Saturday Night's Main Event
WWE's longstanding in-ring special showcases the top Superstars across generations in marquee matches and iconic moments.
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.
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Key Information
Cast & Crew
Hulk Hogan
James Ray Hart
Ray Heenan
Randy Poffo
Ken Johnson
Jesse Ventura
Jesse "The Body" Ventura (Commentary)
Elizabeth Hulette
Vince McMahon
Vince McMahon (Commentary)
Ted DiBiase Sr.
"The Million Dollar Man" Ted DiBiase (Manager)
Gene Okerlund
Gene Okerlund (Interviewer)
Jim Hellwig
The Ultimate Warrior
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.