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WWE Friday Night SmackDown
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Status
Returning Series
Network
FOX, USA Network, UPN, The CW, Syfy, MyNetworkTV
Audience Rating
7.4 / 10
Rating Votes
195
Origin
US
Last Air Date
Oct 30, 2026
Production
In Production
Current Season
Season 28
Next scheduled episode
Nov 6, 2026
S28E45 · November 6, 2026
Series overview and metadata
The superstars of World Wrestling Entertainment's "SmackDown" brand collide each and every Friday on WWE Friday Night SmackDown.
- First aired
- Apr 29, 1999
- Status
- Returning Series
- Network
- FOX, USA Network, UPN, The CW, Syfy, MyNetworkTV
- Seasons
- 28
Previous season schedules
Season 1 · 20 episodes
Season 2 · 52 episodes
Season 3 · 52 episodes
Season 4 · 52 episodes
Season 5 · 52 episodes
Season 6 · 53 episodes
Season 7 · 53 episodes
Season 8 · 52 episodes
Season 9 · 52 episodes
Season 10 · 52 episodes
Season 11 · 52 episodes
Season 12 · 53 episodes
Season 13 · 52 episodes
Season 14 · 52 episodes
Season 15 · 52 episodes
Season 16 · 52 episodes
Season 17 · 53 episodes
Season 18 · 52 episodes
Season 19 · 52 episodes
Season 20 · 52 episodes
Season 21 · 52 episodes
Season 22 · 52 episodes
Season 23 · 53 episodes
Season 24 · 52 episodes
Season 25 · 52 episodes
Season 26 · 52 episodes
Season 27 · 52 episodes
Episode Intelligence
Season 28 Episode Timeline
52 episodes
Episode Intelligence
Season 28 Episode Timeline
S28E01January 2, 2026Jan 2, 2026
Runtime: 2h 10m
An Eight-Woman Tag Team Match features Charlotte Flair, Alexa Bliss, Rhea Ripley and IYO SKY taking on The Kabuki Warriors, Nia Jax and Lash Legend.
S28E02January 9, 2026Jan 9, 2026
Runtime: 2h 10m
Rating: 6.0 / 10
Drew McIntyre became the new Undisputed WWE Champion by outlasting Cody Rhodes in an epic Three Stages of Hell Match after Jacob Fatu returned and attacked each Superstar
S28E03January 16, 2026Jan 16, 2026
Runtime: 2h 10m
Rating: 4.0 / 10
Qualifying Matches begin in London to decide who will fight at Saturday Night's Main Event to earn an Undisputed WWE Title Match at Royal Rumble.
S28E04January 23, 2026Jan 23, 2026
Runtime: 2h 10m
Montreal hosts a Triple Threat Match to decide the new No. 1 Contenders to the WWE Women's Tag Team Title. The Wyatt Sicks duel The MFTs.
S28E05January 30, 2026Jan 30, 2026
Runtime: 2h 10m
After Undisputed WWE Champion Drew McIntyre interfered to end the match between Cody Rhodes, Randy Orton, Sami Zayn and World Tag Team Champion Jey Uso against The Vision, chaos erupted as Jacob Fatu emerged to attack McIntyre while the rest of the Superstars brawled in a preview of the Royal Rumble Plus, Gunther confronted AJ Styles, Charlotte Flair and Alexa Bliss took down Liv Morgan and Roxanne Perez and much more
S28E06February 6, 2026Feb 6, 2026
Runtime: 2h 6m
Following a historic Royal Rumble, the Superstars of SmackDown begin The Road to WrestleMania 42 with a big night in Charlotte, N.C.
S28E07February 13, 2026Feb 13, 2026
Runtime: 2h 5m
Jade Cargill defends the WWE Women's Championship against SmackDown newcomer Jordynne Grace. Elimination Chamber Qualifying Matches continue.
S28E08February 20, 2026Feb 20, 2026
Runtime: 2h 4m
Qualifying Matches resume with Damian Priest, Carmelo Hayes and Trick Williams vying for a spot in the Men's Elimination Chamber Match.
