NWA World Championship Wrestling - Season 5

First aired: 1/7/1989 27 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 Ricky Steamboat and many more.

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Episodes

1. World Championship Wrestling - Jan. 07, 1989

Aired: 1/7/1989

Jim Ross and Tony Schiavone look at some of the most exciting matches and rivalries from 1988. From the clash between Jim Cornette's Midnight Express and Paul E. Dangerously's Original Midnight Express to Sting challenging Ric Flair for the World Heavyweight Title at Clash of the Champions, all the year's memorable moments are revisited.

2. World Championship Wrestling - Jan. 14, 1989

Aired: 1/14/1989

After being assaulted by both World Heavyweight Champion Ric Flair and United States Heavyweight Champion Barry Windham, "Hot Stuff" Eddie Gilbert promises to bring a friend back to the NWA to even the odds against The Four Horsemen. Plus, Mike Rotunda challenges Rick Steiner for the World Television Championship and much more.

3. World Championship Wrestling - Jan. 21, 1989

Aired: 1/21/1989

Ric Flair is faced with a new threat to his reign as World Heavyweight Champion when Ricky "The Dragon" Steamboat returns to the NWA to team up with "Hot Stuff" Eddie Gilbert against "The Nature Boy" and United States Heavyweight Champion Barry Windham. Plus, Michael P.S. Hayes in action, Butch Reed faces George South, and more.

4. World Championship Wrestling - Jan. 28, 1989

Aired: 1/28/1989

The recently-returned Ricky "The Dragon" Steamboat has an altercation with his longtime rival and current World Heavyweight Champion Ric Flair. Plus, Rick Steiner defends the World Television Championship, Lex Luger in action, and World Tag Team Champions The Road Warriors send a message to United States Tag Team Champions The Varsity Club.

5. World Championship Wrestling - Feb. 04, 1989

Aired: 2/4/1989

When Ricky "The Dragon" Steamboat prepares for his upcoming World Heavyweight Championship Match against Ric Flair with a public workout, "The Nature Boy" gives the challenger for his title a preview of things to come. Plus, Sting partners with Junkyard Dog & Michael P.S. Hayes, Jim Cornette's Midnight Express in action, and much more.

6. World Championship Wrestling - Feb. 11, 1989

Aired: 2/11/1989

Paul Ellering and The Road Warriors take on The Varsity Club in a Six-Man Tag Team Match. Ric Steiner puts the World Television Championship on the line against Pretty Boy Lloyd. Jim Cornette promises to rid the NWA of Paul E. Dangerously. Plus, World Heavyweight Champion Ric Flair sends a message to Ricky "The Dragon" Steamboat and much more.

7. World Championship Wrestling - Feb. 18, 1989

Aired: 2/18/1989

Ricky "The Dragon" Steamboat and World Heavyweight Champion Ric Flair exchange their final words before they meet for "The Nature Boy's title. In preparation for his United States Heavyweight Championship Match against Barry Windham, Lex Luger takes to the ring for singles competition. Plus, Sting, Abdullah The Butcher, and many more in action.

8. World Championship Wrestling - Feb. 25, 1989

Aired: 2/25/1989

Take an in-depth look at what transpired at Chi-Town Rumble '89 and see what led to Ricky "The Dragon" Steamboat's victory over Ric Flair to become the new World Heavyweight Champion. Plus, witness several top Superstars of the National Wrestling Alliance in action, including Butch Reed, Dick Murdoch, Michael Hayes, and many more.

9. World Championship Wrestling - Mar. 04, 1989

Aired: 3/4/1989

On a night where World Heavyweight Champion Ricky "The Dragon" Steamboat sends a message to the fans of the NWA, Paul E. Dangerously's Danger Zone hosts a special interview with the former champion, Ric Flair. Plus, Mike Rotunda defends the World Television Championship, The Midnight Express in action, and much more.

10. World Championship Wrestling - Mar. 11, 1989

Aired: 3/11/1989

Ric Flair takes to the ring to show the world that he still has the heart of a champion. Before teaming with Michael P.S. Hayes in The Omni, United States Heavyweight Champion Lex Luger joins Paul E. Dangerously on The Danger Zone. Plus, Cougar Jay challenges Mike Rotunda for the World Television Championship, Sting in action, and much more.

11. World Championship Wrestling - Mar. 18, 1989

Aired: 3/18/1989

Michael Hayes & United States Heavyweight Champion Lex Luger take on Barry & Kendall Windham in a huge main event. More than just championship gold is on the line when Mike Rotunda defends the World Television Championship. Plus, Ranger Ross makes his in-ring debut, Gary Hart introduces a new client, Sting in action, and much more.

12. World Championship Wrestling - Mar. 25, 1989

Aired: 3/25/1989

As World Heavyweight Champion Ricky "The Dragon" Steamboat takes to the ring for competition, Ric Flair promises to end his title reign. Randy Rose confronts Paul E. Dangerously on The Danger Zone. Plus, The Varsity Club's Mike Rotunda puts the World Television Championship on the line, The Samoan Swat Team in action, and much more.

13. World Championship Wrestling - Apr. 01, 1989

Aired: 4/1/1989

Sting challenges Mike Rotunda for the World Television Championship. United States Tag Team Champions Rick Steiner and "Hot Stuff" Eddie Gilbert take on Kevin Sullivan & Dan Spivey. Plus, Paul E. Dangerously welcomes Gary Hart to The Danger Zone, World Heavyweight Champion Ricky "The Dragon" Steamboat sends a message to Ric Flair, and much more.

