Mid-South Wrestling (Season 5)

Mid-South Wrestling was one of the most successful wrestling territories in the 1981s; featuring future WWE Hall of Famers.

  • Poster for Mid-South Wrestling - Jan. 06, 1985

    Mid-South Wrestling - Jan. 06, 1985 (Episode 1)

    Air date: 1985-01-06

    Runtime: 41 min

    Overview: Skandor Akbar leads 'Sheik' Hercules Hernandez to the ring to go one-on-one with North American Heavyweight Champion Brad Armstrong. Buddy Landel challenges Terry Taylor for the Mid-South Television Title. Hacksaw Jim Duggan and Private Terry Daniels team up to battle Ted DiBiase and Dr. Death Steve Williams. All this and much more!

  • Poster for Mid-South Wrestling - Jan. 12, 1985

    Mid-South Wrestling - Jan. 12, 1985 (Episode 2)

    Air date: 1985-01-12

    Runtime: 42 min

    Overview: The North American Heavyweight Championship is at stake when Brad Armstrong puts the title on the line against Dr. Death Steve Williams. 'Sheik' Hercules Hernandez challenges Terry Taylor for the Mid-South Television Title. Plus, Jake Roberts, Kamala, and many more are in action!

  • Poster for Mid-South Wrestling - Jan. 26, 1985

    Mid-South Wrestling - Jan. 26, 1985 (Episode 3)

    Air date: 1985-01-26

    Runtime: 42 min

    Overview: Buddy Landel takes to the ring to try to reclaim the Mid-South Television Championship from Terry Taylor. 'Iceman' King Parsons goes one-on-one with 'Sheik' Hercules Hernandez. Plus, Jake Roberts is in action, a look at the battle between Billy Jack Haynes and Kamala, and much more!

  • Poster for Mid-South Wrestling - Feb 02, 1985

    Mid-South Wrestling - Feb 02, 1985 (Episode 4)

    Air date: 1985-02-02

    Runtime: 42 min

    Overview: Shawn Michaels' early career may spell 'DDT' as he faces Jake 'The Snake' Roberts in the main event. Plus, Ted Dibiase, Kamala, and more!

  • Poster for Mid-South Wrestling - Feb. 09, 1985

    Mid-South Wrestling - Feb. 09, 1985 (Episode 5)

    Air date: 1985-02-09

    Runtime: 40 min

    Overview: Two of Mid-South Wrestling's biggest stars collide when Hacksaw Jim duggan goes one-on-one with his nemesis, Dr. Death Steve Williams. Hector Guerrero challenges Terry Taylor for the Mid-South Television Title. Plus, Kamala is in singles action, Pvt. Terry Daniels takes on Ted DiBiase, and much more!

  • Poster for Mid-South Wrestling - Feb. 16, 1985

    Mid-South Wrestling - Feb. 16, 1985 (Episode 6)

    Air date: 1985-02-16

    Runtime: 39 min

    Overview: The Rock 'n' Roll Express defends the Mid-South Tag Team Titles against Chavo and Hector Guerrero. Hacksaw Jim Duggan and Ted DiBiase look to impress the fans of Mid-South Wrestling in a Best Dressed Man Contest. Chaos ensues during a bout between Kamala and Butch Reed. Plus, Dr. Death Steve Williams, The Dirty White Boys, and more in action!

  • Poster for Mid-South Wrestling - Feb. 23, 1985

    Mid-South Wrestling - Feb. 23, 1985 (Episode 7)

    Air date: 1985-02-23

    Runtime: 41 min

    Overview: The Rock 'n' Roll Express takes to the ring for a Tag Team Match main event against Hector and Chavo Guerrero. Ted DiBiase meets Hackaw Jim Duggan in another Best Dressed Man contest. Buddy Landel faces Butch Reed in singles competition. Plus, Terry Taylor, The Dirty White Boys, and more!

  • Poster for Mid-South Wrestling - Mar. 02, 1985

    Mid-South Wrestling - Mar. 02, 1985 (Episode 8)

    Air date: 1985-03-02

    Runtime: 38 min

    Overview: Kerry Von Erich journeys to the Mid-South territory to go one-on-one with Buddy Landel in a featured bout. Tim Horner challenges Terry Taylor for the Mid-South Television Title. Accidents occur when Hacksaw Jim Duggan interferes in a Tag Team Match. Plus, Gino Hernandez, Kamala, and many more are in action!

