 18, 198863m2663mWorld Championship Wrestling - Jun. 25, 1988Ric Flair shows no fear while preparing to defend the World Heavyweight Championship against Lex Luger. To avoid being humiliated by The Fantastics, Jim Cornette appeals Jim Crockett, Jr's better nature. Plus, The Road Warriors, Sting, United States Heavyweight Champion Barry Windham, and many more in action.Jun 25, 1988Jun 25, 198863m2760mWorld Championship Wrestling - Jul. 02, 1988Dusty Rhodes and Lex Luger set their sights on taking both United States and World Heavyweight Championships from The Four Horsemen. Plus, The Rock 'n' Roll Express return to action, Mike Rotunda defends the World Television Championship, and much more.Jul 2, 1988Jul 2, 198860m2865mWorld Championship Wrestling - Jul. 09, 1988Less than a day away from challenging Ric Flair for the World Heavyweight Championship in Baltimore at The Great American Bash '88, Lex Luger shows everyone that he is determined to take "The Nature Boy"s gold. Barry Windham takes to the ring for singles action. Plus, Sting, Jim Cornette's Midnight Express, and many more in action.Jul 9, 1988Jul 9, 198865m2964mWorld Championship Wrestling - Jul. 16, 1988After turning on Dusty Rhodes to help Barry Windham remain United States Champion, Ron Garvin finds himself faced with new enemies. Jim Cornette rides high thanks to his Midnight Express once again becoming United States Tag Team Champions. Plus, The Road Warriors, Sting and "Dr. Death" Steve Williams, Nikita Koloff, and many more in action.Jul 16, 1988Jul 16, 198864m3086mWorld Championship Wrestling - Jul. 23, 1988World Heavyweight Champion Ric Flair takes to the ring for main event competition. With his Midnight Express riding high as United States Tag Team Champions, Jim Cornette issues a challenge to Arn Anderson & Tully Blanchard. Plus, Sting partners with Nikita Koloff and "Dr. Death" Steve Williams for a Six-Man Tag Team Match and much more.Jul 23, 1988Jul 23, 198886m3159mWorld Championship Wrestling - Jul. 30, 1988Tensions between The Four Horsemen and United States Tag Team Champions The Midnight Express escalate when Jim Cornette continues to challenge Arn Anderson & Tully Blanchard for the World Tag Team Championship. Plus, Sting sends a message to United States Heavyweight Champion Barry Windham and much more.Jul 30, 1988Jul 30, 198859m3263mWorld Championship Wrestling - Aug. 06, 1988While Lex Luger looks forward to once again challenging Ric Flair for the World Heavyweight Championship, "The Nature Boy" vows that it will be the last time that "The Total Package" receives an opportunity for his title. With Dick Murdoch by his side, Dusty Rhodes sends a message to Al Perez and Ron Garvin. Plus, the Four Horsemen and more.Aug 6, 1988Aug 6, 198863m3338mWorld Championship Wrestling - Aug. 13, 1988With the likes of Lex Luger, Sting, and Jim Cornette's Midnight Express looking to take their championship gold, The Four Horsemen remind their enemies exactly who they are. Ricky Morton finds a new ally in the form of Nikita Koloff. Plus, United States Heavyweight Champion Barry Windham, Al Perez, The Varsity Club, and many more.Aug 13, 1988Aug 13, 198838m3486mWorld Championship Wrestling - Aug. 20, 1988Two major titles are on the line, as The Varsity Club's Rick Steiner and Mike Rotunda defend both the Florida Heavyweight and World Television Championships. United States Tag Team Champions The Midnight Express take to the ring for action. Plus, Ricky Morton in singles competition, Al Perez continues to pursue a match with Dusty Rhodes, and more.Aug 20, 1988Aug 20, 198886m3587mWorld Championship Wrestling - Aug. 27, 1988The ongoing rivalry between Jim Cornette's Midnight Express and The Four Horsemen reaches new heights following an alleged