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Seasons: 26
Total Episodes: 1312
Creators: Vince McMahon
Networks: FOX , USA Network , UPN , The CW , Syfy , MyNetworkTV
Status: Returning Series
First Air Date: Apr 29, 1999
Recent Air Date: Sep 20, 2024
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In Production: Yes
Original Language: English
Age Rating: NR
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Production Companies: WWE Home Video , World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE)
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2006 season of WWE SmackDown
Episodes
Episode 1
06 January 2006 - January 6, 2006
The WWE Tag Team Championship is on the line in a Steel Cage Match as MNM defend against Rey Mysterio & World Heavyweight Champion Batista. After Mark Henry dismantles three opponents, Melina explains her new relationship with The World's Strongest Man. John "Bradshaw" Layfield and Matt Hardy battle in a Falls Count Anywhere Match and much more.
Episode 2
13 January 2006 - January 13, 2006
After Batista is forced to relinquish his World Heavyweight Championship due to injury, a main event Battle Royal to determine a new champion is announced. Rowdy Roddy Piper returns to WWE for the 22nd Anniversary of Piper's Pit with some unique guests. Plus, the final match in the Best of Seven Series for the United States Championship.
Episode 3
20 January 2006 - January 20, 2006
Daivari faces World Heavyweight Champion Kurt Angle. While Angle readies for action, Rey Mysterio and Mark Henry face off in a match to determine a new No. 1 Contender for his title. Despite being challenged by Orlando Jordan, United States Champion Booker T once again uses his "injury" to avoid in-ring competition. Plus Matt Hardy and more.
Episode 4
27 January 2006 - January 27, 2006
Kurt Angle battles WWE Tag Team Champions MNM in a Handicap Match. Finlay looks to give the WWE Universe a preview of things to come in a match against Funaki. The Mexicools take on The Dicks for a chance to qualify for the 2006 Royal Rumble Match. Plus, Randy Orton competes in a No Holds Barred Match, Rey Mysterio in action, and much more.
Episode 5
03 February 2006 - February 3, 2006
Randy Orton & Mark Henry face Rey Mysterio & World Heavyweight Champion Kurt Angle. While still suffering the effects of his nagging "injury", Booker T enlists Finlay to defend his United States Championship for him. SmackDown General Manager Teddy Long gives The Undertaker a golden opportunity. All this and more.
Episode 6
10 February 2006 - February 10, 2006
With Randy Orton's despicable comments towards the memory of Eddie Guerrero weighing on his mind, Rey Mysterio sets his sights on getting even with The Legend Killer. The Undertaker goes one-on-one with Mark Henry. The No. 1 Contender for the United States Championship is decided in a Fatal 4-Way Match.
Episode 7
17 February 2006 - February 17, 2006
The Undertaker & Kurt Angle take on Mark Henry & WWE Tag Team Champions MNM. With Randy Orton's taunts continuing to get under his skin, Rey Mysterio takes to the ring to go one-on-one with Sylvan. After defending the Cruiserweight Championship against Scotty 2 Hotty, Gregory Helms realizes that there is a target on his back. All this and more.
Episode 8
24 February 2006 - February 24, 2006
While Randy Orton celebrates taking Rey Mysterio's place at WrestleMania 22, the festivities are short-lived. Eddie Guerrero is announced as being inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame. Gregory Helms puts the Cruiserweight Championship on the line against Psicosis. Plus, a Six-Man Tag Team Match, MNM defend the WWE Tag Team Championship, and more.
Episode 9
03 March 2006 - March 3, 2006
Kurt Angle and The Undertaker battle for the World Heavyweight Championship. Matt Hardy enlists the help of a mystery partner to face WWE Tag Team Champions MNM. Fear of The Boogeyman becomes a reality for Booker T when he goes one-on-one with Tatanka. Plus, Bobby Lashley and Finlay clash in singles action, Randy Orton faces Super Crazy, and more.
