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Seasons: 33
Total Episodes: 1652
Creators: Vince McMahon
Networks: USA Network , Spike , Netflix , The New TNN
Status: Returning Series
First Air Date: Jan 11, 1993
Recent Air Date: Dec 9, 2024
Run Time: m
In Production: Yes
Original Language: English
Age Rating: TV-14
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Production Companies: WWE Home Video , World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE)
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Synopsis
2005 season of WWE Raw
Episodes
Episode 1
03 January 2005 - RAW 606
Before they battle for the World Heavyweight Championship inside the Elimination Chamber at New Year's Revolution, the six competitors find themselves in singles action including Triple H taking on Randy Orton in the main event. Plus, Intercontinental Champion Shelton Benjamin battles Sylvain Grenier, Victoria faces Trish Stratus, and more.
Episode 2
10 January 2005 - RAW 607
Randy Orton tries to cause a rift between Batista and new World Heavyweight Champion Triple H before going one-on-one with The Animal in the main event to determine the No. 1 Contender for The Game's title. Shawn Michaels gives Edge some unexpected advice. Plus, several Superstars look to qualify for the Royal Rumble Match and more.
Episode 3
17 January 2005 - RAW 608
While Triple H prepares to defend his World Heavyweight Championship against Randy Orton at the Royal Rumble, Batista's own championship aspirations cause some concern for The Game. Snitsky learns that Hell hath no fury like a Big Red Monster. Plus, Shawn Michaels faces Christian, Six-Man Tag Team action, and more.
Episode 4
24 January 2005 - RAW 609
With an opportunity for Triple H's World Heavyweight Championship approaching, Randy Orton prepares for The Game by going one-on-one with Ric Flair. Batista continues to pursue his championship goals when he battles La Resistance in a Handicap Match to qualify for the 2005 Royal Rumble. Plus, Evolution crashes a celebration for Jim Ross and more.
Episode 5
31 January 2005 - RAW 610
Batista finds himself standing at a fork in his road to WrestleMania after The Animal is enticed to go to SmackDown to chase the WWE Championship. Kane and Snitsky's rivalry takes them inside a steel cage. Shawn Michaels & Randy Orton take on Evolution's Ric Flair and World Heavyweight Champion Triple H in the main event. All this and more.
Episode 6
07 February 2005 - RAW 611
For the first time, Raw emanates from Japan. Triple H defends his World Heavyweight Championship against Edge. Ric Flair goes one-on-one with Shawn Michaels. While deciding who he will face on The Grandest Stage of Them All, Batista takes to the ring to battle Maven. Plus, Randy Orton faces Tyson Tomko, a special fashion show, and more.
Episode 7
14 February 2005 - RAW 612
While preparing to go one-on-one with Edge, Batista's attention turns to SmackDown's WWE Champion John "Bradshaw" Layfield who's impending arrival on Raw sends The Animal hunting. Candice Michelle joins the Highlight Reel. Plus, Shelton Benjamin defends the Intercontinental Championship against Gene Snitsky, Randy Orton faces Christian, and more.
Episode 8
21 February 2005 - RAW 613
As the General Managers from both Raw and SmackDown await Batista's decision on which champion he will face for the gold at WrestleMania, The Animal makes a shocking revelation. Shelton Benjamin defends his Intercontinental Championship against Snitsky. Plus, Trish Stratus defends the Women's Championship against Victoria and Molly Holly and more.
Episode 9
28 February 2005 - RAW 614
Batista clears addresses why he left Evolution for a pursuit of gold at WrestleMania. In a main event Street Fight, Shawn Michaels goes one-on-one with Edge. Plus, Chris Jericho takes on Maven, Gene Snitsky challenges Shelton Benjamin for the Intercontinental Championship, and much more.
Episode 10
07 March 2005 - RAW 615
With his upcoming battle against Triple H for the World Heavyweight Championship at WrestleMania approaching, Batista sets his sights on another former ally from Evolution when he goes one-on-one with Ric Flair. Shawn Michaels sends a message to SmackDown's Kurt Angle. Randy Orton challenges The Undertaker to a WrestleMania match.