  • Poster for Mid-South Wrestling - Mar. 09, 1985

    Mid-South Wrestling - Mar. 09, 1985 (Episode 9)

    Air date: 1985-03-09

    Runtime: 42 min

    Overview: Terry Taylor's reign as Mid-South Television Champion may be snakebit when he defends his title against Jake Roberts. Hacksaw Jim Duggan unites with Kerry Von Erich to take on the duo of 'Gorgeous' Gino Hernandez and Hercules Hernandez in a Tag Team Match. Plus, 'Iceman' King Parsons, The Dirty White Boys, and many more are in action!

  • Poster for Mid-South Wrestling - Mar. 16, 1985

    Mid-South Wrestling - Mar. 16, 1985 (Episode 10)

    Air date: 1985-03-16

    Runtime: 42 min

    Overview: Amidst frustrations with Jake Roberts, Terry Taylor puts his Mid-South Television Title on the line against Ted DiBiase's North American Heavyweight Championship. Plus, 'Gentleman' Chris Adams is in action, The Barbarian goes one-on-one with 'Iceman' King Parsons, and much more!

  • Poster for Mid-South Wrestling - Mar 23, 1985

    Mid-South Wrestling - Mar 23, 1985 (Episode 11)

    Air date: 1985-03-23

    Runtime: 42 min

    Overview: The Rock 'n' Roll Express compete in a Four Corners Elimination Tag Team main event. Plus, Dr. Death Steve Williams, Terry Taylor, and more!

  • Poster for Mid-South Wrestling - Mar. 30, 1985

    Mid-South Wrestling - Mar. 30, 1985 (Episode 12)

    Air date: 1985-03-30

    Runtime: 42 min

    Overview: A snake lies in wait during a battle between Kerry Von Erich and Thor. 'Gentleman Chris Adams partners with Dr. Death Steve Williams to take on Tom Prichard and Pvt. Terry Daniels. Plus, The Barbarian takes to the ring for action, Brickhouse Brown faces Jack Victory, and much more!

  • Poster for Mid-South Wrestling - Apr. 06, 1985

    Mid-South Wrestling - Apr. 06, 1985 (Episode 13)

    Air date: 1985-04-06

    Runtime: 39 min

    Overview: Tim Horner, 'Gentleman' Chris Adams, and more kick off a tournament to crown a new Mid-South Television Champion. Kerry Von Erich and Terry Taylor untie for a Tag Team Match. Plus, Brickhouse Brown meets Thor in singles competition, Jake Roberts partners with Dr. Death Steve Williams, and much more action!

  • Poster for Mid-South Wrestling - Apr. 13, 1985

    Mid-South Wrestling - Apr. 13, 1985 (Episode 14)

    Air date: 1985-04-13

    Runtime: 42 min

    Overview: The tournament to crown a new Mid-South Television Champion continues with Dr. Death Steve Williams taking on Pvt. Terry Daniels. The Rock 'n' Roll Express takes to the ring to battle the formidable duo of Jake Roberts and The Barbarian. Plus, Kamala, Dutch Mantell, and many more are in action!

  • Poster for Mid-South Wrestling - Apr. 20, 1985

    Mid-South Wrestling - Apr. 20, 1985 (Episode 15)

    Air date: 1985-04-20

    Runtime: 42 min

    Overview: Jake Roberts battles Steve Casey in the tournament to crown a new Mid-South Television Champion. Tim Horner is faced with the unfortunate task of taking on 'Dirty' Dutch Mantell. Plus, 'Hot Stuff' Eddie Gilbert and The Nightmare compete in a Tag Team Match, Hacksaw Jim Duggan battles Thor, and much more action!