Episode 10
10 March 2006 - March 10, 2006
After demanding a chance to challenge Kurt Angle for the World Heavyweight Championship, Mark Henry finds himself partnering with Randy Orton to face Rey Mysterio & The Olympic Gold Medalist. John "Bradshaw" Layfield issues a challenge to "Stone Cold" Steve Austin. Bobby Lashley and Finlay compete for a spot in the Money in the Bank Ladder Match.
Episode 11
17 March 2006 - March 17, 2006
Mark Henry & WWE Tag Team Champions MNM face World Heavyweight Champion Kurt Angle, Randy Orton & Rey Mysterio. Bobby Lashley, Matt Hardy, and more look to qualify for the upcoming Money in the Bank Ladder Match on The Grandest Stage of Them All. Plus, Booker T and Sharmell are tormented by The Boogeyman, Orlando Jordan in action, and much more.
Episode 12
24 March 2006 - March 24, 2006
World Heavyweight Champion Kurt Angle battles Mark Henry. Randy Orton looks to strike at Rey Mysterio. Despite being wary about facing The Boogeyman on The Grandest Stage of Them All, Booker T is forced to make a decision. In a final attempt to qualify for the upcoming Money in the Bank Ladder Match, Superstars compete in a Battle Royal.
Episode 13
31 March 2006 - March 31, 2006
Rey Mysterio faces World Heavyweight Champion Kurt Angle. With his bout against The Undertaker at WrestleMania approaching, Mark Henry vows to lay The Deadman's undefeated streak to rest. The horrors continue for Booker T after The Boogeyman kidnaps Sharmell. Matt Hardy, Bobby Lashley & Tatanka take on Finlay & WWE Tag Team Champions MNM.
Episode 14
07 April 2006 - April 7, 2006
After defying the odds to capture the World Heavyweight Championship at WrestleMania 22, Rey Mysterio defends his newly won title against Randy Orton. When The Undertaker battles Mark Henry, another giant arrives to make a lasting impression on The Deadman. Paul London & Brian Kendrick take on WWE Tag Team Champions MNM and much more action.
Episode 15
14 April 2006 - April 14, 2006
Kurt Angle battles Randy Orton in the first round of the King of the Ring Tournament. The man who laid waste to The Undertaker is revealed to the WWE Universe. John "Bradshaw" Layfield defends the United States Championship in a Steel Cage Match. Plus, The Mexicools in action, Matt Hardy goes one-on-one with Road Warrior Animal, and much more.
Episode 16
21 April 2006 - April 21, 2006
When John "Bradshaw" Layfield hosts a special Great American Celebration, Kurt Angle and World Heavyweight Champion Rey Mysterio take it upon themselves to crash the festivities. Booker T faces Matt Hardy in the King of the Ring Tournament. The Great Khali makes his in-ring debut against Funaki. Plus, Finlay and Orlando Jordan team up for action.
Episode 17
28 April 2006 - April 28, 2006
Kurt Angle challenges Rey Mysterio for the World Heavyweight Championship. The King of the Ring Tournament continues with Bobby Lashley facing off against Mark Henry. John "Bradshaw" Layfield defends the United States Championship against William Regal. Feeling under the weather, Booker T enlists Finlay to take his place in singles action.
Episode 18
05 May 2006 - May 5, 2006
The problems between World Heavyweight Champion Rey Mysterio and United States Champion John "Bradshaw" Layfield continue to escalate when JBL announces that Mysterio will go one-on-one with Mark Henry in the main event. Plus, the tournament to crown a new King of the Ring continues, Booker T takes to the ring for singles action, and much more.
Episode 19
12 May 2006 - May 12, 2006
World Heavyweight Champion Rey Mysterio takes on The Great Khali in the main event. Mark Henry looks to send a message to Kurt Angle in a match against Paul Burchill. Plus, Booker T attempts to steal another undeserved victory, Bobby Lashley meets Finlay in the semi-finals of the 2006 King of the Ring Tournament, and much more.
