John Tenta Jr.

John Tenta Jr.

John Anthony Tenta, Jr. was a Canadian sumōtori and professional wrestler best known for his work in the World Wrestling Federation as Earthquake. After a promising start to his sumo career, using the nameKototenzan, Tenta switched to professional wrestling and became a high-profile star for the WWF, feuding with Hulk Hogan and winning the WWF Tag Team Championship with partner, and personal friend, Typhoon. His professional wrestling career also encompassed runs in World Championship Wrestling, where he was known as Avalanche and The Shark, All Japan Pro Wrestling and a return to WWF as Golga. Tenta died in 2006 after a lengthy battle with cancer. Tenta retired from wrestling in 2004 after it was revealed that he had developed bladder cancer and was told he was given a 20% chance to live, assuming he continued with his chemotherapy treatments. During his November 18, 2005 interview on WrestleCrap Radio, Tenta announced that a recent radiation dosage did not go as planned, and had no effect on the tumor. He also announced that multiple tumors had spread to his lungs. The first public notice of Tenta's death was posted on WWE.com on June 7, 2006. On the June 9, 2006, edition of SmackDown, and the June 12, 2006, edition of Raw, WWE showed a bumper that read "RIP 'Earthquake' John Tenta" before each show began. Other media John Tenta's professional wrestling career garnered him appearances in several video games. In 1991, Tenta as Earthquake was portrayed as a feature character in Technos' popular arcade video game WWF WrestleFest. He was also included in the 1992 home video game WWF Super WrestleMania by LJN for the Super Nintendo Entertainment System (he wasn't in the Sega Genesis version). In 2004, the Japanese video game developer Spike released King of Colosseum II, a puroresu-wrestling game for PlayStation 2 that featured Tenta as a playable character; it was a Japan-only release. On April 14, 2009, Tenta was announced as downloadable content for WWE SmackDown vs. Raw 2009 which was released April 16, 2009. On February 23, 2016, he along with Typhoon appeared as downloadable content for WWE 2K16. He also appeared in WWE 2K17 as well as WWE 2K18 along with Typhoon.

  • Title: John Tenta Jr.
  • Popularity: 1.591
  • Known For: Acting
  • Birthday: 1963-06-22
  • Place of Birth: Surrey, British Columbia, Canada
  • Homepage:
  • Also Known As: John Tenta, Avalanche, The Canadian Earthquake, Earthquake, Earthquake Evans, The Gargoyle, Golga, Kototenta, The Shark
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John Tenta Jr. Movies

  • 1995
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    WCW Clash of the Champions XXX

    WCW Clash of the Champions XXX

    1 1995 HD

    Clash of the Champions XXX took place on January 25, 1995 in Paradise, Nevada from Caesars Palace.

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  • 1993
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    WWE Grudges, Gripes & Grunts

    WWE Grudges, Gripes & Grunts

    1 1993 HD

    The Most Gruesome Grudge Matches of All Time!

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  • 1992
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    3rd Annual Battle of the WWE Superstars

    3rd Annual Battle of the WWE Superstars

    10 1992 HD

    An All-Star salute to the greatest wrestlers of WWE!

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  • 1994
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    WWE Paul Bearer's Hits from the Crypt

    WWE Paul Bearer's Hits from the Crypt

    1 1994 HD

    Join the ghastly Paul Bearer for a chilling journey through some Hits from the Crypt. From Earthquake going one-on-one with Adam Bomb, to The...

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  • 1991
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    WWE WrestleFest '91

    WWE WrestleFest '91

    1 1991 HD

    Macho Man Randy Savage hosts this explosive WWE extravaganza...his first Coliseum assignment since his retirement!

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  • 1990
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    WWE WrestleFest '90

    WWE WrestleFest '90

    1 1990 HD

    Bringing you the best of WWE, WrestleFest '90 explodes with action!

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  • 1993
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    WWE Wrestling Grudge Matches

    WWE Wrestling Grudge Matches

    1 1993 HD

    See the greatest World Wrestling Federation Superstars against their most hated rivals!