assault on Bobby Eaton. Sting sends a message to United States Champion Barry Windham. Plus, Ricky Morton and Nikita Koloff team up, Brad Armstrong in action, words from World Heavyweight Champion Ric Flair, and much more.Aug 27, 1988Aug 27, 198887m3660mWorld Championship Wrestling - Sep. 03, 1988As their rivalry continues, both United States Tag Team Champions The Midnight Express and World Tag Team Champions Arn Anderson & Tully Blanchard compete. With Sting continuing to threaten his reign as United States Champion, Barry Windham takes to the ring for singles action. Plus, Ron Simmons, The Fantastics, Al Perez, and many more in action.Sep 3, 1988Sep 3, 198860m3782mWorld Championship Wrestling - Sep. 10, 1988As Ric Flair's World Heavyweight Championship defense against Lex Luger approaches, a Special Guest Referee is introduced to officiate the contest. Ron Simmons answers Gary Hart's recent challenges. Plus, Ricky Morton partners with Brad Armstrong for a tag team match, Western States Heritage Champion Larry Zbyszko in action, and more.Sep 10, 1988Sep 10, 198882m3858mWorld Championship Wrestling - Sep. 17, 1988Ron Simmons goes one-on-one with Kevin Sullivan in a Dog Collar Match. Following their recent victory over Arn Anderson & Tully Blanchard, Jim Cornette's Midnight Express rides high as the United States and World Tag Team Champions. Plus, Sting, The Fantastics, United States Heavyweight Champion Barry Windham, and many more in action.Sep 17, 1988Sep 17, 198858m3958mWorld Championship Wrestling - Sep. 24, 1988Several top stars of the National Wrestling Alliance are in action, including Sting, United States Champion Barry Windham, and World Tag Team Champions The Midnight Express. Plus, news on the upcoming tournament for the United States Tag Team Championship, Ivan Koloff talks about his issues with Paul Jones on Magnum T.A.'s Straight Talk, and more.Sep 24, 1988Sep 24, 198858m4082mWorld Championship Wrestling - Oct. 01, 1988Ric Flair sends a message to Sting, Lex Luger, and everyone else looking to end his reign as World Heavyweight Champion. Alongside Sir Oliver Humperdink, newcomer Bam Bam Bigelow continues to impress. Plus, Rick Steiner defends the World Television Championship for Mike Rotunda, World Tag Team Champions The Midnight Express in action, and more.Oct 1, 1988Oct 1, 198882m4180mWorld Championship Wrestling - Oct. 08, 1988Speculation runs rampant about the plans for Sir Oliver Humperdink's newest acquisition, Bam Bam Bigelow. With teams like The Road Warriors looking for an opportunity at their World Tag Team Championship, Jim Cornette's Midnight Express show why they hold the gold. Plus, Ron Simmons, Nikita Koloff and many more in action.Oct 8, 1988Oct 8, 198880m4281mWorld Championship Wrestling - Oct. 15, 1988The world buzzes over Sting and what lead to his recent injury at the hands of The Road Warriors. Sir Oliver Humperdink promises to lead Bam Bam Bigelow to the World Heavyweight Championship. Plus, several top stars of the NWA are in action, including Ron Simmons, Kevin Sullivan, World Tag Team Champions The Midnight Express, and many more.Oct 15, 1988Oct 15, 198881m4371mWorld Championship Wrestling - Oct. 22, 1988After footage of The Road Warriors' brutal attack on Sting is shown to the world, Dusty Rhodes lets his fellow Six-Man Tag Team Champions know that he is ashamed of their actions. Plus, Mike Rotunda defends the World Television Championship in the main event, The Russian Assassins in action, and Magnum T.A. conducts an interview with Lex Luger.Oct 22, 1988Oct 22, 198871m4442mWorld Championship Wrestling - Oct. 29, 1988The Road Warriors receive a message of vengeance from the man they put out of action, Sting. Plus, several top stars of the National Wrestling