S28E09February 27, 2026Feb 27, 2026
Runtime: 1h 59m
The Irresistible Forces set their sights on RHIYO and the WWE Women's Tag Team Championship. Uncle Howdy tangles in the ring with Solo Sikoa.
S28E10March 6, 2026Mar 6, 2026
Runtime: 2h 12m
Rating: 4.0 / 10
A rematch between Cody Rhodes and Drew McIntyre for the Undisputed WWE Championship threatens to shake up The Road to WrestleMania 42.
S28E11March 13, 2026Mar 13, 2026
Runtime: 2h 3m
Undisputed WWE Champion Cody Rhodes and Randy Orton sign the contract for their title fight at WrestleMania 42. Michin seeks payback on Jade Cargill.
S28E12March 20, 2026Mar 20, 2026
Runtime: 2h 4m
Drew McIntyre's recent ambush lands him in a showdown with Jacob Fatu. The Bella Twins aim for championship gold against The Irresistible Forces.
S28E13March 27, 2026Mar 27, 2026
Runtime: 2h 1m
Giulia defends the Women's U.S. Championship against Tiffany Stratton. Jelly Roll and Kit Wilson escalate their war of words into a one-on-one match.
S28E14April 3, 2026Apr 3, 2026
Runtime: 2h 5m
Randy Orton prepares to meet a mystery guest as The Road to WrestleMania 42 stops in his hometown of St. Louis
S28E15April 10, 2026Apr 10, 2026
Runtime: 2h 6m
Pat McAfee continues to shake up the Undisputed WWE Title picture as he reappears on The Road to Wrestlemania 42 in San Jose, Calif.
S28E16April 17, 2026Apr 17, 2026
Runtime: 2h 14m
The annual Andre the Giant Battle Royal ensues on the eve of WrestleMania 42 in Las Vegas. The Wyatt Sicks battle the MFTs in an Eight-Man Street Fight.
S28E17April 24, 2026Apr 24, 2026
Runtime: 2h 8m
The Superstars of SmackDown touch down in Texas to face the consequences of a historic Wrestlemania 42 weekend.
S28E18May 1, 2026May 1, 2026
Runtime: 2h 4m
Charlotte Flair sets her sights on Jacy Jayne of Fatal Influence. Ricky Saints makes his SmackDown debut.
S28E19May 8, 2026May 8, 2026
Runtime: 2h 4m
Rhea Ripley joins a wary Charlotte Flair & Alexa Bliss to battle Fatal Influence. Tiffany Stratton defends the Women's U.S. Title against Kiana James.
S28E20May 15, 2026May 15, 2026
Runtime: 2h 3m
Gunther considers moving to SmackDown to continue his pursuit of Cody Rhodes. Trick Williams brings the U.S. Title home to South Carolina.
S28E21May 22, 2026May 22, 2026
Runtime: 2h 4m
Rating: 5.0 / 10
After being attacked by Talla Tonga, Shinsuke Nakamura gets the opportunity to retaliate when they meet one-on-one.
S28E22May 29, 2026May 29, 2026
Runtime: 2h 4m
Axiom arrives in Barcelona for a homecoming showdown against The Miz. Clash in Italy fast approaches.
S28E23June 5, 2026Jun 5, 2026
Runtime: 2h 4m
King and Queen of the Ring Qualifiers resume in Bologna, Italy. The fallout from WWE Clash in Italy continues to ripple through SmackDown.
S28E24June 12, 2026Jun 12, 2026
Runtime: 2h 6m
The first round of the King and Queen of the ring Tournament concludes. Gunther lays out the terms for his rematch against Cody Rhodes.
S28E25June 19, 2026Jun 19, 2026
Runtime: 2h 5m
Cody Rhodes and Gunther meet again in an Undisputed WWE Title rematch with Sami Zayn as special guest referee. The Queen of the Ring Semifinals begin.
S28E26June 26, 2026Jun 26, 2026
Runtime: 2h 3m
Cody Rhodes, Gunther and Sami Zayn cross paths on the eve of their Night of Champions showdown. Former friends Giulia and Kiana James collide.