Episode 11
14 March 2005 - RAW 616
Randy Orton is the guest on a new edition of Chris Jericho's Highlight Reel. With eyes set on his upcoming World Heavyweight Championship Match against Triple H, Batista takes on Gene Snitsky. Plus, Shawn Michaels teams with an old friend to take on Sylvain Grenier & Rob Conway, Kane battles both Christian and Tyson Tomko, and much more.
Episode 12
21 March 2005 - RAW 617
Batista goes one-on-one with Kane in a Lumberjack Match main event. In an incredible Tag Team Match, Chris Jericho partners with Intercontinental Champion Shelton Benjamin to take on the duo of Christian & Tyson Tomko. Plus, Randy Orton's arrogance puts him further into the grave, Shawn Michaels battles Rob Conway, and much more.
Episode 13
28 March 2005 - RAW 618
Just days before they battle for the World Heavyweight Championship at WrestleMania 21, Triple H and Batista are given a final opportunity to address each other face-to-face. SmackDown's Kurt Angle makes his presence felt during Shawn Michaels' battle against Muhammad Hassan. Plus, Chris Jericho hosts a new edition of The Highlight Reel and more.
Episode 14
04 April 2005 - RAW 619
New World Heavyweight Champion Batista goes one-on-one with Randy Orton in a Non-Title Match. Shelton Benjamin defends the Intercontinental Championship in a Triple Threat Match against Chris Jericho and Christian. Muhammad Hassan looks to make a statement at the expense of Shawn Michaels. All this and more.
Episode 15
11 April 2005 - RAW 620
As Batista gives his first interview as World Heavyweight Champion, Triple H sends a message of his own to The Animal. However, The Game's attention is quickly diverted when The Hurricane & Rosey look for some payback. Shawn Michaels' quest to get even with Muhammad Hassan & Daivari leads The Heartbreak Kid to get help from an unexpected source.
Episode 16
18 April 2005 - RAW 621
While Jim Ross reluctantly prepares for a No Disqualification Match against Triple H in the main event, RAW General Manager Eric Bischoff gives Good Ol' J.R. some relief by putting Batista in his corner. Shawn Michaels' recent plea for help from Hulk Hogan is answered when The Heartbreak Kid goes one-on-one with Muhammad Hassan. All this and more.
Episode 17
25 April 2005 - RAW 622
Triple H looks to stack the deck against World Heavyweight Champion Batista when The Animal battles Christian in a Non-Title Match. Before they team up against Muhammad Hassan & Daivari at Backlash, Shawn Michaels & Hulk Hogan send a message to their opponents. Plus, Chris Jericho takes on Sylvain Grenier, Trish Stratus goes on a date, and more.
Episode 18
02 May 2005 - RAW 623
Batista is given the night off from action while eight Superstars including Shelton Benjamin, Edge, Chris Jericho, and more compete in the first Gold Rush Tournament to determine a new No. 1 Contender for The Animal's title. Plus, The Hurricane & Rosey defend the World Tag Team Championships against La Resistance and more.
Episode 19
09 May 2005 - RAW 624
The Semi-Finals of the Gold Rush Tournament see Shawn Michaels take on Edge. Despite Christian's best efforts to turn the tables on Ric Flair, "The Nature Boy" shows everyone that he still has it what it takes. Rob Conway and Sylvain Grenier try to prove who is the better member of La Resistance. All this and more.
Episode 20
16 May 2005 - RAW 625
The Final Round of the Gold Rush Tournament to determine the No. 1 Contender for the World Heavyweight Championship sees Edge face Kane. While looking for someone to blame for Triple H's absence, Ric Flair finds some comfort in an old friend. Plus, Randy Orton addresses his status in the upcoming WWE Draft and more.
Episode 21
23 May 2005 - RAW 626
While Eric Bischoff holds a funeral service for ECW, Mr. McMahon shakes things up by putting Bischoff face-to-face with his longtime rival Paul Heyman. Edge challenges Batista for the World Heavyweight Championship. Plus, Ric Flair shows the WWE Universe the meaning of loyalty, Kane is left scarred by Lita's recent betrayal, and more.