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  • 1992
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    WWE WrestleFest '92

    WWE WrestleFest '92

    1 1992 HD

    While "Mean" Gene Okerlund and Bobby "The Brain" Heenan face off in a spirited game of tennis, the WWE Universe is treated to an exciting lineup of...

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  • 1992
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    WWE Crunch Classic

    WWE Crunch Classic

    1 1992 HD

    Join "Rowdy" Roddy Piper for a collection of incredible matches, as The Hot Rod hosts WWE's Crunch Classic. In this exclusive presentation, witness...

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  • 1991
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    WWE SuperTape vol. 3

    WWE SuperTape vol. 3

    10 1991 HD

    Take flight with Sean Mooney and "Lord" Alfred Hayes on a journey through some exciting in-ring action. From The Ultimate Warrior teaming with The...

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  • 1993
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    WWF Smack 'Em, Whack 'Em

    WWF Smack 'Em, Whack 'Em

    1 1993 HD

    Join "Lord" Alfred Hayes for an exclusive look at several rarely seen battles, including Bret Hart challenging Ric Flair for the WWF Championship....

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  • 1991
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    WWE SuperTape vol. 4

    WWE SuperTape vol. 4

    1 1991 HD

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  • 1992
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    WWF SuperTape '92

    WWF SuperTape '92

    1 1992 HD

    SuperTape '92 features every match from This Tuesday in Texas, including the rematch between Hulk Hogan and The Undertaker for the coveted WWF...

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  • 1993
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    WWF Bashed in the USA

    WWF Bashed in the USA

    1 1993 HD

    While Mr. Perfect goes on search for the 'perfect' stamp, enjoy some exciting matches filmed exclusively for the WWE Universe, including Virgil...

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  • 1991
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    WWE Mega Matches

    WWE Mega Matches

    1 1991 HD

    Get ready for big action and excitement as Sean Mooney takes the WWE Universe on a journey through WWE Mega Matches. From Hulk Hogan going one-on-one...

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  • 1993
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    WWE Invasion of the Bodyslammers

    WWE Invasion of the Bodyslammers

    1 1993 HD

    While Slick teaches Kamala a lesson in bowling, Lord Alfred Hayes takes the WWE Universe on a journey to witness some exciting and exclusive matches...

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  • 1991
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    WWE World Tour 1991

    WWE World Tour 1991

    1 1991 HD

    Join host "Lord" Alfred Hayes for an out-of-this-world presentation of unforgettable action from various locations all over the globe. From a battle...

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  • 1992
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    WWE World Tour 1992

    WWE World Tour 1992

    1 1992 HD

    Join "Lord" Alfred Hayes in London, England, for an exciting look at some incredible matches. From High Energy taking on The Beverly Brothers to...

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  • 1991
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    WWE WrestleMania VII

    WWE WrestleMania VII

    7.3 1991 HD

    Hulk Hogan plays by new rules as he tries to liberate the WWE Championship from the clutches of the traitorous Sgt. Slaughter. The WWE isn't big...

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  • 1991
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    WWE Royal Rumble 1991

    WWE Royal Rumble 1991

    7.8 1991 HD

    The 1991 WWE Royal Rumble was the third annual Royal Rumble professional wrestling pay-per-view event produced by the World Wrestling Federation, and...

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  • 1999
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    WWE Royal Rumble 1999

    WWE Royal Rumble 1999

    6 1999 HD

    Thirty Superstars compete in the annual Royal Rumble Match with the winner advancing to WrestleMania XV for a chance at the WWE Championship. The...

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  • 1996
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    WCW Bash at the Beach 1996

    WCW Bash at the Beach 1996

    8.5 1996 HD

    "Macho Man" Randy Savage, Sting, and Lex Luger face The Outsiders and a mystery partner in the main event. Ric Flair battles Konnan for the WCW...

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  • 1990
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    WWE WrestleMania VI

    WWE WrestleMania VI

    8.381 1990 HD

    More than 65,000 fans pack the Toronto SkyDome to witness The Ultimate Challenge as The Ultimate Warrior faces Hulk Hogan with both the WWE...

