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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.
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Checked Jul 22, 2026
WWE Saturday Night's Main Event premiered May 11, 1985. We don't have a confirmed streaming, rental or purchase option yet.
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.
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Episode 1
This episode of The Main Event features Hulk Hogan joining forces with Tugboat to face Earthquake and Dino Bravo. Sgt. Slaughter defends the WWE Championship against 'Hacksaw' Jim Duggan. The Legion of Doom battle The Orient Express and more.
Written by Vince McMahonGuest stars Hulk Hogan, Robert Remus, John Tenta Jr., Tom Boric, Pat Tanaka, Fred Ottman, Howard Finkel, James Ray Hart
Episode 2
Featuring a huge battle royal with Hulk Hogan, Mr. Perfect and more. Ultimate Warrior faces Sgt. Slaughter. Ted DiBiase battles Bret Hart.
Directed by Kerwin SilfiesWritten by Vince McMahonGuest stars Michael Hickenbottom, Jim Hellwig, David Smith, Jacques Rougeau, Hulk Hogan, Mark Calaway, Robert Remus, Brian Yandrisovitz
Episode information updated Jul 24, 2026
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Michael HickenbottomShawn Michaels
Hulk Hogan
Jim HellwigThe Ultimate Warrior
Merced Solis
Michael Coulthard
Jesse VenturaJesse "The Body" Ventura (Commentary)
Elizabeth Hulette
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