Episode 22
30 May 2005 - RAW 627
After Triple H challenges him to defend the World Heavyweight Championship inside Hell in a Cell, Batista defends his title against Muhammad Hassan. Eric Bischoff introduces a new team member in his fight against ECW. Plus, Shelton Benjamin defends the Intercontinental Championship in a Triple Threat Match, Kane joins The Highlight Reel, and more.
Episode 23
06 June 2005 - RAW 628
As the WWE Draft Lottery gets under away, Raw welcomes its newest addition that leaves the fans in awe. Batista and Triple H sign a contract for their upcoming match. And while the love triangle between Kane, Edge, and Lita continues, the rivalry between Eric Bischoff and Paul Heyman heats up. Plus, Shelton Benjamin, Chris Masters, and more.
Episode 24
13 June 2005 - RAW 629
Triple H plans a surprise for the next pick in the WWE Draft. In his first match on Raw, WWE Champion John Cena teams with Chris Jericho to take on Christian & Tyson Tomko. "Stone Cold" Steve Austin serves as the Special Enforcer when Shelton Benjamin defends the Intercontinental Championship against Muhammad Hassan. All this and much more.
Episode 25
20 June 2005 - RAW 630
When things break down in a match between Kurt Angle and World Heavyweight Champion Batista, The Animal teams with Shawn Michaels to face Triple H and Raw's newest acquisition. John Cena defends the WWE Championship against Muhammad Hassan. Edge and Lita receive an uninvited guest to their wedding. All this and more.
Episode 26
27 June 2005 - RAW 631
Kurt Angle's pursuit of Batista and the World Heavyweight Championship is halted after a confrontation with Ric Flair. Shawn Michaels chooses John Cena and a mystery partner to help him face Chris Jericho, Christian, & Tyson Tomko in a Six-Man Tag Team main event. The newest addition to the Raw brand makes his arrival on Carlito's Cabana.
Episode 27
04 July 2005 - RAW 632
Shawn Michaels teams with Hulk Hogan to take on Carlito and Kurt Angle in the main event. However, The Heartbreak Kid seizes this opportunity to make The Immortal One face the music. Plus, Edge & Snitsky battle Kane & Big Show, WWE Champion John Cena has a face-to-face confrontation with Chris Jericho on The Highlight Reel, and much more action.
Episode 28
11 July 2005 - RAW 633
Shawn Michaels make a huge announcement on Piper's Pit. Raw General Manager Eric Bischoff feels the wrath of John Cena after ordering him to defend the WWE Championship against Chris Jericho at SummerSlam. Plus, a new Kurt Angle Invitational, Shelton Benjamin challenges Carlito for the Intercontinental Championship, and more.
Episode 29
18 July 2005 - RAW 634
Hulk Hogan answers Shawn Michaels' challenge for a match at SummerSlam. Eric Bischoff forces WWE Champion John Cena to battle Snitsky in a Lumberjack Match. Edge looks to put an end to his rivalry with Kane when he battles the Big Red Monster in a Steel Cage Match. Carlito defends the Intercontinental Championship against Shelton Benjamin and more.
Episode 30
25 July 2005 - RAW 635
Chris Jericho serves as special guest referee when WWE Champion John Cena faces Intercontinental Champion Carlito. With his match with Hulk Hogan at SummerSlam set, Shawn Michaels informs the WWE Universe that the "old HBK" is back. While trying to put Kane down in a Stretcher Match, Edge is confronted by the return of another rival and more.
Episode 31
01 August 2005 - RAW 636
Mr. McMahon welcomes Matt Hardy back to Raw to address his personal rivalry with Edge and Lita. Chris Jericho serves as special guest referee when John Cena defends the WWE Championship against Intercontinental Champion Carlito. Plus, Shawn Michaels shows his opinion of Hulk Hogan in a hilarious parody, Tatanka in action and more.