  • Poster for Mid-South Wrestling - Apr. 27, 1985

    Mid-South Wrestling - Apr. 27, 1985 (Episode 16)

    Air date: 1985-04-27

    Runtime: 42 min

    Overview: The Mid-South Television Title tournament continues with Hacksaw Jim Duggan going one-on-one with Tom Prichard. The Nightmare is led to the ring by 'Hot Stuff' Eddie Gilbert for a match against Pvt. Terry Daniels. Plus, Jake Roberts and The Barbarian compete in a Tag Team Match, Kamala faces Thor, and much more!

  • Poster for Mid-South Wrestling - May. 04, 1985

    Mid-South Wrestling - May. 04, 1985 (Episode 17)

    Air date: 1985-05-04

    Runtime: 42 min

    Overview: "Superstar" Bill Dundee & Terry Taylor battle The Dirty White Boys in tag team action. Jake "The Snake" Roberts goes head-to-head with Brad Armstrong in the semifinal round of the Mid-South TV Title Tournament. See footage of General Skandor Akbar's heinous attack on "Hacksaw" Jim Duggan during Duggan's match with Kamala.

  • Poster for Mid-South Wrestling - May. 11, 1985

    Mid-South Wrestling - May. 11, 1985 (Episode 18)

    Air date: 1985-05-11

    Runtime: 42 min

    Overview: Ted DiBiase & "Dr. Death" Steve Williams defend the Mid-South Tag Team Titles against The Rock 'n' Roll Express. "Hacksaw" Jim Duggan gives an update on his health following General Skandor Akbar's attack. Plus, The Fabulous Freebirds, Jake "The Snake" Roberts and more in action.

  • Poster for Mid-South Wrestling - May. 18, 1985

    Mid-South Wrestling - May. 18, 1985 (Episode 19)

    Air date: 1985-05-18

    Runtime: 42 min

    Overview: Jake "The Snake" Roberts faces "The Snowman" in the finals of the Mid-South TV Title Tournament. Terry Taylor gives a special Figure-Four Leglock demonstration. Plus, Jim Ross interviews "Hacksaw" Jim Duggan from the burn institute on his progress following General Skandor Akbar's attack.

  • Poster for Mid-South Wrestling - May. 25, 1985

    Mid-South Wrestling - May. 25, 1985 (Episode 20)

    Air date: 1985-05-25

    Runtime: 42 min

    Overview: Jake "The Snake" Roberts & The Barbarian take on "Brickhouse" Brown & Brad Armstrong. Plus, "Hacksaw" Jim Duggan returns to get payback on General Skandor Akbar, NWA World Heavyweight Champion Ric Flair is in action and more.

  • Poster for Mid-South Wrestling - Jun. 01, 1985

    Mid-South Wrestling - Jun. 01, 1985 (Episode 21)

    Air date: 1985-06-01

    Runtime: 42 min

    Overview: Terry Taylor defends the North American Championship against "The Nightmare." Plus, "Hacksaw" Jim Duggan confronts NWA World Heavyweight Champion Ric Flair, Kamala is in action and more.

  • Poster for Mid-South Wrestling - Jun. 08, 1985

    Mid-South Wrestling - Jun. 08, 1985 (Episode 22)

    Air date: 1985-06-08

    Runtime: 42 min

    Overview: See Muhammad Ali get involved in Jake "The Snake" Roberts' battle with Mid-South TV Champion "The Snowman" in the Superdome. "Hacksaw" Jim Duggan continues his search for payback against General Skandor Akbar and Devastation, Inc. Plus, "Cowboy" Bill Watts, Kamala, Ted DiBiase and more are in action.

  • Poster for Mid-South Wrestling - Jun. 15, 1985

    Mid-South Wrestling - Jun. 15, 1985 (Episode 23)

    Air date: 1985-06-15

    Runtime: 41 min

    Overview: Mid-South Tag Team Champions Ted DiBiase & "Dr. Death" Steve Williams clash with The Fantastics. North American Champion "The Champion" faces "Superstar" Bill Dundee. Plus, The Rock 'n' Roll Express, Terry Taylor and more in action.

