NWA World Championship Wrestling - Season 3

First aired: 1/3/1987 49 episodes

WCW's World Championship Wrestling is the gold standard of 1980s sports-entertainment television. This season features a venerable who's who of WWE Hall of Famers including the The Four Horsemen and many more.

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Episodes

1. World Championship Wrestling - Jan. 03, 1987

Aired: 1/3/1987

On this edition of World Championship Wrestling the stars of the NWA are in action. Ivan Koloff introduces his new Russian monster, Vladimir Petrov. Plus The Rock 'n 'Roll Express, Nikita Koloff, The Road Warriors, The Midnight Express and much more.

2. World Championship Wrestling - Jan. 10, 1987

Aired: 1/10/1987

On this edition of World Championship Wrestling the stars of the NWA are in action. Nikita Koloff is not impressed with Ivan and his new monster, Vladimir Petrov. Barry Windham and Ron Garvin take on the Mulkey Brothers. Plus, The Road Warriors, The Rock 'n' Roll Express, Tully Blanchard, Bill Dundee and many more.

3. World Championship Wrestling - Jan 17, 1987

Aired: 1/17/1987

On this edition of World Championship Wrestling Dusty Rhodes has strong words for the Russians and Lex Luger makes his debut.

4. World Championship Wrestling - Jan 24, 1987

Aired: 1/24/1987

On this edition of World Championship Wrestling the stars of the NWA are in action. Lex Luger makes his desire to be a Four Horsemen clear.

5. World Championship Wrestling - Jan 31, 1987

Aired: 1/31/1987

On this World Championship Wrestling Tully Blanchard defends the World TV Title and Lex Luger strengthens his bonds to the Horsemen.

6. World Championship Wrestling - Feb. 07, 1987

Aired: 2/7/1987

The NWA takes you across the country on Supertowns on the Superstation. Exclusive matches include Dusty Rhodes taking on Tully Blanchard, Barry Windham facing Arn Anderson, and Ric Flair defending the World Heavyweight Championship against Nikita Koloff. Plus, The Midnight Express and The Road Warriors in a Scaffold Match and much more.

7. World Championship Wrestling - Feb. 14, 1987

Aired: 2/14/1987

On this edition of World Championship Wrestling the stars of the NWA are in action. The fall out from Dick Murdoch treacherous attack on Nikita Koloff. Plus Jimmy Valiant, The Midnight Express, Kansas Jayhawks, Lex Luger and much more.

8. World Championship Wrestling - Feb 21, 1987

Aired: 2/21/1987

On this edition of World Championship Wrestling The Four Horsemen team up in the main event as a show of unity and dominance.

9. World Championship Wrestling - Feb. 28, 1987

Aired: 2/28/1987

On this edition of World Championship Wrestling the stars of the NWA are in action. Tensions between The Four Horsemen reach a boiling point, when an original member makes a bold stand. Plus Nikita Koloff, Barry Windham, Bobby Eaton and much more.

10. World Championship Wrestling - Mar 07, 1987

Aired: 3/7/1987

On this edition of World Championship Wrestling Ole Anderson's status as a Four Horsemen is in question. Denny Brown and more.

11. World Championship Wrestling - Mar. 14, 1987

Aired: 3/14/1987

The Four Horsemen embrace the old adage "out with the old, in with the new" when J.J. Dillon introduces the newest member of the elite group. Mike Rotundo returns to the NWA, Jim Corrnette taunts the Garvin brothers. Plus, Rock 'n' Roll Express, Lazor-Tron, Midnight Express, Barbarian, and much more.

12. World Championship Wrestling - Mar 21, 1987

Aired: 3/21/1987

The Four Horsemen move forward without Ole Anderson as the new addition of Lex Luger partners with Arn Anderson for tag team action.

13. World Championship Wrestling - Mar. 28, 1987

Aired: 3/28/1987

On this exciting edition of World Championship Wrestling, the build for the Jim Crockett Sr., Memorial Cup continues to build as several team make their stake in the tournament. Plus, Arn Anderson battles Tim Horner, The Rock 'n' Roll Express in tag team action, Mulkey-Mania runs wild and much more!

14. World Championship Wrestling - Apr. 04, 1987

Aired: 4/4/1987

While several tag team combinations prepare for the Jim Crockett Sr. Memorial Cup, Jim Cornette decides to upgrade his Midnight Express by introducing a new and more youthful replacement for the team's weak link. Plus, Tully Blanchard calls out Ole Anderson, Big Bubba Rogers in action, and much more.

15. World Championship Wrestling - Apr. 11, 1987

Aired: 4/11/1987

On this edition of World Championship Wrestling, Ric Flair's persistent advances to acquire Precious end up causing problems for The Nature Boy while Gorgeous Jimmy Garvin sets his sights on attaining his World Heavyweight Championship. Plus, The Four Horsemen continue to threaten Ole Anderson, Tim Horner in action, and more!

