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Raw
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Raw

1993Action, Sport • 34 Seasons

Woke Score
2.2
out of 10

Series Overview

This wrestling show quickly grew into one of the most popular sports/entertainment shows ever. In addition to presenting matches between the stars of the WWF, this program spent most of its time on the elaborate backstage story that had developed, involving feuds, deals, backstabbings and romances between the wrestlers, managers, referees and commissioners.

Season-by-Season Breakdown

1993

1.4/10

This is the year that started a sports-entertainment phenomenon. Don't miss Monday Night Raw's inaugural season, featuring classic rivalries like Razor Ramon vs. 1-2-3 Kid, Bret Hart vs. Jerry Lawler, and more.

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1994

1.4/10

Throughout 1994, Monday Night Raw hosts a family feud as members of the Hart family choose sides in the heated brother-against-brother war between Bret "Hit Man" Hart and the youngest member of the family, Owen.

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1995

1.4/10

The stars of sports and entertainment shine bright on Monday Night Raw in 1995. William Shatner has a heated rivalry with Jerry Lawler while football great Lawrence Taylor set his sights on Bam Bam Bigelow.

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1996

2/10

The game changes on Monday Night Raw in 1996 as legends like Triple H, "Stone Cold" Steve Austin, Mankind, and The Rock rise to prominence in WWE just as the Monday Night War with WCW kicks into high gear.

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1997

2.4/10

A new era is dawning on Monday Night Raw in 1997 as a pair of degenerates run roughshod over WWE, Canada's hero gets screwed by the boss...or himself, and The Deadman's brother appears from beyond the grave.

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1998

1.4/10

The Attitude Era kicks into high gear on Raw in 1998 as "Stone Cold" Steve Austin makes Mr. McMahon's life a living hell while Triple H leads D-Generation X to war not only against the entire WWE, but also WCW.

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1999

Pending

Authority is threatened at every turn on Raw in 1999 as "Stone Cold" Steve Austin continues to torment Mr. McMahon while The Chairman's daughter Stephanie unites with her husband Triple H to take control of WWE.

2000

2/10

The McMahon family is fractured as a new millennium dawns on Raw in the year 2000. Superstars from down south join WWE, Mick Foley says goodbye to the ring and hello to a new role as WWE Commissioner, and more.

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2001

1.4/10

WWE stands tall as the victor of the Monday Night War in 2001, but an invading alliance between WCW and ECW threatens the very existence of WWE. Plus, WWE gets a new stylin' and profilin' co-owner and more.

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2002

2/10

A new era begins in 2002 as the Brand Extension Draft divides WWE Superstars between Raw and SmackDown. Mr. McMahon shocks the WWE Universe by hiring his former arch nemesis from WCW as Raw's General Manager.

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2003

Pending

Raw gets stunning new leadership in 2003 as "Stone Cold" Steve Austin is hired to work along Eric Bischoff as Co-General Manager. Triple H forms Evolution and takes the fight to Goldberg. Plus, much more.

2004

3/10

Evolution takes its next step in 2004 as Triple H, Ric Flair, Randy Orton, and Batista run roughshod over Raw. Lita rides an emotional roller coaster, a Rock 'n' Sock reunion electrifies, and more.

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2005

2/10

Things heat up in 2005 as John Cena declares "The champ is here!" on Raw, Evolution is fractured, wedding bells ring for Lita and Edge, and more. Plus, Raw is home to Tribute to the Troops for the first time.

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2006

1/10

Raw gets extreme in 2006 as the reborn ECW invades the red brand. D-Generation X reunites to make Mr. McMahon's life miserable. John Cena and Edge begin their epic rivalry. Plus, The Miz hosts the Diva Search.

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2007

1.4/10

The beginning of the legendary rivalry between John Cena and Randy Orton highlights Raw in 2007. Plus, don't miss other unforgettable matches and moments like Umaga vs. Bobby Lashley and Mr. McMahon's son.

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2008

1.4/10

Raw's 2008 marks the end the most legendary career in sports-entertainment history as Ric Flair says goodbye to the WWE Universe. Plus, Mr. McMahon gives away millions, Randy Orton crafts his legacy, and more.

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2009

1.4/10

Expect the unexpected on Raw in 2009 as Special Guests Hosts take the reins as the power on the red brand. Don't miss such memorable Guest Hosts as Seth Green, Bob Barker, Shaquille O'Neal, and more.

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2010

2/10

After 12 years, Bret "Hit Man" Hart returns to Raw in 2010 to put his issues with Mr. McMahon and Shawn Michaels to rest, compete in the ring, and serve as Raw General Manager. Plus, the Nexus rises and more.

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2011

1.6/10

The Rock returns. CM Punk throws a pipe bomb. A tournament to crown a new WWE Champion. Dolph Ziggler meets Hugh Jackman's fist. All this and more make 2011 an unforgettable year on Raw.