  • Poster for Mid-South Wrestling - Jun. 22, 1985

    Mid-South Wrestling - Jun. 22, 1985 (Episode 24)

    Air date: 1985-06-22

    Runtime: 42 min

    Overview: General Skandor Akbar's new protege "The Zambui Express" Kareem Muhammad is in action along with Mid-South TV Champion "The Snowman." "Dirty" Dutch Mantell clashes with Brad Armstrong. Plus, Dick Murdoch, Jake "The Snake" Roberts, and more in action.

  • Poster for Mid-South Wrestling - Jun. 29, 1985

    Mid-South Wrestling - Jun. 29, 1985 (Episode 25)

    Air date: 1985-06-29

    Runtime: 42 min

    Overview: Ted DiBiase & "Dr. Death" Steve Williams put their Mid-South Tag Team Titles on the line against the Rock 'n' Roll Express. "Dirty" Dutch Mantell challenges "The Snowman" for the Mid-South TV Championship. Plus, General Skandor Akbar's team of Kamala & "The Zambui Express" Kareem Muhammad put their dominance on display.

  • Poster for Mid-South Wrestling - Jul. 06, 1985

    Mid-South Wrestling - Jul. 06, 1985 (Episode 26)

    Air date: 1985-07-06

    Runtime: 41 min

    Overview: Terry Taylor and Ted DiBiase battle for the right to challenge "The Champion" for the North American Title. "The Snowman" puts the Mid-South TV Championship on the line against "Dirty" Dutch Mantell. Plus, The Fantastics, Jake "The Snake" Roberts, Kamala and more in action.

  • Poster for Mid-South Wrestling - Jul. 13, 1985

    Mid-South Wrestling - Jul. 13, 1985 (Episode 27)

    Air date: 1985-07-13

    Runtime: 42 min

    Overview: If "Hacksaw" Jim Duggan can overcome the massive "Zambui Express" Kareem Muhammad, he will face General Skandor Akbar in the ring. Terry Taylor challenges "Dirty" Dutch Mantell for the Mid-South TV Championship. Plus, "Brickhouse" Brown, Ted DiBiase and more in action.

  • Poster for Mid-South Wrestling - Jul. 20, 1985

    Mid-South Wrestling - Jul. 20, 1985 (Episode 28)

    Air date: 1985-07-20

    Runtime: 42 min

    Overview: "Hacksaw" Butch Reed returns while top amateur wrestler Mike Graham makes his Mid-South Wrestling debut against Tommy Pritchard. Plus, Jim Ross interviews country music legend Jerry Reed, and North American Titleholder "The Champion" holds a press conference featuring Sir Oliver Humperdink and Eddie Gilbert.

  • Poster for Mid-South Wrestling - Jul. 27, 1985

    Mid-South Wrestling - Jul. 27, 1985 (Episode 29)

    Air date: 1985-07-27

    Runtime: 41 min

    Overview: "Hacksaw" Jim Duggan & "Cowboy" Bill Watts join forces to take on The Bounty Hunters. General Skandor Akbar continues to wreak havoc on Mid-South Wrestling as he interrupts Mike Graham's clash with "Dirty" Dutch Mantell. Plus, "Hacksaw" Butch Reed battles Ted DiBiase in an impromptu showdown and more.

  • Poster for Mid-South Wrestling - Aug. 03, 1985

    Mid-South Wrestling - Aug. 03, 1985 (Episode 30)

    Air date: 1985-08-03

    Runtime: 42 min

    Overview: "Dirty" Dutch Mantell tries to regain the Mid-South TV Championship against "Hacksaw" Butch Reed. "Cowboy" Bill Watts and "Hacksaw" Jim Duggan's rivalry with General Skandor Akbar and Devastation Inc. heats up ahead of their showdown at the Superdome. Plus, Jake "The Snake" Roberts, Ted DiBiase and more in action.

  • Poster for Mid-South Wrestling - Aug. 10, 1985

    Mid-South Wrestling - Aug. 10, 1985 (Episode 31)

    Air date: 1985-08-10

    Runtime: 42 min

    Overview: See highlights of "Hacksaw" Jim Duggan & "Cowboy" Bill Watts' showdown with Devastation Inc. at the Superdome. North American Heavyweight Champion "The Nightmare" battles his former manager "Hot Stuff" Eddie Gilbert. Plus, "Superstar" Bill Dundee, Humongous and more in action.

