Saturday Night's Main Event
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Saturday Night's Main Event

WWE's longstanding in-ring special showcases the top Superstars across generations in marquee matches and iconic moments.

8.4 /10 43 votes
May 11, 1985 14 Seasons 88 Episodes 90 min Returning Series TV-PG

Overview

A professional wrestling television program produced by the World Wrestling Federation banner on NBC airing in place of Saturday Night Live. The series was made up entirely of star vs. star bouts in a time when weekly programming consisted primarily of established stars dominating enhancement talent.

Seasons & Episodes

Saturday Night's Main Event - 1985

1985 43 Episodes

Saturday Night's Main Event is home to many of the defining moments in WWE of the 1980s and '90s. This season's historic moments include Hulk Hogan defending the WWE Championship against "Cowboy" Bob Orton.

Saturday Night's Main Event - 1986

1986 5 Episodes

Saturday Night's Main Event is home to many of the defining moments in WWE of the 1980s and '90s. This season's historic moments include Jake "The Snake" Roberts vs. "Macho Man" Randy Savage and much more.

Saturday Night's Main Event - 1987

1987 5 Episodes

Saturday Night's Main Event is home to many of the defining moments in WWE of the 1980s and '90s. This season's historic moments include The Hart Foundation battling The British Bulldogs and much more.

Saturday Night's Main Event - 1988

1988 6 Episodes

Saturday Night's Main Event is home to many of the defining moments in WWE of the 1980s and '90s. This season's historic moments include Andre the Giant challenging Hulk Hogan for the WWE Championship and more.

Saturday Night's Main Event - 1989

1989 7 Episodes

Saturday Night's Main Event is home to many of the defining moments in WWE of the 1980s and '90s. This season's historic moments include the tag team of Hulk Hogan & "Macho Man" Randy Savage exploding and more.

Saturday Night's Main Event - 1990

1990 6 Episodes

Saturday Night's Main Event is home to many of the defining moments in WWE of the 1990s. This season's historic moments include Ultimate Warrior defending the WWE Championship against "Ravishing" Rick Rude.

Saturday Night's Main Event - 1991

1991 2 Episodes

Saturday Night's Main Event is home to many of the defining moments in WWE of the 1980s and '90s. This season's historic moments include Hulk Hogan & Tugboat battling Earthquake & Dino Bravo and much more.

Saturday Night's Main Event - 1992

1992 2 Episodes

Saturday Night's Main Event is home to many of the defining moments in WWE history. This season's memorable moments include The British Bulldog defending the Intercontinental Championship against Shawn Michaels.

Saturday Night's Main Event - 2006

2006 2 Episodes

History is made in the 21st century revival of Saturday Night's Main Event. This season's memorable moments include John Cena challenge Edge for the WWE Championship and much more.

Saturday Night's Main Event - 2007

2007 2 Episodes

History is made in the 21st century revival of Saturday Night's Main Event. This season's memorable moments include Bobby Lashley and Mark Henry in an arm wrestling contest and much more.

Saturday Night's Main Event - 2008

2008 1 Episode

History is made in the 21st century revival of Saturday Night's Main Event. This season's memorable moments include John Cena, Batista, and others in a massive Eight-Man Tag Team Match and much more.

2024

2024 1 Episode
2025

2025

2025 5 Episodes

2026

2026 2 Episodes

Key Information

Network NBC
Type Scripted
Rating 8.4/10
Language EN
Country United States of America

Cast & Crew

Hulk Hogan

Hulk Hogan

James Ray Hart

Ray Heenan

Ray Heenan

Randy Poffo

Randy Poffo

Ken Johnson

Ken Johnson

Jesse Ventura

Jesse Ventura

Jesse "The Body" Ventura (Commentary)

Elizabeth Hulette

Elizabeth Hulette

Vince McMahon

Vince McMahon

Vince McMahon (Commentary)

Ted DiBiase Sr.

"The Million Dollar Man" Ted DiBiase (Manager)

Gene Okerlund

Gene Okerlund

Gene Okerlund (Interviewer)

Jim Hellwig

Jim Hellwig

The Ultimate Warrior

Bret Hart

Bret Hart

Bret "The Hitman" Hart

Frequently Asked Questions

A professional wrestling television program produced by the World Wrestling Federation banner on NBC airing in place of Saturday Night Live. The series was made up entirely of star vs....

Saturday Night's Main Event has 14 seasons with 88 episodes.

Saturday Night's Main Event premiered on May 11, 1985.

Yes, Saturday Night's Main Event is currently ongoing with new episodes.

Saturday Night's Main Event originally aired on NBC. Check your local streaming services for availability.

Saturday Night's Main Event has a rating of 8.4/10 based on user reviews.

Saturday Night's Main Event is classified as Drama, Family, Action & Adventure.