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2012

2/10

Chaos ensues all over Raw as WWE's flagship surpasses 1000 episodes in 2012. Plus, don't miss the years best rivalries, including John Cena vs. The Rock, Daniel Bryan vs. CM Punk vs. Kane, and more.

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2013

1.6/10

Triple H and Stephanie McMahon show Raw who's boss by forming the Authority in 2013. Along with Kane and others, the Authority oppresses many WWE Superstars, but Daniel Bryan fights back with the Yes! Movement.

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2014

2/10

As the Yes! Movement builds momentum and occupies Raw, the Beast sets his eyes on a legendary streak. Plus, The Rock and NWO both return, the Shield and the Bellas each breakup, and more action on Raw in 2014.

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2015

Pending

2015 is the year of Roman Reigns on Raw. The Big Dog faces the brand's top Superstars and battles for the WWE Championship. Plus, the legendary Sting competes on Raw for the first time. Plus, much more action.

2016

3/10

History is made on Raw in 2016 as Shane McMahon and Goldberg both make shocking returns to WWE, a new Women's Championship is introduced, and the WWE Draft again splits Superstars between Raw and SmackDown LIVE.

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2017

2.6/10

In 2017 on Raw, witness the rise of Braun Strowman as The Monster Among Men battles top Superstars like Brock Lesnar, Roman Reigns, and Kevin Owens. Plus, Goldberg says goodbye, The Hardy Boyz return, and more.

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2018

4/10

As Raw celebrates its 25th anniversary in 2018, the red brand gets dangerous with the arrival of "Rowdy" Ronda Rousey. Plus, DX reunites, Roman Reigns makes a heartbreaking announcement, and much more.

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2019

3/10

The longest-running weekly episodic television series in history continues to make history. This season, the McMahon Family retakes control of Raw and enforces its will on Superstars like Becky Lynch and more.

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2020

2.2/10

2020 season of WWE Raw

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2021

4/10

2021 season of WWE Raw

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2022

2/10

2022 season of WWE Raw

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2023

5/10

2023 season of WWE Raw

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2024

4/10

2024 season of WWE Raw

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2025

3/10

2025 season of WWE Raw

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2026

2/10

2026 season of WWE Raw

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Overall Series Review

The history of *Raw* across these seasons demonstrates an evolution primarily in presentation and tone, rather than in core thematic structure. Across its entire run, the program remains fundamentally anchored in the realm of professional wrestling: a spectacle driven by binary conflicts, defined by physical competition, and resolved through a fictional meritocracy where in-ring success or backstage power dictates outcomes. Early seasons (1-3) relied on overtly cartoonish "New Generation" morality, featuring clear-cut heroes and villains defined by simple concepts like good vs. evil, wealth vs. poverty, and national pride. Social or ideological commentary in these early years was nonexistent; morality was traditional and hyper-masculine. As the series progressed into the late 1990s and early 2000s (Seasons 4-8), the tone darkened into the "Attitude Era." This period was characterized by heightened anti-establishment themes, celebrating rebellion against corporate authority, exemplified by the feud between anti-heroes like Stone Cold Steve Austin and the tyrannical management of Vince McMahon. While featuring increased sexuality and violence designed for shock value, this rebellion was secular and anarchic, focused on personal freedom rather than systemic critique. Character success was still tied to overcoming rivals or seizing opportunity, whether that rival was a foreign invader (Season 9) or a corporate GM. The middle years, encompassing the "Ruthless Aggression" era (Seasons 10-16), returned to melodrama, often revolving around scandals, ego-driven power struggles (like those within Evolution), and explicit sexual themes that ran directly counter to modern feminist critiques. Even when marginalized characters like Muhammad Hassan appeared, critiques of Western culture were positioned as the villains’ defining trait. Throughout the PG Era and into the early 2010s (Seasons 17-23), the central conflict remained the populist struggle of the underdog (Daniel Bryan, CM Punk) fighting against a corrupt, nepotistic Authority structure. A distinct shift occurs starting around Season 24, accelerating through the mid-2010s and into the present (Seasons 26, 27, 31, 33), where the narrative increasingly features strong, dominant female performers who achieve high status based on professional competence—the "Girl Boss" archetype. While this elevates the representation of women, the structure remains wrestling-centric. Characters are celebrated for overcoming traditional obstacles, but the program largely avoids explicitly lecturing on academic identity politics, critical race theory, or anti-theism. In summary, *Raw* is a sustained exercise in manufactured conflict, shifting its presentation from cartoonish morality to edgy rebellion, and finally to a diverse, highly competitive environment where merit (in-ring skill or narrative dominance) dictates who succeeds, always prioritizing spectacle over explicit ideological instruction.

Categorical Breakdown

Identity Politics2.3/10

Oikophobia1.5/10

Feminism3.8/10

LGBTQ+1.4/10

Anti-Theism1.5/10