NWA World Championship Wrestling (1985)

Synopsis

Showcasing incredible in-ring action and unforgettable interviews, this weekly television series features a who's who of WWE Hall of Famers.

First Air Date: 1985-11-02

Last Air Date: 1989-07-08

Number of Seasons: 5

Number of Episodes: 186

Created By: Jim Crockett Jr.

Networks: TBS

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Top Cast

Tony Schiavone as Tony Schiavone (Color Commentator)
David Crockett as David Crockett (Color Commentator)
Ric Flair as "Nature Boy" Ric Flair
Tully Blanchard as Tully Blanchard
Martin Lunde as Arn Anderson
Jim Cornette as Jim Cornette
Bobby Eaton as "Beautiful" Bobby Eaton
Virgil Runnels as "The American Dream" Dusty Rhodes
Dennis Condrey as "Loverboy" Dennis Condrey
Steve Borden as Sting

Seasons

World Championship Wrestling (WCW) - 1985 (1985)

World Championship Wrestling (WCW) - 1986 (1986)

World Championship Wrestling (WCW) - 1987 (1987)

World Championship Wrestling (WCW) - 1988 (1988)

World Championship Wrestling (WCW) - 1989 (1989)

World Championship Wrestling (WCW) - 1985 (1985)

WCW's World Championship Wrestling is the gold standard of 1980s sports-entertainment television. This season features a venerable who's who of WWE Hall of Famers including Dusty Rhodes and many more.

Episodes:

Ep. 1: World Championship Wrestling - Nov. 02, 1985 (1985-11-02)

While speculation over whether Dusty Rhodes will be physically able to challenge Ric Flair for the NWA World Heavyweight Championship runs rampant, the rivalry between Magnum T.A. and United States Champion Tully Blanchard takes an unexpected turn. Plus, "Superstar" Billy Graham, The Rock 'n' Roll Express, and many more in action.
Ep. 2: World Championship Wrestling - Nov. 09, 1985 (1985-11-09)

As the road to Starrcade continues, the Four Horsemen await the challenges of their rivals and let everyone know exactly where they stand. Plus, United States Champion Tully Blanchard, National Heavyweight Champion Terry Taylor, The Barbarian, 'Nature Boy' Buddy Landel, and many more in action of this edition of World Championship Wrestling!
Ep. 3: World Championship Wrestling - Nov. 16, 1985 (1985-11-16)

On a night where NWA World Heavyweight Champion Ric Flair and National Tag Team Champions Ole and Arn Anderson take on Pez Whatley, Ronnie Garvin, and Nation Heavyweight Champion Terry Taylor in a Six-Man Tag Team Match, Magnum T.A. and Dusty Rhodes look to confront the Four Horsemen face-to-face. Plus, The Road Warriors and more in action.
Ep. 4: World Championship Wrestling - Nov. 23, 1985 (1985-11-23)

With Starrcade rapidly approaching, NWA World Heavyweight Champion Ric Flair makes it clear that he intends to defeat Dusty Rhodes and retain his title. Plus, Superstar Billy Graham, Sam Houston, National Heavyweight Champion Terry Taylor, and many more in action on this edition of World Championship Wrestling!
Ep. 5: World Championship Wrestling - Nov. 30, 1985 (1985-11-30)

Relive some of the most exciting matchups and highlights from Starrcade '85 including Terry Taylor defending his National Heavyweight Championship against "Nature Boy" Buddy Landel and Sam Houston battling Krusher Khrushchev for the vacant Mid-Atlantic Heavyweight Championship. Plus, The Road Warriors and many more in action.
Ep. 6: World Championship Wrestling - Dec. 07, 1985 (1985-12-07)

While controversy abounds regarding Dusty Rhodes defeating Ric Flair for the NWA World Heavyweight Title at Starrcade, Tully Blanchard and the Minnesota Wrecking Crew take to the ring to faceoff against Sam Houston, Billy Jack Haynes, and United States Heavyweight Champion Magnum T.A. in a Six-Man Tag Team Match. Plus, The Road Warriors and more.
Ep. 7: World Championship Wrestling - Dec. 14, 1985 (1985-12-14)

With the United States Heavyweight Championship in the hands of Magnum T.A. and the National Heavyweight Championship in the hands Buddy Landel, a question arises as to who is the No. 1 Contender for Ric Flair's World Heavyweight Championship. Plus, Tully Blanchard, Pez Whatley, Manny Fernandez, and many more in action.
Ep. 8: World Championship Wrestling - Dec. 21, 1985 (1985-12-21)

As everyone awaits the upcoming tournament to crown a new Television Champion, Dusty Rhodes lets the world know exactly where he ranks in the title picture. Plus, Tully Blanchard, United States Heavyweight Champion Magnum T.A., World Tag Team Champions The Rock 'n' Roll Express, and many more in action.
Ep. 9: World Championship Wrestling - Dec. 28, 1985 (1985-12-28)

Ronnie Garvin's challenge to Ric Flair is answered as he goes one-on-one with The "Nature Boy" for his NWA World Heavyweight Championship. Plus, United States Heavyweight Champion Magnum T.A. faces off against Ole Anderson, Jim Cornette's Midnight Express in action, and much more.