  • Poster for Mid-South Wrestling - Aug. 17, 1985

    Mid-South Wrestling - Aug. 17, 1985 (Episode 32)

    Air date: 1985-08-17

    Runtime: 42 min

    Overview: General Skandor Akbar's newest henchman El Corsario is in action. Plus, "The Nightmare" battles Al Perez, "Hot Stuff" Eddie Gilbert takes on Brody Chase, Humongous clashes with Pat Rose and more.

  • Poster for Mid-South Wrestling - Aug. 24, 1985

    Mid-South Wrestling - Aug. 24, 1985 (Episode 33)

    Air date: 1985-08-24

    Runtime: 41 min

    Overview: The Midnight Rider sends a message to Mid-South Wrestling. "Dirty" Dutch Mantell battles Tommy Rogers. Plus, "Hacksaw" Jim Duggan, Jake "The Snake" Roberts and The Barbarian, "Hacksaw" Butch Reed and more in action.

  • Poster for Mid-South Wrestling - Aug. 31, 1985

    Mid-South Wrestling - Aug. 31, 1985 (Episode 34)

    Air date: 1985-08-31

    Runtime: 43 min

    Overview: "Hacksaw" Jim Duggan battles One Man Gang in a Bounty Match. "Dr. Death" Steve Williams & Bob Sweetan defend the Tag Team Championship against Al Perez & Wendell Cooley. Plus, an appearance by Jake "The Snake" Roberts and more.

  • Poster for Mid-South Wrestling - Sep. 07, 1985

    Mid-South Wrestling - Sep. 07, 1985 (Episode 35)

    Air date: 1985-09-07

    Runtime: 43 min

    Overview: Newly-crowned Mid-South Tag Team Champions Al Perez & Wendell Cooley defend against One Man Gang & Kareem Mohammed. Plus, Jake "The Snake" Roberts faces The Nightmare, Humongous competes in one-on-one action and much more.

  • Poster for Mid-South Wrestling - Sep. 14, 1985

    Mid-South Wrestling - Sep. 14, 1985 (Episode 36)

    Air date: 1985-09-14

    Runtime: 41 min

    Overview: "Dirty" Dutch Mantell & Bill Dundee challenge Al Perez & Wendell Cooley for the Mid-South Tag Team Championship. Plus, The Fantastics, Humongous, an announcement about NWA World Heavyweight Champion Ric Flair, and more.

  • Poster for Mid-South Wrestling - Sep. 21, 1985

    Mid-South Wrestling - Sep. 21, 1985 (Episode 37)

    Air date: 1985-09-21

    Runtime: 41 min

    Overview: "Dr. Death" Steve Williams takes on "Capt. Redneck" Dick Slater for the NWA North American Championship. Plus, "Hacksaw" Butch Reed, "Dirty" Dutch Mantell and more in action.

  • Poster for Mid-South Wrestling - Sep. 28, 1985

    Mid-South Wrestling - Sep. 28, 1985 (Episode 38)

    Air date: 1985-09-28

    Runtime: 41 min

    Overview: Ted DiBiase returns and issues a challenge to NWA World Heavyweight Champion Ric Flair. Plus, Dick Slater, "Mad Dog" Buzz Sawyer, and many more in action.

  • Poster for Mid-South Wrestling - Oct. 05, 1985

    Mid-South Wrestling - Oct. 05, 1985 (Episode 39)

    Air date: 1985-10-05

    Runtime: 42 min

    Overview: Jake "The Snake" Roberts faces El Corsario. Ted DiBiase & "Dr. Death" Steve Williams take on Pat Rose & Tony Faulk. Plus, Dutch Mantell & Bill Dundee compete against The Fantastics, an appearance by Eddie Gilbert and more.

  • Poster for Mid-South Wrestling - Oct. 12, 1985

    Mid-South Wrestling - Oct. 12, 1985 (Episode 40)

    Air date: 1985-10-12

    Runtime: 40 min

    Overview: Ted DiBiase takes on Nick Patrick. Plus, a special interview with NWA World Heavyweight Champion Ric Flair, "Hacksaw" Jim Duggan, Jake "The Snake" Roberts, Dick Slater, and more.