Alliance take to the ring for exciting competition, including The Fantastics, United States Heavyweight Champion Barry Windham, and more.Oct 29, 1988Oct 29, 198842m4582mWorld Championship Wrestling - Nov. 05, 1988Bam Bam Bigelow and Sir Oliver Humperdink issue a word of warning to United States Heavyweight Champion Barry Windham and World Heavyweight Champion Ric Flair. Plus, Ron Simmons and Rip Morgan meet in one-on-one action, Mike Rotunda defends the World Television Championship, and much more.Nov 5, 1988Nov 5, 198882m4681mWorld Championship Wrestling - Nov. 12, 1988After making a huge statement at the expense of Jim Cornette and his Midnight Express, Paul E. Dangerously reintroduces the world to The Original Midnight Express of Randy Rose & Dennis Condrey. Bam Bam Bigelow targets United States Champion Barry Windham. Plus, World Heavyweight Champion Ric Flair in action, Lex Luger, and much more.Nov 12, 1988Nov 12, 198881m4777mWorld Championship Wrestling - Nov. 19, 1988Sting & Lex Luger team up for in-ring competition. While their rivalry with Paul E. Dangerously's Original Midnight Express continues, Jim Cornette and his Midnight Express vow to take out Dennis Condrey. Plus, Rick Steiner's problems with The Varsity Club are far from over, Abdullah The Butcher in action, news on Starrcade '88, and much more.Nov 19, 1988Nov 19, 198877m4884mWorld Championship Wrestling - Nov. 26, 1988World Tag Team Champions The Road Warriors promise to get revenge on Lex Luger and Sting. Barry Windham dares Bam Bam Bigelow to challenge him for the United States Heavyweight Championship. Plus, Paul E. Dangerously's Original Midnight Express, Nikita Koloff, Jim Cornette's Midnight Express, and many more in action.Nov 26, 1988Nov 26, 198884m4989mWorld Championship Wrestling - Dec. 03, 1988After suffering a serious injury during an altercation with The Road Warriors, Dusty Rhodes vows to get an eye for an eye. United States Heavyweight Champion Barry Windham gets his hands on Bam Bam Bigelow. Plus, World Heavyweight Champion Ric Flair takes to the ring for singles action, Sting looks to return to his old ways, and much more.Dec 3, 1988Dec 3, 198889m5087mWorld Championship Wrestling - Dec. 10, 1988Several top stars of the NWA take to the ring for action, including Bam Bam Bigelow, World Tag Team Champions The Road Warriors, and United States Champion Barry Windham. Plus, Rick Steiner gets into the holiday spirit, Jim Cornette's Midnight Express send a message to Paul E. Dangerously's Original Midnight Express, and more.Dec 10, 1988Dec 10, 198887m5187mWorld Championship Wrestling - Dec. 17, 1988Lex Luger sets the record straight on why he asked for a No Disqualification Match against Ric Flair for the World Heavyweight Championship. World Tag Team Champions The Road Warriors send a message to Sting and Dusty Rhodes. Plus, United States Champion Barry Windham, Paul E. Dangerously, The Original Midnight Express, and many more in action.Dec 17, 1988Dec 17, 198887m5288mWorld Championship Wrestling - Dec. 24, 1988United States Heavyweight Champion Barry Windham goes one-on-one with "Hot Stuff" Eddie Gilbert. Plus, Junkyard Dog partners with Ivan Koloff & Rick Steiner for a Six-Man Tag Team Match, United States Tag Team Champions The Fantastics take to the ring, Sting in action, and much more.Dec 24, 1988Dec 24, 198888m5389mWorld Championship Wrestling - Dec. 31, 1988Witness highlights of some of the action from Starrcade '88, including Lex Luger challenging Ric Flair for the World Heavyweight Championship, the finals of the tournament to crown new United States Tag Team Champions, and Mike Rotunda defending the World Television Championship against Rick Steiner. Plus, The Fantastics and more in action.Dec 31, 1988Dec 31, 198889m