Episode 20
19 May 2006 - May 19, 2006
Rey Mysterio takes on a mystery opponent in the main event. Jillian Hall partners with Brian Kendrick & Paul London to take on the trio of MNM in a Six-Person Mixed Tag Team Match. Mark Henry prepares for his upcoming battle with Kurt Angle by going one-on-one with Matt Hardy. Plus, Booker T in action, Bobby Lashley faces Jared Steele, and more.
Episode 21
26 May 2006 - May 26, 2006
John "Bradshaw" Layfield challenges Rey Mysterio for the World Heavyweight Championship, but is forced to defend the United States Championship against a formidable opponent. Following his victory in the 2006 King of the Ring Tournament, Booker T embraces his regal triumph with a special coronation. All this and more.
Episode 22
02 June 2006 - June 2, 2006
United States Champion Bobby Lashley gets less than the royal treatment in a main event bout against King Booker. "Rowdy" Roddy Piper hosts The Great Khali and Daivari on a brand new edition of Piper's Pit. Paul Heyman takes a front row seat to witness World Heavyweight Champion Rey Mysterio faces ECW's newest acquisition, Kurt Angle.
Episode 23
09 June 2006 - June 9, 2006
World Heavyweight Champion Rey Mysterio declines Paul Heyman's offer to join him in the reformation of ECW. After suffering an assault at the hands of Bobby Lashley, William Regal goes one-on-one with his attacker. Plus, The Great Khali's path of destruction continues, Mr. Kennedy takes to the ring to battle Scotty 2 Hotty, and much more action.
Episode 24
16 June 2006 - June 16, 2006
Despite receiving advice from doctors not to compete, Bobby Lashley puts the United States Championship on the line in a main event bout against King Booker. The Mexicools look for some retribution by taking on The Great Khali in a Handicap Match. World Heavyweight Champion Rey Mysterio faces Cruiserweight Champion Gregory Helms and much more.
Episode 25
23 June 2006 - June 23, 2006
Rey Mysterio defends the World Heavyweight Championship against Mark Henry. King Booker and Bobby Lashley compete for the United States Championship. The Great Khali looks to make an example out of Tatanka and Simon Dean. Plus, The Mexicools challenge Paul London and Brian Kendrick for the WWE Tag Team Championship and much more.
Episode 26
30 June 2006 - June 30, 2006
Mark Henry looks for revenge against Chavo Guerrero. Much to his dismay, King Booker competes in a Steel Cage Match to challenge Bobby Lashley for the United States Championship. Plus, The Great Khali continues to leave a path of bodies in his wake, Gregory Helms defends the Cruiserweight Championship against Super Crazy, and more.
Episode 27
07 July 2006 - July 7, 2006
A Battle Royal for a chance to challenge for the World Heavyweight Championship at The Great American Bash. Rey Mysterio joins forces with Batista to settle a score with Mark Henry. The Undertaker answers The Great Khali's challenge to a Punjabi Prison Match. United States Champion Bobby Lashley faces Cruiserweight Champion Gregory Helms and more.
Episode 28
14 July 2006 - July 14, 2006
With King Booker set to challenge Rey Mysterio for the World Heavyweight Championship, William Regal is tasked with softening up his majesty's opponent in the main event. SmackDown General Manager Theodore Long mediates the contract signing between Batista and Mark Henry. Bobby Lashley defends the United States Championship against Finlay.
Episode 29
21 July 2006 - July 21, 2006
King Booker faces Rey Mysterio. With Mark Henry being unable to face Batista at The Great American Bash due to injury, Mr. Kennedy steps up to offer The Animal a new challenge. Bobby Lashley looks to reclaim the United States Championship from Finlay. Plus, Brian Kendrick in action, Super Crazy faces Psicosis, and much more.
Episode 30
28 July 2006 - July 28, 2006
King Booker defends the World Heavyweight Championship against Rey Mysterio. Just hours after facing each other in a memorable bout, Batista and Mr. Kennedy take to the ring do battle once more. Plus, William Regal challenges Finlay for the United States Championship, Tatanka goes one-on-one with Sylvan, and much more.