14. World Championship Wrestling - Apr. 08, 1989

Aired: 4/8/1989

Jim Ross shows highlights of the controversial battle between Ricky "The Dragon" Steamboat and Ric Flair for the World Heavyweight Championship. World Television Champion Sting joins Paul E. Dangerously on The Danger Zone. Plus, Bob Orton and Shane Douglas meet in one-on-one action and much more.

15. World Championship Wrestling - Apr. 15, 1989

Aired: 4/15/1989

The rivalry between Michael P.S. Hayes and United States Heavyweight Champion Lex Luger explodes when "The Total Package" takes to the ring for singles competition. Ron Simmons goes one-on-one with World Heavyweight Champion Ricky "The Dragon" Steamboat in the main event. Jim Cornette makes an announcement about the future of his Midnight Express.

16. World Championship Wrestling - Apr. 22, 1989

Aired: 4/22/1989

The Samoan Swat Team takes on United States Tag Team Champions Rick Steiner and "Hot Stuff" Eddie Gilbert. World Heavyweight Champion Ricky "The Dragon" Steamboat exchanges words with the challenger for his title Ric Flair. Michael P.S. Hayes continues his pursuit of singles gold. Plus, Tonga makes his debut, Bob Orton Jr. in action, and much more.

17. World Championship Wrestling - Apr. 29, 1989

Aired: 4/29/1989

Ric Flair promises to take the World Heavyweight Championship from Ricky "The Dragon" Steamboat by starting a victory celebration a little early. United States Tag Team Champions The First Family face World Tag Team Champions The Varsity Club. Ron Simmons meets Junkyard Dog, an interview with United States Heavyweight Champion Lex Luger, and more.

18. World Championship Wrestling - May. 06, 1989

Aired: 5/6/1989

Ric Flair and Ricky "The Dragon" Steamboat each take to the ring to compete in singles action. The rivalry between The Road Warriors and World Tag Team Champions The Varsity Club erupts. The Iron Sheik leads Rip Morgan to challenge Sting for the World Television Championship. Plus, Teddy Long protests his recent firing and more.

19. World Championship Wrestling - May. 13, 1989

Aired: 5/13/1989

Despite reclaiming the World Heavyweight Title at WrestleWar '89, Ric Flair recuperates from an injury caused by his newest enemy, Terry Funk. WCW Executive Vice President Jim Herd gives an update on the upcoming tournament for the World Tag Team Championship. Plus, United States Tag Team Champions The Fabulous Freebirds in action and more.

20. World Championship Wrestling - May. 20, 1989

Aired: 5/20/1989

The tournament to crown new World Tag Team Champions begins with The Road Warriors taking on The Fabulous Freebirds. Sting defends the World Television Championship against Jack Victory. Eddie Guerrero goes one-on-one with Terry Funk. Plus, Ron Simmons, Scott Steiner, Butch Reed, and many more in action.

21. World Championship Wrestling - May. 27, 1989

Aired: 5/27/1989

On a night where The Samoan Swat Team looks to advance in the World Tag Team Title Tournament by taking on Ron Simmons & Ranger Ross, Jim Cornette makes a big announcement regarding his Midnight Express. Plus, an update on World Heavyweight Champion Ric Flair's injuries, The Great Muta competes in an Oriental Torture Match, and much more.

22. World Championship Wrestling - Jun. 03, 1989

Aired: 6/3/1989

Dick Murdoch unwittingly changes the landscape of the World Tag Team Championship Tournament when Bob Orton & Butch Reed battle Jim Cornette's Midnight Express. The situation between Ron Simmons and Ranger Ross comes to a head. Sting takes exception to Terry Funk's brazen attempt to mock World Heavyweight Champion Ric Flair.

23. World Championship Wrestling - Jun. 10, 1989

Aired: 6/10/1989

Jim Ross conducts a controversial interview with the Terry Funk. The Steiner Brothers make a statement at the expense of The Varsity Club. Frustrations over recent managerial decisions get the best of United States Heavyweight Champion Lex Luger. Plus, The Great Muta, Ranger Ross, Dick Murdoch, and many more in action.

24. World Championship Wrestling - Jun. 17, 1989

Aired: 6/17/1989

The rivalry between The Midnight Express and new World Tag Team Champions The Fabulous Freebirds continues when Jim Cornette makes his presence felt in a main event bout between Terry Gordy and "Dr. Death" Steve Williams. Plus, an update on Ric Flair's condition, Lex Luger explains his attack on Ricky "The Dragon" Steamboat, and much more.

25. World Championship Wrestling - Jun. 24, 1989

Aired: 6/24/1989

Jim Cornette's Midnight Express challenge The Fabulous Freebirds for the World Tag Team Championship. While the world waits for the upcoming announcement from Ric Flair on his in-ring future, Terry Funk sends a message to "The Nature Boy." All this and more.

26. World Championship Wrestling - Jul. 01, 1989

Aired: 7/1/1989

In spite of his recent injuries, Ric Flair vows to continue his in-ring career and asks NWA Executive Vice President Jim Herd for a chance to defend the World Heavyweight Championship against Terry Funk at The Great American Bash '89. Tommy Rich faces Wild Bill Irwin. Plus, The Skyscrapers, Paul E. Dangerously's Samoan Swat Team, and many more.

27. World Championship Wrestling - Jul. 08, 1989

Aired: 7/8/1989

Terry Funk joins Paul E. Dangerously on The Danger Zone. Ricky "The Dragon" Steamboat issues a challenge to Lex Luger for the United States Championship. Plus, The Steiner Brothers, Flyin' Brian Pillman, The Fabulous Freebirds, and many more in action.