Episode 32
08 August 2005 - RAW 637
Shawn Michaels and Hulk Hogan meet to discuss and answer questions about their upcoming battle. In attempt to punish someone for John Cena retaining the WWE Championship, Eric Bischoff joins The Highlight Reel to announcer that Referee Chad Patton will go one-on-one with Chris Jericho. Matt Hardy returns to action to face Snitsky and much more.
Episode 33
15 August 2005 - RAW 638
Hulk Hogan prepares for his upcoming showdown with Shawn Michaels by going one-on-one with Kurt Angle. WWE Champion John Cena is forced to take on Chris Jericho and Intercontinental Champion Carlito in a Handicap Match. Just days before he faces Matt Hardy, Edge takes to the ring to battle Val Venis. Plus, Big Show in action and much more.
Episode 34
22 August 2005 - RAW 639
Chris Jericho and John Cena find themselves fighting for more than gold after Raw General Manager Eric Bischoff orders them to face each other in the first ever "You're Fired" Match. Despite losing to Hulk Hogan, Shawn Michaels addresses his defeat. Plus, Kurt Angle takes on Shelton Benjamin, Ric Flair joins Carlito's Cabana, and more.
Episode 35
29 August 2005 - RAW 640
Ric Flair & Shawn Michaels take on Chris Masters & Carlito. Despite their battle at SummerSlam, the rivalry between Edge and Matt Hardy is far from over as they face each other in a Street Fight. WWE Champion John Cena calls out Kurt Angle for a face-to-face confrontation. All this and much more.
Episode 36
05 September 2005 - RAW 641
Kurt Angle makes his presence felt in a big way when WWE Champion John Cena goes one-on-one with Tyson Tomko. Lance Cade & Trevor Murdoch make their debut against World Tag Team Champions The Hurricane & Rosey. 2005 Raw Divas Search winner Ashley joins The Highlight Reel. Shawn Michaels steps up to Chris Masters' Masterlock Challenge and more.
Episode 37
12 September 2005 - RAW 642
WWE Champion John Cena competes in a Handicap Match against Kurt Angle & Tyson Tomko. Edge sends a message to Matt Hardy. Ric Flair goes one-on-one with Chris Masters. The team of Lance Cade & Trevor Murdoch continue to impress when they take to the ring against Eugene & Tajiri. Plus, Shelton Benjamin, Trish Stratus, and many more.
Episode 38
19 September 2005 - RAW 643
When RAW General Manager Eric Bischoff tries to unfairly award the WWE Championship to Kurt Angle in the aftermath of Unforgiven, Mr. McMahon returns to set things right. The Olympic Gold Medalist then partners with Chris Masters, Edge & Snitsky in an Eight-Man Tag Team Match against John Cena, Big Show, Shawn Michaels & Matt Hardy.
Episode 39
26 September 2005 - RAW 644
The Superstars of RAW bid farewell to Spike TV with action including Shawn Michaels and WWE Champion John Cena taking on Carlito & Chris Masters in a Tables Match. Edge sends a message to Matt Hardy. Plus, Trish Stratus defends the Women's Championship against Victoria, Big Show battles Snitsky in a Street Fight, and much more.
Episode 40
03 October 2005 - RAW 645
On a very special Raw Homecoming to USA, Triple H makes his own return to action when he and Ric Flair take on Carlito & Chris Masters. Eric Bischoff competes in a No Disqualification Match against WWE Champion John Cena. Plus, Kurt Angle and Shawn Michaels compete in a 30-Minute Iron Man Match and more.
Episode 41
10 October 2005 - RAW 646
After being stunned by Stone Cold Steve Austin on Raw's Homecoming to USA, the McMahon family looks for retribution. Triple H explains why he turned on Ric Flair. Shawn Michaels, Big Show, and WWE Champion John Cena unite to take on Carlito, Kurt Angle & Edge. Plus, Trish Stratus defends the Women's Championship against Victoria and much more.
Episode 42
17 October 2005 - RAW 647
With Jim Ross being unceremoniously fired by Linda McMahon, the CEO of WWE joins Carlito's Cabana to explain her actions. When Jonathan Coachman is given Good Ol' J.R.'s place as lead announcer, "Stone Cold" Steve Austin returns to fight for his friend's job. All this and much more.
