As of July 2026, WWE Friday Night SmackDown Season 5 aired in 2003 with 52 episodes — streaming now on Netflix. Full episode guide and where to watch below.
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WWE Friday Night SmackDown Season 5

2003 52 Episodes Reality ⭐ 8/10

Right now you can watch WWE Friday Night SmackDown Season 5 on and — and it is more addictive than the premise lets on. Across 1 season, the show has had time to find its rhythm and keep it. With 190 viewer ratings on TMDB, this is not a title flying under the radar. The casting decisions here are sharper than the genre usually manages. Available now — press play and find out why people keep recommending it.

Whatever else is competing for your attention this week, WWE Friday Night SmackDown Season 5 is worth clearing space for. What separates WWE Friday Night SmackDown Season 5 from the rest of its genre is a genuine understanding of what its audience actually wants to watch. Chaos reigns as Brock Lesnar wreaks havoc on the entire SmackDown locker room. Plus, WWE travels to Iraq for the first-ever Tribute to the Troops event. All this and more in the 2003 season of SmackDown. It was aired in 2003. WWE Friday Night SmackDown Season 5 understands the difference between manufactured drama and the real thing, and leans on the latter. It rarely drops the ball, and when it does, it recovers fast.

If the format appeals to you at all, WWE Friday Night SmackDown Season 5 is one of the stronger examples of it. It has built its own audience without needing a direct comparison. Best experienced as a single, sustained watch if your schedule allows. The production understands its own premise and executes on it without apology. If you have enjoyed similar formats before, this is one of the stronger examples of what the genre can do.

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🎬 WWE Friday Night SmackDown Season 5 — Episode Guide

