WWE Rivals Episode Rating Graph

The battle between WWE & WCW for the top spot on television in the mid 90's/early 2000's, took the entertainment world by storm. Commonly known as the "Monday Night Wars," WWE used its cutting-edge product to combat Ted Turner's WCW. But in a landscape where only one company could survive, this rivalry was a true roller-coaster ride until the very end. Freddie Prinze Jr. leads a roundtable discussion with Kevin Nash, Kofi Kingston, Tamina and John Bradshaw Layfield, breaking down one of wrestling's most legendary stories.

After dominating most of the WWE roster in the mid 90's, Undertaker needed an opponent who could push him both physically and mentally. Mankind (aka Mick Foley) became that perfect adversary for "The Deadman." Together, these larger-than-life characters created unforgettable moments each time the bell rang, culminating in their spectacular 1998 Hell in a Cell match. A roundtable of luminaries including Freddie Prinze Jr., Booker T, Natalya, D-Von Dudley and John Bradshaw Layfield discuss this quintessential rivalry.

There were never two more polar opposites than Mick Foley & "Hunter Hearst Helmsley" (aka Triple H). From street fights at Madison Square Garden to battling inside Hell in a Cell, Mick would be the measuring stick for Hunter to prove his true toughness. All while Helmsley shined a spotlight on Foley's more relatable human side, allowing WWE's most unlikely hero to carve out his place in history. Freddie Prinze Jr. leads a roundtable discussion with Kevin Nash, Cody Rhodes, Beth Phoenix and John Bradshaw Layfield, to break down this unique rivalry.

The most heated and personal rivalry in sports entertainment history takes center stage. In the 1990s, Bret "The Hitman" Hart and Shawn Michaels excelled inside the ring, but behind the scenes real-life issues between the men boiled over in a moment known as "The Montreal Screw Job." Former WWE writer Freddie Prinze Jr. leads a roundtable of Legends and Superstars that includes Kevin Nash, Kofi Kingston, Tamina and John Bradshaw Layfield.

The main event at WrestleMania III between Hulk Hogan and Andre the Giant was a tipping point for WWE, cementing wrestling's place in pop culture history. But Andre and Hogan's rivalry goes back nearly a decade, where Hogan had to earn the trust of the "8th wonder of the World." The torch was soon passed from Andre to Hogan, who became the biggest star in the history of professional wrestling. Freddie Prinze Jr. leads a roundtable discussion with Booker T, Natalya, D-Von Dudley and John Bradshaw Layfield about this historic rivalry.

In 1996, “Stone Cold” Steve Austin was climbing to the top of the WWE roster. However, one man stood in his path: Bret “Hitman” Hart, one of greatest wrestlers at the time. Austin’s edgy demeanor clashed with Hart’s traditionalist style, creating an explosive rivalry on screen that fans couldn’t get enough of. Freddie Prinze Jr. leads a roundtable of luminaries including Kevin Owens, Johnny Gargano, Renee Paquette and John Bradshaw Layfield to break down this epic rivalry.

The on-screen rivalry between Eddie Guerrero & Rey Mysterio was a true battle between two of the most dynamic and successful luchadores in sports entertainment history. From their revolutionary matches to their intense plot line involving Rey's son Dominick, both Rey & Eddie pushed the envelope when it came to storytelling inside and outside of the ring. A roundtable of experts composed of Freddie Prinze Jr., Kevin Nash, Natalya Neidhart, Bayley and John Bradshaw Layfield, break down this emotional journey.

The Rock helped send WWE to new heights in the late 90s during the "Attitude Era." But once Hollywood came calling, a bold and brash upstart named John Cena soon won over the entire WWE Universe and became the face of the company. However, Cena's public criticisms of The Rock led to verbal attacks both on and off the screen and eventually a dream match for WWE fans. Freddie Prinze Jr. breaks down this great rivalry with Kevin Nash, Natalya, Bayley and John Bradshaw Layfield.

Spanning over seven years, Brock Lesnar and Roman Reigns had one of the longest rivalries in WWE history. When Brock made his dramatic return to WWE in 2012, Roman burst on the scene and quickly rose to stardom. What followed was an intense rivalry with some of the most brutal matches that fans have ever seen. A roundtable composed of Freddie Prinze Jr., Kevin Owens, Johnny Gargano, Renee Paquette and John Bradshaw Layfield shed light on this notable battle.

In 1985, Hulk Hogan leads WWE into a new era with the first "WrestleMania"; while Hogan gets much of the credit, his nemesis Rowdy Roddy Piper feels under-appreciated as the villain.

Along with Freddie Prinze Jr., Booker T, Natalya, D-Von Dudley and John Bradshaw Layfield, Orton and Undertaker go behind the scenes to discuss their wild and fiery moments.

During the peak of WWE's Attitude Era, two women helped redefine what it meant to be a female competitor in sports entertainment; during their on-screen rivalry, Trish Stratus reached exceptional highs, while Lita would face a number of roadblocks.

Stephanie McMahon & Brie Bella's on-screen rivalry inspired a revolution in sports entertainment, showing that two women could be main event superstars and draw money, just as well as their male counterparts. Stephanie hadn't competed in the ring in over a decade and her match with Brie at SummerSlam was a pinnacle moment for them as well as the entire female superstar roster. A roundtable of experts featuring Freddie Prinze Jr., Kevin Nash, Kofi Kingston, Tamina and John Bradshaw Layfield, digs into this unforgettable rivalry.

In the early 90s, 'Macho Man' Randy Savage and Jake 'The Snake' Roberts were entangled in the most personal of rivalries that centered around Randy's wife, Miss Elizabeth. Much more than a standard wrestling storyline, both men became embroiled in a heated battle that included a notorious snake bite in the ring. Freddie Prinze Jr. leads a roundtable discussion with Kevin Nash, Natalya Neidhart, Bayley and John Bradshaw Layfield to analyze their rivalry.