Episode 31
04 August 2006 - August 4, 2006
Chavo Guerrero explains why he turned on Rey Mysterio. A giant problem awaits The Undertaker when he goes one-on-one with World Heavyweight Champion King Booker in the main event. In a rematch from their previously-interrupted encounter, Batista and Mr. Kennedy face off in singles competition. Plus, Tatanka, Elijah Burke, and many more in action.
Episode 32
11 August 2006 - August 11, 2006
William Regal & United States Champion Finlay face Batista and Bobby Lashley. Tensions between The Undertaker and The Great Khali explode after Khali refuses to accept The Deadman's challenge to face him in a Last Man Standing Match at SummerSlam. The problems between Rey Mysterio and Chavo Guerrero continue. All this and much more action.
Episode 33
18 August 2006 - August 18, 2006
After taking to the ring to battle Sylvan in singles action, Batista is called out by World Heavyweight Champion King Booker. The Great Khali and The Undertaker meet in a Last Man Standing Match. Bobby Lashley challenges Finlay for the United States Championship. Plus, Mr. Kennedy and Tatanka go head-to-head and much more!
Episode 34
25 August 2006 - August 25, 2006
As a reward for William Regal and Finlay's service to his throne, World Heavyweight Champion King Booker offers his loyal subjects a special Knighthood. SmackDown General Manager Theodore Long makes a Handicap Tag Team Match main event. Vickie Guerrero apologizes to both Chavo Guerrero and Rey Mysterio. Plus, Tatanka in action and more.
Episode 35
01 September 2006 - September 1, 2006
World Heavyweight Champion King Booker and Batista to sign the contract for their upcoming battle. Rey Mysterio feels the pain of betrayal when Vickie Guerrero reveals her new business relationship with Chavo Guerrero. Plus, Matt Hardy in action, The Miz makes his in-ring debut against Tatanka, and much more.
Episode 36
08 September 2006 - September 8, 2006
Sir William Regal and Finlay prove their worth to King Booker when he defends the World Heavyweight Championship against Batista. The Miz looks to continue his recent success in a match against Matt Hardy. Under Vickie Guerrero's management, Chavo Guerrero takes on Tatanka. Plus, WWE Tag Team Champions Paul London & Brian Kendrick and more.
Episode 37
15 September 2006 - September 15, 2006
Finlay faces Bobby Lashley in the main event for a chance at King Booker's World Heavyweight Championship. The extremely personal rivalry between Rey Mysterio and the duo of Vickie and Chavo Guerrero reaches a new level when Mysterio takes to the ring to face United States Champion Mr. Kennedy. Plus, Sir William Regal, The Miz, and many more.
Episode 38
22 September 2006 - September 22, 2006
King Booker defends the World Heavyweight Championship against The Undertaker. While their king prepares for battle, Finlay & Sir William Regal take to the ring to meet Batista & Bobby Lashley in a tag team match. Rey Mysterio is given a chance at retribution by going one-on-one with his former friend, Chavo Guerrero. All this and much more action.
Episode 39
29 September 2006 - September 29, 2006
WWE Champion John Cena comes to SmackDown to partner with Bobby Lashley & Batista against King Booker, Sir William Regal & Finlay. United States Champion Mr. Kennedy finds himself with one foot in the grave when he pays a special tribute to The Undertaker. Plus, Jimmy Wang Yang makes his debut, Rey Mysterio battles Elijah Burke, and much more.
Episode 40
06 October 2006 - October 6, 2006
With Bobby Lashley set to challenge King Booker for the World Heavyweight Championship at No Mercy, both men find themselves with the advantage of picking the other's opponent on this edition of SmackDown. Montel Vontavious Porter lets the WWE Universe know that the game has changed. Rey Mysterio & Matt Hardy battle Chavo Guerrero & Gregory Helms.
Episode 41
13 October 2006 - October 13, 2006
Despite successfully defending the World Heavyweight Title at No Mercy, King Booker's reign as champion may be nearing the end, as Bobby Lashley, Finlay, and Batista clash in a Triple Threat Match main event to determine the new No. 1 Contender. MVP goes one-on-one with Kane. Plus, Rey Mysterio in action and much more.