S28E27July 3, 2026Jul 3, 2026
Runtime: 1h 23m
After defeating Cody Rhodes and Gunther at Night of Champions, Sami Zayn begins his inaugural reign as Undisputed WWE Champion.
S28E28July 10, 2026Jul 10, 2026
Runtime: 1h 22m
Finn Bálor seeks payback against Tama Tonga following a backstage attack. Trick Williams and Carmelo Hayes reignite their rivalry.
S28E29July 17, 2026Jul 17, 2026
Runtime: 2h
A Saturday Night's Main Event of epic proportions looms over the Superstars of SmackDown as they arrive in Albany, New York.
S28E30July 24, 2026Jul 24, 2026
Runtime: 1h 17m
Nia Jax seeks payback and opportunity in a showdown against Charlotte Flair with a spot in the SummerSlam Ladder Match on the line.
S28E31July 31, 2026Jul 31, 2026
Runtime: 2h
On the eve of SummerSlam, Giulia and Lash Legend compete for the last spot in the Interim WWE Women's Championship Ladder Match.
S28E32August 7, 2026Aug 7, 2026
Runtime: 1h 42m
The Superstars of SmackDown navigate the aftermath of SummerSlam. Charlotte Flair and Jade Cargill escalate their rivalry into a one-on-one showdown.
S28E33August 14, 2026Aug 14, 2026
Runtime: 2h
Carmelo Hayes comes home to Boston for a U.S. Title fight against reigning champion Baron Corbin. Jacy Jayne challenges Tiffany Stratton.
S28E34August 21, 2026Aug 21, 2026
Runtime: 2h 1m
In a showdown two decades in the making, CM Punk and Kevin Owens collide for the Undisputed WWE Championship in Toronto.
S28E35August 28, 2026Aug 28, 2026
Runtime: 1h 19m
CM Punk and Kevin Owens reckon with the brutal ending of their Undisputed WWE Title Match. Tatum Paxley battles Michin in her Smackdown in-ring debut.
S28E36September 4, 2026Sep 4, 2026
Runtime: 1h 21m
The Undisputed WWE Title picture is in chaos after Sami Zayn's rampage. Cody Rhodes addresses Randy Orton before Sunday Night's Main Event.
S28E37September 11, 2026Sep 11, 2026
Runtime: 2h
CM Punk puts the Undisputed WWE Title on the line against a desperate Sami Zayn in Mexico City. Nia Jax challenges WWE Women's Champion Chelsea Green.
S28E38September 18, 2026Sep 18, 2026
Runtime: 1h 24m
Money in the Bank Qualifying Matches continue. Cody Rhodes sits down with Michael Cole for an exclusive interview to discuss Randy Orton and more.
S28E39September 25, 2026Sep 25, 2026
Runtime: 2h
Men's and Women's Money in the Bank Qualifying Matches resume with CM Punk, Finn Bálor and Gunther joining the fray.
S28E40October 2, 2026Oct 2, 2026
Runtime: 2h
Cody Rhodes, Kevin Owens and Johnny Gargano fight in a Triple Threat Match for the final spot in the upcoming Men's Money in the Bank Ladder Match.
S28E41October 9, 2026Oct 9, 2026
Runtime: 2h
CM Punk makes his intentions known on the eve of WWE Money in the Bank. Charlotte Flair & Tatum Paxley clash with Fallon Henley & Lainey Reid.
S28E42October 16, 2026Oct 16, 2026
Runtime: 2h
Cody Rhodes gets his wish to come face-to-face with Randy Orton. R-Truth collides with former tag team partner Damian Priest.
S28E43October 23, 2026Oct 23, 2026
Runtime: 2h
Alexa Bliss & Tatum Paxley defend the WWE Women's Tag Team Title against Michin & B-Fab. Giulia battles Blake Monroe in a Street Fight.
S28E44October 30, 2026Oct 30, 2026
Runtime: 2h
Sami Zayn puts the Undisputed WWE Title on the line against Trick Williams. Chelsea Green defends the WWE Women's Title against Nikki Bella.