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  • 1992
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    WWE Survivor Series 1992

    WWE Survivor Series 1992

    8.4 1992 HD

    The 1992 WWE Survivor Series was the sixth annual Survivor Series. It took place on November 25, 1992 at the Richfield Coliseum in Richfield, Ohio. ...

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  • 1991
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    WWE SummerSlam 1991

    WWE SummerSlam 1991

    7.8 1991 HD

    WWE SummerSlam '91 was the fourth annual SummerSlam. It took place on August 26, 1991 at Madison Square Garden in New York, New York. it is...

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  • 1990
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    WWE Survivor Series 1990

    WWE Survivor Series 1990

    8.2 1990 HD

    Survivor Series (1990) was the fourth annual Survivor Series pay-per-view professional wrestling event produced by the World Wrestling Federation...

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  • 1990
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    WWE SummerSlam 1990

    WWE SummerSlam 1990

    6.3 1990 HD

    WWE SummerSlam '90 was the third annual SummerSlam professional wrestling pay-per-view produced by The World Wrestling Federation. It took place on...

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  • 1998
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    WWE Rock Bottom: In Your House

    WWE Rock Bottom: In Your House

    7.6 1998 HD

    The Rock defends his WWE Championship against Mankind. Stone Cold Steve Austin faces The Undertaker in a Buried Alive Match with the winner gaining a...

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  • 1998
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    WWE SummerSlam 1998

    WWE SummerSlam 1998

    9 1998 HD

    Stone Cold Steve Austin defends the WWE Championship against The Undertaker. Edge & Sable face "Marvelous" Marc Mero & Jacqueline in a Mixed Tag Team...

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  • 1994
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    WCW Starrcade 1994

    WCW Starrcade 1994

    1 1994 HD

    Starrcade '94: Triple Threat took place on December 27, 1994 from the Nashville Municipal Auditorium in Nashville, Tennessee. The main event featured...

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  • 1995
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    WCW SuperBrawl V

    WCW SuperBrawl V

    1 1995 HD

    Hulk Hogan squares off against Vader for the WCW World Heavyweight Championship. Sting & "The Macho Man" Randy Savage battle Avalanche & Big Bubba...

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  • 1995
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    WCW Uncensored 1995

    WCW Uncensored 1995

    2 1995 HD

    Hulk Hogan and Big Van Vader go to war in a Leather Strap Match. "The Natural" Dustin Rhodes battles The Blacktop Bully on a moving 18-Wheeler in a...

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  • 1995
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    WCW Fall Brawl 1995

    WCW Fall Brawl 1995

    7 1995 HD

    The Hulkamaniacs battle The Dungeon of Doom in a WarGames Match. "Nature Boy" Ric Flair takes on "The Enforcer" Arn Anderson. Harlem Heat collides...

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  • 2006
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    WWE: Hulk Hogan: The Ultimate Anthology

    WWE: Hulk Hogan: The Ultimate Anthology

    7.375 2006 HD

    The best and most memorable matches from Hulk Hogan's career.

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  • 1990
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    WWE Royal Rumble 1990

    WWE Royal Rumble 1990

    6.6 1990 HD

    Royal Rumble (1990) was the third annual Royal Rumble professional wrestling pay-per-view event produced by the World Wrestling Federation. It took...

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  • 1996
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    WCW The Great American Bash 1996

    WCW The Great American Bash 1996

    1 1996 HD

    The Giant defends the WCW World Heavyweight Championship against Lex Luger. Ric Flair & Arn Anderson battle football greats Kevin Greene & Steve...

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  • 2001
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    WWE WrestleMania X-Seven

    WWE WrestleMania X-Seven

    8.711 2001 HD

    WrestleMania X-Seven was the seventeenth annual WrestleMania PPV and was presented by Snickers Cruncher. It took place on April 1, 2001 at the...

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  • 1993
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    WWF: WrestleFest '93

    WWF: WrestleFest '93

    1 1993 HD

    Wrestling Matches From 1993

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  • 1994
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    WCW Halloween Havoc 1994

    WCW Halloween Havoc 1994

    1 1994 HD

    Halloween Havoc 1994 took place on October 23, 1994 from the Joe Louis Arena in Detroit, Michigan. The main event was a Steel Cage career vs. career...