Episode 43
24 October 2005 - RAW 648
Shawn Michaels battles Big Show and Kane in a Triple Threat Match. Mick Foley serves as special guest referee when Kurt Angles goes one-on-one with WWE Champion John Cena in a Non-Title Match. Plus, Mr. McMahon tries to further humiliate Jim Ross and his legacy, Ric Flair looks to get his hands on Triple H, and much more.
Episode 44
31 October 2005 - RAW 649
Shawn Michaels goes one-on-one with WWE Champion John Cena in the main event. Triple H prepares for his upcoming Steel Cage Match with Ric Flair by taking on Viscera. Jonathan Coachman receives some news that could spare him from a rattlesnake's bite. Plus, a Diva Halloween Costume Contest, Eugene takes on Rob Conway, and much more.
Episode 45
07 November 2005 - RAW 650
With the rivalry between Ric Flair and Triple H to be settled in an upcoming Last Man Standing Match, The Game gets a close look at "The Nature Boy" in action against Rob Conway. Shawn Michaels teams with WWE Champion John Cena to take on Chris Masters & Kurt Angle in the main event. Plus, Shelton Benjamin, Trish Stratus, and more in action.
Episode 46
14 November 2005 - RAW 651
In the wake of the sudden and tragic passing of Eddie Guerrero, Superstars from both Raw and SmackDown come together to mourn the loss of Latino Heat and pay tribute to his legacy. From Rey Mysterio going one-on-one with Shawn Michaels to WWE Champion John Cena taking on Randy Orton, the Superstars of WWE pay homage to their fallen brother.
Episode 47
21 November 2005 - RAW 652
Before Team SmackDown battles Team RAW at Survivor Series, Superstars from both sides serve as Lumberjacks when Raw's Shawn Michaels goes one-on-one with SmackDown's John "Bradshaw" Layfield. Ric Flair defends the Intercontinental Championship against Trevor Murdoch. Kurt Angle receives some assistance during his match with Shelton Benjamin.
Episode 48
28 November 2005 - RAW 653
With his job as General Manager of RAW at stake thanks to Mr. McMahon, Eric Bischoff struggles to accomplish his goal of taking the WWE Championship off of John Cena by forcing him to defend the title against Kurt Angle and Chris Masters in a Triple Threat Submission Match. Shawn Michaels faces Carlito. Plus, Big Show & Kane in action and more.
Episode 49
05 December 2005 - RAW 654
Mr. McMahon presides over the trial of Eric Bischoff that could put an end to his tyrannical reign as Raw General Manager. Shawn Michaels & Shelton Benjamin take on Kurt Angle & Daivari. Plus, Triple H goes one-on-one with Tajiri, Kane & Big Show defend the World Tag Team Championships in a Fatal 4-Way Tag Team Match, and much more action.
Episode 50
12 December 2005 - RAW 655
In the aftermath of Eric Bischoff's termination from WWE, Mr. McMahon assumes the role of Interim-General Manager and announces that Triple H, Shawn Michaels, Shelton Benjamin, and many more compete in a series of matches for a chance to qualify for the upcoming Elimination Chamber Match. Plus, WWE Champion John Cena takes on Daivari and more.
Episode 51
19 December 2005 - RAW 656 - Holiday With The Troops
From Bagram Air Force Base in Afghanistan, WWE superstars are once again given the honor of performing for members of the U.S. Armed Forces with the holiday tradition of Tribute to the Troops. Witness WWE Champion John Cena, Triple H, Trish Stratus, and many more give a special thanks to our service men and women.
Episode 52
26 December 2005 - RAW 657
Before battling for the WWE Championship in the Elimination Chamber at New Year's Revolution, John Cena, Kurt Angle, and more compete in a series of Beat The Clock Matches. Mr. McMahon looks to ring in the New Year by interviewing potential candidates for the vacant Raw General Manager position and indulges in an unusual Christmas present.
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| Writing | Writer |
Vince Russo
Virgil Runnels
Stephanie McMahon
Patrice O'Neal
Paul Heyman
Daniel Truly
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