S28E45November 6, 2026Nov 6, 2026
S28E46November 13, 2026Nov 13, 2026
S28E47November 20, 2026Nov 20, 2026
S28E48November 27, 2026Nov 27, 2026
S28E49December 4, 2026Dec 4, 2026
S28E50December 11, 2026Dec 11, 2026
S28E51December 18, 2026Dec 18, 2026
S28E52December 25, 2026Dec 25, 2026
Cast & creators
Release Intelligence
Episode Status
Most recently aired and next scheduled episodes.
Last Episode
Air Date
Oct 30, 2026
October 30, 2026
Runtime
2h
Audience Rating
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Votes
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Sami Zayn puts the Undisputed WWE Title on the line against Trick Williams. Chelsea Green defends the WWE Women's Title against Nikki Bella.
Next Episode
Air Date
Nov 6, 2026
November 6, 2026
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Full series release history
Season history
Season 28Latest
Jan 2, 2026 · 52 episodes
Season 27
Jan 3, 2025 · 52 episodes
Season 26
Jan 3, 2024 · 52 episodes
Season 25
Jan 6, 2023 · 52 episodes
Season 24
Jan 7, 2022 · 52 episodes
Season 23
Jan 1, 2021 · 53 episodes
Season 22
Jan 3, 2020 · 52 episodes
Season 21
Jan 1, 2019 · 52 episodes
Season 20
Jan 2, 2018 · 52 episodes
Season 19
Jan 3, 2017 · 52 episodes
Season 18
Jan 7, 2016 · 52 episodes
Season 17
Jan 2, 2015 · 53 episodes
Season 16
Jan 3, 2014 · 52 episodes
Season 15
Jan 4, 2013 · 52 episodes
Season 14
Jan 6, 2012 · 52 episodes
Season 13
Jan 7, 2011 · 52 episodes
Season 12
Jan 1, 2010 · 53 episodes
Season 11
Jan 2, 2009 · 52 episodes
Season 10
Jan 4, 2008 · 52 episodes
Season 9
Jan 5, 2007 · 52 episodes
Season 8
Jan 6, 2006 · 52 episodes
Season 7
Jan 6, 2005 · 53 episodes
Season 6
Jan 1, 2004 · 53 episodes
Season 5
Jan 2, 2003 · 52 episodes
Season 4
Jan 3, 2002 · 52 episodes
Season 3
Jan 4, 2001 · 52 episodes
Season 2
Jan 6, 2000 · 52 episodes
Season 1
Apr 29, 1999 · 20 episodes
Full series release history
Season history
Season 28Latest
Jan 2, 2026 · 52 episodes
Season 27
Jan 3, 2025 · 52 episodes
Season 26
Jan 3, 2024 · 52 episodes
Season 25
Jan 6, 2023 · 52 episodes
Season 24
Jan 7, 2022 · 52 episodes
Season 23
Jan 1, 2021 · 53 episodes
Season 22
Jan 3, 2020 · 52 episodes
Season 21
Jan 1, 2019 · 52 episodes
Season 20
Jan 2, 2018 · 52 episodes
Season 19
Jan 3, 2017 · 52 episodes
Season 18
Jan 7, 2016 · 52 episodes
Season 17
Jan 2, 2015 · 53 episodes
Season 16
Jan 3, 2014 · 52 episodes
Season 15
Jan 4, 2013 · 52 episodes
Season 14
Jan 6, 2012 · 52 episodes
Season 13
Jan 7, 2011 · 52 episodes
Season 12
Jan 1, 2010 · 53 episodes
Season 11
Jan 2, 2009 · 52 episodes
Season 10
Jan 4, 2008 · 52 episodes
Season 9
Jan 5, 2007 · 52 episodes
Season 8
Jan 6, 2006 · 52 episodes
Season 7
Jan 6, 2005 · 53 episodes
Season 6
Jan 1, 2004 · 53 episodes
Season 5
Jan 2, 2003 · 52 episodes
Season 4
Jan 3, 2002 · 52 episodes
Season 3
Jan 4, 2001 · 52 episodes
Season 2
Jan 6, 2000 · 52 episodes
Season 1
Apr 29, 1999 · 20 episodes