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  • 2014
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    WWE: Attitude Era: Vol. 2

    WWE: Attitude Era: Vol. 2

    9 2014 HD

    What does everybody want? Head to the nearest man cave, give your boss a Stone Cold salute and spend the next six hours watching The Attitude Era...

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  • 1989
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    WWE Survivor Series 1989

    WWE Survivor Series 1989

    7.9 1989 HD

    The 1989 WWE Survivor Series was the third annual Survivor Series professional wrestling pay-per-view event produced by the World Wrestling...

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  • 1990
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    WWE The Ultimate Challenge Special: The March to WrestleMania VI

    WWE The Ultimate Challenge Special: The March to WrestleMania VI

    1 1990 HD

    Join your hosts Gorilla Monsoon & Bobby "The Brain" Heenan from the CN Tower in Toronto as they take you down the road to WrestleMania!

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  • 1990
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    WWE Survivor Series Showdown '90

    WWE Survivor Series Showdown '90

    4 1990 HD

    The Superstars of The World Wrestling Federation battle it out in the lead up the the Thanksgiving night tradition, Survivor Series!

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  • 1990
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    WWE SummerSlam Fever

    WWE SummerSlam Fever

    1 1990 HD

    The Summer heats up as the Superstars of WWE hit the ring for some rope-meltingly hot action in the lead up to WWE SummerSlam '90!

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  • 1990
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    WWE The Main Event III

    WWE The Main Event III

    1 1990 HD

    Heavyweight Boxing Champion James "Buster" Douglas tries to maintain order when "The Macho King" Randy Savage attempts to take back The WWE...

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  • 1991
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    WWE The Main Event V

    WWE The Main Event V

    1 1991 HD

    A huge tag team tug-of-war pits Hulk Hogan and his pal Tugboat against "The Natural Disaster" Earthquake and his cohort Dino Bravo on January 28,...

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  • 1991
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    WWE U.K. Rampage 1991

    WWE U.K. Rampage 1991

    6 1991 HD

    The superstars of The World Wrestling Federation make their annual trek across the pond for WWE U.K. Rampage '91 from London, England!

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  • 1995
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    WCW World War 3 1995

    WCW World War 3 1995

    1 1995 HD

    Sixty men fill three rings for one gigantic Battle Royal for the vacant WCW World Heavyweight Championship. Participants include Lex Luger, "Diamond"...

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  • 1992
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    WWE SummerSlam 1992

    WWE SummerSlam 1992

    8.1 1992 HD

    SummerSlam (1992) was the fifth annual SummerSlam. It took place on August 29, 1992 at Wembley Stadium, London, England but was aired in the United...

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  • 1992
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    WWE Survivor Series Showdown 1992

    WWE Survivor Series Showdown 1992

    1 1992 HD

    The 1992 edition of Survivor Series Showdown aired on the USA Network on November 22, 1992 (taped October 26, 1992) from the Prairie Capital...

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  • 1991
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    WWE SummerSlam Spectacular '91

    WWE SummerSlam Spectacular '91

    1 1991 HD

    The Superstars of WWE get ready for The Match Made in Heaven/The Match Made in Hell with some red-hot in-ring action!

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  • 1991
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    WWE Survivor Series Showdown 1991

    WWE Survivor Series Showdown 1991

    1 1991 HD

    With The WWE's annual Thanksgiving tradition right around the corner, top WWE Superstars battle it out as the strive to survive!

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  • 1991
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    WWE Survivor Series 1991

    WWE Survivor Series 1991

    7.8 1991 HD

    WWF Survivor Series 1991 is an American wrestling event within part of the World Wrestling Federation or (WWF). It took place on Thanksgiving Eve,...

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  • 1996
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    WAR Ryogoku Crush Night

    WAR Ryogoku Crush Night

    1 1996 HD

    Wrestle Association-R's Ryogoku Crush Night features stars from multiple promotions across the globe in a night of action-packed professional...