Episode 42
20 October 2006 - October 20, 2006
Despite successfully defending the World Heavyweight Title at No Mercy, King Booker's reign as champion may be nearing the end, as Bobby Lashley, Finlay, and Batista clash in a Triple Threat Match main event to determine the new No. 1 Contender. MVP goes one-on-one with Kane. Plus, Rey Mysterio in action and much more.
Episode 43
27 October 2006 - October 27, 2006
After Batista suffers an attack for refusing to join Paul Heyman's ECW brand, The Animal partners with WWE Champion John Cena to take on World Heavyweight Champion King Booker and ECW Champion Big Show. Chavo Guerrero gloats about his recent victory over Rey Mysterio. Mr. Kennedy goes one-on-one with Kane in a No Disqualification Match and more.
Episode 44
03 November 2006 - November 3, 2006
Batista calls out Finlay. The Brothers of Destruction take Mr. Kennedy & Montel Vontavious Porter in a tag team match with some special stipulations. While rumors abound over the future of his in-ring career, an injured Rey Mysterio addresses the WWE Universe. All this and much more.
Episode 45
10 November 2006 - November 10, 2006
King Booker finds himself defending the World Heavyweight Championship under SmackDown General Manager Theodore Long's orders. In the main event, Batista goes one-on-one with Finlay. As The Undertaker's 16th anniversary with WWE approaches at Survivor Series, Mr. Kennedy looks to make a special challenge to The Deadman. All this and much more.
Episode 46
17 November 2006 - November 17, 2006
World Heavyweight Champion King Booker & Finlay take on Batista & Bobby Lashley. MVP takes to the ring for a Street Fight against Kane. The Boogeyman finds himself pulling double duty when he battles The Miz & Kristal in a Handicap Match. Plus, Matt Hardy, Paul London, and many more in action.
Episode 47
24 November 2006 - November 24, 2006
King Booker and Batista and sign the contract for their World Heavyweight Championship Match at Survivor Series. Mr. Kennedy gives a Thanksgiving address to The Undertaker. Kane and MVP's rivalry leads them to face each other in a Steel Cage Match. Plus, The Boogeyman in action, Brian Kendrick takes on William Regal, and much more.
Episode 48
01 December 2006 - December 1, 2006
MVP goes one-on-one with The Undertaker. The World Heavyweight Championship is on the line in a Triple Threat Match when Batista defends the title against King Booker and Finlay. Plus, Chavo Guerrero takes to the ring to compete for the United States Championship, MNM battle WWE Tag Team Champions Paul London & Brian Kendrick, and much more.
Episode 49
08 December 2006 - December 8, 2006
Mr. Kennedy competes in main event action against Kane. World Heavyweight Champion Batista prepares for his upcoming battle with John Cena by going one-on-one with Finlay. Plus, William Regal & Dave Taylor face WWE Tag Team Champions Paul London & Brian Kendrick and more.
Episode 50
15 December 2006 - December 15, 2006
Raw's WWE Champion John Cena goes one-on-one with Finlay. MVP & Mr. Kennedy unite to face The Brothers of Destruction. WWE Tag Team Champions Paul London and Brian Kendrick partner with Jimmy Wang Yang to take on Cruiserweight Champion Gregory Helms and the duo of William Regal and Dave Taylor. All this and much more.
Episode 51
22 December 2006 - December 22, 2006
The Brothers of Destruction take on Finlay & King Booker. With Christmas just days away, World Heavyweight Champion Batista takes on a true holiday icon. Following Joey Mercury's injury at Armageddon, Matt Hardy finds himself going one-on-one with the other half of MNM in Johnny Nitro. Plus, Ashley & Layla team up for action and much more.
Episode 52
29 December 2006 - December 29, 2006
As 2006 comes to a close, Michael Cole and John "Bradshaw" Layfield take the WWE Universe on a journey through time for a look at highlights of all the best matches and most unforgettable moments from the past 12 months on SmackDown.
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Bruce Prichard
Vince McMahon
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