E1
SmackDown - Jan. 02, 2003
2003-01-02
As SmackDown kicks off the new year with the wedding ceremony of Dawn Marie and Torrie Wilson, Brock Lesnar returns to action as he faces Matt Hardy in the main event. However, with the Royal Rumble approaching, Paul Heyman and Big Show have a special challenge for the Beast. John Cena makes a bold ...
E2
SmackDown - Jan. 09, 2003
2003-01-09
WWE Champion Kurt Angle leads Shelton Benjamin and Charlie Haas to victory in singles competition against two formidable opponents. Paul Heyman promises to teach Brock Lesnar a lesson as the Beast goes one-on-one with A-Train in the main event. Plus, Big Show takes on Rikishi, John Cena battles Chav...
E3
SmackDown - Jan. 16, 2003
2003-01-16
WWE Champion Kurt Angle and his team of Shelton Benjamin and Charlie Haas compete in a Handicap Match. Brock Lesnar & Rey Mysterio face A-Train & Big Show. Dawn Marie holds a funeral service to honor the memory of Al Wilson, but when Torrie Wilson mourns her father, her new stepmother sheds some lig...
E4
SmackDown - Jan. 23, 2003
2003-01-23
With Brock Lesnar's victory in the Royal Rumble securing his spot in the main event at WrestleMania, WWE Champion Kurt Angle readies for a main event of his own as he goes one-on-one with Rey Mysterio. While Raw General Manager Eric Bischoff looks to sign a former adversary to his brand, Stephanie M...
E5
SmackDown - Jan. 30, 2003
2003-01-30
Following Hollywood Hulk Hogan's return to SmackDown, Mr. McMahon resolves to put an end to Hulkamania by enlisting The Rock to face him at No Way Out. As Undertaker continues to call out Big Show, Paul Heyman offers an unusual apology to the Deadman. Team Angle sets their sights on becoming the No....
E6
SmackDown - Feb. 06, 2003
2003-02-06
Hollywood Hulk Hogan addresses his upcoming match against The Rock, however, The Great One has some words of his own for the Hulkster. While Team Angle looks to capture the WWE Tag Team Championship from Los Guerreros, their leader and WWE Champion is faced with a challenge of his own in the main ev...
E7
SmackDown - Feb. 13, 2003
2003-02-13
Brock Lesnar goes one-on-one with John Cena in the main event. After weeks of asking forgiveness from The Undertaker in the most unorthodox ways, Big Show delivers another unusual peace offering to the Deadman. Dawn Marie and Torrie Wilson compete in a Bra and Panties Match. Plus, Eddie Guerrero bat...
E8
SmackDown - Feb. 20, 2003
2003-02-20
Brock Lesnar battles each member of Team Angle in a Gauntlet Match. The Rock finally comes back to SmackDown for a confrontation with Hollywood Hulk Hogan. The Undertaker gets more than little choked up when Big Show offers him another present. Plus, Torrie Wilson looks to give Nidia some corporal p...
E9
SmackDown - Feb. 27, 2003
2003-02-27
Brock Lesnar takes on Shelton Benjamin and Charlie Hass in a Handicap Match main event. With his team in action, Kurt Angle gives Brian Kendrick the opportunity of a lifetime. Plus, Mr. McMahon addresses his involvement in Hollywood Hulk Hogan's loss at No Way Out, The Undertaker receives help from ...
E10
SmackDown - Mar. 06, 2003
2003-03-06
Brock Lesnar gets his hands on Paul Heyman in a Steel Cage Match. Mr. McMahon vows to put an end to Hulkamania when he challenges Hollywood Hulk Hogan to a match at WrestleMania. Rey Mysterio faces Tajiri and Jamie Noble in a Triple Threat match. Plus, Matt Hardy defends his Cruiserweight Championsh...
E11
SmackDown - Mar. 13, 2003
2003-03-13
Brock Lesnar's chance for a WrestleMania moment comes early as he challenges Kurt Angle for the WWE Championship. Upset over Torrie Wilson's recent accomplishment, Dawn Marie decides to get something off her chest. Plus, Rey Mysterio and Billy Kidman take on WWE Tag Team Champions Team Angle, Los Gu...
E12
SmackDown - Mar. 20, 2003
2003-03-20
The road to WrestleMania XIX is pathed with ill intentions as Mr. McMahon takes his rivalry with Hollywood Hulk Hogan to another level when they sign the contract for their match. After relying on brotherly love to help him retain his WWE Championship against Brock Lesnar last week, Kurt Angle recei...
E13
SmackDown - Mar. 27, 2003
2003-03-27
As their match for the WWE Championship at WrestleMania XIX approaches, Kurt Angle gives Brock Lesnar something to reflect upon. But while Lesnar readies for the challenge of a lifetime, John Cena calls out the Beast. With his career on the line at WrestleMania, Hollywood Hulk Hogan addresses his Hu...
E14
SmackDown - Apr. 03, 2003
2003-04-03
Stephanie McMahon initiates a tournament to determine the No. 1 Contender for the Brock Lesnar's newly-won WWE Championship. Despite losing to Hollywood Hulk Hogan in their Street Fight, Mr. McMahon reveals his measure as a man. Plus, a legendary diva congratulates Torrie Wilson on recent accomplish...
E15
SmackDown - Apr. 10, 2003
2003-04-10
WWE Champion Brock Lesnar returns faces Cruiserweight Champion Matt Hardy. "Rowdy" Roddy Piper hosts a new edition of Piper's Pit with Mr. McMahon as his guest. Plus, the tournament to determine the No. 1 Contender for the WWE Championship at Backlash reaches the semi-finals. All this and more.
E16
SmackDown - Apr 17, 2003
2003-04-17
As the tournament to determine the number one contender for Brock Lesnar's newly won WWE Championship reaches the finals, John Cena confronts the Beast. Following her surprise return, Sable serves as special referee for Torrie Wilson's match with Nidia. Plus, another edition of Piper's Pit, Eddie Gu...
E17
SmackDown - Apr. 24, 2003
2003-04-24
John Cena sets out to make an impression on WWE Champion Brock Lesnar when the Beast faces off with A-Train in the main event. Sable hosts a Bikini Invitational. With Kurt Angle still out-of-action due to his injuries from WrestleMania, WWE Tag Team Champions Shelton Benjamin & Charlie Haas make a s...
E18
SmackDown - May. 01, 2003
2003-05-01
Brock Lesnar calls out Big Show. Following weeks of anticipation, Mr. America makes his debut on a brand new Piper's Pit, however many questions arise over the identity of this patriotic superstar. Plus, John Cena receives a freestyle challenge, WWE Tag Team Champions Los Guerreros face against Shan...
E19
SmackDown - May. 08, 2003
2003-05-08
Despite the indefinite suspension of Hollywood Hulk Hogan from WWE, the hiring of the conspicuous Mr. America and his new lucrative contract has Mr. McMahon demanding answers. Plus, John Cena goes one-on-one with Rhyno, Sable issues a sultry challenge to Torrie Wilson, and much more.
E20
SmackDown - May. 15, 2003
2003-05-15
WWE Champion Brock Lesnar goes on a rampage. With the identity of Mr. America causing him restlessness, Mr. McMahon looks to some hired muscle to take out this growing nemesis at Judgment Day. Before he faces off with Shelton Benjamin, Eddie Guerrero pays respect to the captain of Team Angle. Plus, ...

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