NWA World Championship Wrestling - Season 4

First aired: 1/2/1988 53 episodes

WCW's World Championship Wrestling is the gold standard of 1980s sports-entertainment television. This season features a venerable who's who of WWE Hall of Famers including Sting and many more.

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Episodes

1. World Championship Wrestling - Jan. 02, 1988

Aired: 1/2/1988

The 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.

2. World Championship Wrestling - Jan. 09, 1988

Aired: 1/9/1988

Sting 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.

3. World Championship Wrestling - Jan. 16, 1988

Aired: 1/16/1988

Jim 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.

4. World Championship Wrestling - Jan. 23, 1988

Aired: 1/23/1988

Amidst 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.

5. World Championship Wrestling - Jan. 30, 1988

Aired: 1/30/1988

Following 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.

6. World Championship Wrestling - Feb. 06, 1988

Aired: 2/6/1988

Things 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.

7. World Championship Wrestling - Feb. 13, 1988

Aired: 2/13/1988

Alongside 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.

8. World Championship Wrestling - Feb. 20, 1988

Aired: 2/20/1988

New 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.

9. World Championship Wrestling - Feb. 27, 1988

Aired: 2/27/1988

The 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.

10. World Championship Wrestling - Mar. 05, 1988

Aired: 3/5/1988

World 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.

11. World Championship Wrestling - Mar. 12, 1988

Aired: 3/12/1988

With 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.

12. World Championship Wrestling - Mar. 19, 1988

Aired: 3/19/1988

Sting 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.

13. World Championship Wrestling - Mar. 26, 1988

Aired: 3/26/1988

Controversy 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.

14. World Championship Wrestling - Apr. 02, 1988

Aired: 4/2/1988

After 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.

15. World Championship Wrestling - Apr. 09, 1988

Aired: 4/9/1988

On 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.

16. World Championship Wrestling - Apr. 16, 1988

Aired: 4/16/1988

As 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.

17. World Championship Wrestling - Apr. 23, 1988

Aired: 4/23/1988

The 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.

18. World Championship Wrestling - Apr. 30, 1988

Aired: 4/30/1988

After 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.

19. World Championship Wrestling - May. 07, 1988

Aired: 5/7/1988

After 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.

20. World Championship Wrestling - May. 14, 1988

Aired: 5/14/1988

While 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.

21. World Championship Wrestling - May. 21, 1988

Aired: 5/21/1988

While 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.

22. World Championship Wrestling - May. 28, 1988

Aired: 5/28/1988

After 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.

23. World Championship Wrestling - Jun. 04, 1988

Aired: 6/4/1988

World 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.

24. World Championship Wrestling - Jun. 11, 1988

Aired: 6/11/1988

Lex 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.

25. World Championship Wrestling - Jun. 18, 1988

Aired: 6/18/1988

Jim 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.

26. World Championship Wrestling - Jun. 25, 1988

Aired: 6/25/1988

Ric 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.

27. World Championship Wrestling - Jul. 02, 1988

Aired: 7/2/1988

Dusty 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.

28. World Championship Wrestling - Jul. 09, 1988

Aired: 7/9/1988

Less 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.

29. World Championship Wrestling - Jul. 16, 1988

Aired: 7/16/1988

After 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.

30. World Championship Wrestling - Jul. 23, 1988

Aired: 7/23/1988

World 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.

31. World Championship Wrestling - Jul. 30, 1988

Aired: 7/30/1988

Tensions 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.

32. World Championship Wrestling - Aug. 06, 1988

Aired: 8/6/1988

While 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.

33. World Championship Wrestling - Aug. 13, 1988

Aired: 8/13/1988

With 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.

34. World Championship Wrestling - Aug. 20, 1988

Aired: 8/20/1988

Two 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.

35. World Championship Wrestling - Aug. 27, 1988

Aired: 8/27/1988

The 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.

36. World Championship Wrestling - Sep. 03, 1988

Aired: 9/3/1988

As 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.

37. World Championship Wrestling - Sep. 10, 1988

Aired: 9/10/1988

As 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.

38. World Championship Wrestling - Sep. 17, 1988

Aired: 9/17/1988

Ron 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.

39. World Championship Wrestling - Sep. 24, 1988

Aired: 9/24/1988

Several 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.

40. World Championship Wrestling - Oct. 01, 1988

Aired: 10/1/1988

Ric 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.

41. World Championship Wrestling - Oct. 08, 1988

Aired: 10/8/1988

Speculation 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.

42. World Championship Wrestling - Oct. 15, 1988

Aired: 10/15/1988

The 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.

43. World Championship Wrestling - Oct. 22, 1988

Aired: 10/22/1988

After 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.

44. World Championship Wrestling - Oct. 29, 1988

Aired: 10/29/1988

The 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.

45. World Championship Wrestling - Nov. 05, 1988

Aired: 11/5/1988

Bam 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.

46. World Championship Wrestling - Nov. 12, 1988

Aired: 11/12/1988

After 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.

47. World Championship Wrestling - Nov. 19, 1988

Aired: 11/19/1988

Sting & 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.

48. World Championship Wrestling - Nov. 26, 1988

Aired: 11/26/1988

World 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.

49. World Championship Wrestling - Dec. 03, 1988

Aired: 12/3/1988

After 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.

50. World Championship Wrestling - Dec. 10, 1988

Aired: 12/10/1988

Several 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.

51. World Championship Wrestling - Dec. 17, 1988

Aired: 12/17/1988

Lex 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.

52. World Championship Wrestling - Dec. 24, 1988

Aired: 12/24/1988

United 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.

53. World Championship Wrestling - Dec. 31, 1988

Aired: 12/31/1988

Witness 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.