  • Poster for Mid-South Wrestling - Oct. 19, 1985

    Mid-South Wrestling - Oct. 19, 1985 (Episode 41)

    Air date: 1985-10-19

    Runtime: 42 min

    Overview: "Hacksaw" Butch Reed defends the Mid-South Television Championship against El Corsario. Plus, "Hot Stuff" Eddie Gilbert, Bobby Fulton, NWA North American Champion Dick Slater and more in action.

  • Poster for Mid-South Wrestling - Oct. 26, 1985

    Mid-South Wrestling - Oct. 26, 1985 (Episode 42)

    Air date: 1985-10-26

    Runtime: 42 min

    Overview: "Hacksaw" Butch Reed celebrates winning the NWA North American Championship. Jake "The Snake" Roberts takes on "Dirty" Dutch Mantell. Plus, The Bruise Brothers, Humongous, and many more in action.

  • Poster for Mid-South Wrestling - Nov. 02, 1985

    Mid-South Wrestling - Nov. 02, 1985 (Episode 43)

    Air date: 1985-11-02

    Runtime: 42 min

    Overview: A confrontation between Jim Duggan and Dick Slater explodes. Ted DiBiase & "Dr. Death" Steve Williams face Mid-South Tag Team Champions Al Perez & Wendell Cooley, "Hacksaw" Butch Reed faces "Dirty" Dutch Mantell and much more.

  • Poster for Mid-South Wrestling - Nov. 09, 1985

    Mid-South Wrestling - Nov. 09, 1985 (Episode 44)

    Air date: 1985-11-09

    Runtime: 42 min

    Overview: The Bruise Brothers compete in tag team action. Plus, Eddie Gilbert & The Nightmare team up for the first time, Bill Watts interviews NWA World Heavyweight Champion Ric Flair and much more.

  • Poster for Mid-South Wrestling - Nov. 16, 1985

    Mid-South Wrestling - Nov. 16, 1985 (Episode 45)

    Air date: 1985-11-16

    Runtime: 37 min

    Overview: Ric Flair defends the NWA World Heavyweight Championship against Ted DiBiase. Plus, "Hacksaw" Jim Duggan takes on El Corsario, The Bruise Brothers in action, Eddie Gilbert unveils a special portrait, and more.

  • Poster for Mid-South Wrestling - Nov. 23, 1985

    Mid-South Wrestling - Nov. 23, 1985 (Episode 46)

    Air date: 1985-11-23

    Runtime: 37 min

    Overview: Ted DiBiase reacts to his World Heavyweight Championship Match from the previous week. Plus, "The Hacksaws" Jim Duggan & Butch Reed face "Dr. Death" Steve Williams & Rob Ricksteiner, Dick Slater & Buzz Sawyer take to the ring and more.

  • Poster for Mid-South Wrestling - Nov. 30, 1985

    Mid-South Wrestling - Nov. 30, 1985 (Episode 47)

    Air date: 1985-11-30

    Runtime: 42 min

    Overview: Jake "The Snake" Roberts takes on Rob Ricksteiner. Eddie Gilbert & The Nightmare face Steve Doll & Brad "Ring-O." Plus, "Dr. Death" Steve Williams, Dick Slater and many more in action.

  • Poster for Mid-South Wrestling - Dec. 07, 1985

    Mid-South Wrestling - Dec. 07, 1985 (Episode 48)

    Air date: 1985-12-07

    Runtime: 43 min

    Overview: NWA World Heavyweight Champion Ric Flair reacts to the disciplinary actions taken against him. Plus, "The Hacksaws" Jim Duggan & Butch Reed compete in tag team action, the Eddie Gilbert portrait is awarded and much more.

  • Poster for Mid-South Wrestling - Dec. 14, 1985

    Mid-South Wrestling - Dec. 14, 1985 (Episode 49)

    Air date: 1985-12-14

    Runtime: 42 min

    Overview: The Mid-South Television Championship Tournament gets underway, featuring competitors such as Jake "The Snake" Roberts, "Hot Stuff" Eddie Gilbert, Nick Patrick, and more.

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