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  • 1991
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    WWE Battle Royal at the Albert Hall

    WWE Battle Royal at the Albert Hall

    6 1991 HD

    Twenty man over the top rope Battle Royal featuring: The Barbarian, Big Boss Man, Jim Duggan, Earthquake, Ric Flair, Hercules, Marty Jannetty, Brian...

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  • 1992
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    WWE Royal Rumble 1992

    WWE Royal Rumble 1992

    7.1 1992 HD

    The 1992 WWE Royal Rumble was the fifth annual Royal Rumble. It took place on January 19, 1992 at The Knickerbocker Arena in Albany, New York. The...

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  • 1993
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    WWE Royal Rumble 1993

    WWE Royal Rumble 1993

    7.9 1993 HD

    Royal Rumble (1993) was the sixth annual Royal Rumble. It took place on January 24, 1993 at the ARCO Arena in Sacramento, California. The main event...

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  • 1992
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    WWE WrestleMania VIII

    WWE WrestleMania VIII

    8.139 1992 HD

    WWE WrestleMania VIII was the eighth annual WrestleMania. It took place on April 5, 1992 at the Hoosier Dome in Indianapolis, Indiana. The only...

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  • 1992
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    WWE March to WrestleMania VIII

    WWE March to WrestleMania VIII

    1 1992 HD

    The Road to WrestleMania runs through Biloxi as top WWE Superstars vie for position and honor before the showcase of the immortals!

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  • 1994
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    WWE WrestleMania X

    WWE WrestleMania X

    7.9 1994 HD

    WrestleMania returns to the World's Most Famous Arena, Madison Square Garden! The WWE Championship is up for grabs as Yokozuna defends against Lex...

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  • 1994
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    WWF March to WrestleMania X

    WWF March to WrestleMania X

    1 1994 HD

    The biggest stars in sports entertainment are in action on the March to WrestleMania X! This USA Special aired on March 13th, 1994 one week prior to...

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  • 1994
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    WCW Clash of The Champions XXIX

    WCW Clash of The Champions XXIX

    1 1994 HD

    WCW Clash of The Champions XXIX features a huge Six-Man Tag Team Main Event pitting Hulk Hogan, Sting & Dave Sullivan against The Faces of Fear: The...

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  • 1995
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    WCW Clash of The Champions XXX

    WCW Clash of The Champions XXX

    1 1995 HD

    WCW World Heavyweight Champion Hulk Hogan teams with "The Macho Man" Randy Savage to reform The Mega Powers and battle The Dungeon of Doom; Kevin...

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  • 1993
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    WWE Raw

    WWE Raw

    6.7 1993 HD

    A regularly scheduled, live, year-round program featuring some of the biggest WWE Superstars.

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  • 1986
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    WWF Wrestling Challenge

    WWF Wrestling Challenge

    6.8 1986 HD

    WWF Wrestling Challenge was a professional wrestling television program produced by the World Wrestling Federation. It was syndicated weekly and...

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  • 1986
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    WWF Wrestling Challenge

    WWF Wrestling Challenge

    6.8 1986 HD

    WWF Wrestling Challenge was a professional wrestling television program produced by the World Wrestling Federation. It was syndicated weekly and...

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  • 1993
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    WWE Raw

    WWE Raw

    6.7 1993 HD

    A regularly scheduled, live, year-round program featuring some of the biggest WWE Superstars.

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  • 1993
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    WWE Raw

    WWE Raw

    6.7 1993 HD

    A regularly scheduled, live, year-round program featuring some of the biggest WWE Superstars.

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  • 1993
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    WWE Raw

    WWE Raw

    6.7 1993 HD

    A regularly scheduled, live, year-round program featuring some of the biggest WWE Superstars.

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  • 1998
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    WWE Heat

    WWE Heat

    5 1998 HD

    WWE Heat is a professional wrestling television program that was produced by World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE).

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  • 1995
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    WCW Monday Nitro

    WCW Monday Nitro

    8.4 1995 HD

    WCW Monday Nitro was a weekly professional wrestling telecast produced by World Championship Wrestling, created by Ted Turner and Eric Bischoff. The...

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