16. World Championship Wrestling - Apr. 18, 1987

Aired: 4/18/1987

On this edition of World Championship Wrestling, recap on recent events with highlights from the Jim Crockett Sr., Memorial Cup while NWA World Heavyweight Champion Ric Flair takes to the ring for singles action. Plus, Jim Cornette's Midnight Express, International Tag Team Champions The Road Warriors, and many more in action!

17. World Championship Wrestling - May. 02, 1987

Aired: 5/2/1987

On this edition of World Championship Wrestling, the tournament to crown new United States Tag Team Champions continues as Bob and Brad Armstrong take on The New Breed in a First Round match. Plus, Jim Cornette's mouth gets him in trouble with Ronnie Garvin, Lex Luger in action, and much more!

18. World Championship Wrestling - May. 09, 1987

Aired: 5/9/1987

Having turned up the heat in his rivalry with Ronnie Garvin, Jim Cornette runs scared as Garvin vows to get some payback on The Louisville Lip. Plus, World Tag Team Champions Rick Rude and Manny Fernandez make things personal with The Road Warriors, The Four Horsemen compete in Six-Man Tag Team action, and much more!

19. World Championship Wrestling - May. 16, 1987

Aired: 5/16/1987

On this special edition of World Championship Wrestling, the NWA United States Tag Team Championships are on the line as Jim Cornette's Midnight Express takes on the duo of Barry Windham and Ronnie Garvin in an exciting matchup for the gold!

20. World Championship Wrestling - May. 23, 1987

Aired: 5/23/1987

On this edition of World Championship Wrestling, the upcoming 'Winner Take All' match between Dusty Rhodes and Tully Blanchard for World Television Championship is made official. Plus, The Fabulous Freebirds compete in a Six-Man Tag Team match, Lex Luger in action, and much more!

21. World Championship Wrestling - May. 30, 1987

Aired: 5/30/1987

With everyone speculating whether or not Dusty Rhodes will be able to compete against Tully Blanchard in a 'Winner Take All' Television Championship match, an old friend pledges his support for The American Dream. Plus, Jim Cornette takes legal action against Jim Crockett Promotions, Lex Luger in action, and more!

22. World Championship Wrestling - Jun. 06, 1987

Aired: 6/6/1987

Just 24 hours away from The Four Horsemen's battle with The Fabulous Freebirds at The Omni, Ric Flair and Lex Luger demonstrate their ability to effectively compete as a unit as they team up for tag team action. Plus, World Tag Team Champions The Rock 'n' Roll Express, Dusty Rhodes, and many more on this edition of World Championship Wrestling!

23. World Championship Wrestling - Jun. 13, 1987

Aired: 6/13/1987

On this edition of World Championship Wrestling, witness the controversial 'Winner Takes All' matchup where Dusty Rhodes battled Tully Blanchard for the World Television Championship in The Omni. Plus, The Four Horsemen compete in a Six-Man Tag Team match, Gorgeous Jimmy Garvin in action, and much more!

24. World Championship Wrestling - Jun. 20, 1987

Aired: 6/20/1987

On this edition of World Championship Wrestling, more matches for The Great American Bash Tour are announced including the addition of painful stipulation to Tully Blanchard's match against Dusty Rhodes. Plus, Arn Anderson, Jim Cornette's Midnight Express, Gorgeous Jimmy Garvin, and many more in action!

25. World Championship Wrestling - Jun. 27, 1987

Aired: 6/27/1987

On this edition of World Championship Wrestling, The Great American Bash Tour kicks off with a special 'Dream Match' as Ronnie and Gorgeous Jimmy Garvin battle The Four Horsemen's Dream Team of Lex Luger and NWA World Heavyweight Champion Ric Flair. Plus, United States Heavyweight Champion NIkita Koloff, Barry Windham, and many more in action!

26. World Championship Wrestling - Jul. 04, 1987

Aired: 7/4/1987

Just hours before their team competes in a WarGames match at The Great American Bash, The Four Horsemen's Arn Anderson, Lex Luger, J.J. Dillon, and Television Champion Tully Blanchard look to warm up by competing in a series of matchups. Plus, Ron Simmons, Dory Funk Jr., Western States Heritage Champion Barry Windham, and many more in action!

27. World Championship Wrestling - Jul. 11, 1987

Aired: 7/11/1987

Following The Four Horsemen's defeat to Dusty Rhodes, Nikita Koloff, and The Road Warriors in the first ever WarGames match, James J. Dillon enlists a special asset to replace him in their next battle. Plus, The Fabulous Freebirds, Bugsy McGraw, Dr. Death Steve Williams, and many more in action!

28. World Championship Wrestling - Jul. 18, 1987

Aired: 7/18/1987

As The Great American Bash Tour nears, this edition of World Championship Wrestling takes a look at Ric Flair defending his World Heavyweight Title against Gorgeous Jimmy Garvin inside a Steel Cage, as well as the Steel Cage match between Lex Luger and Nikita Koloff for the United States Heavyweight Title. All this and much more!

29. World Championship Wrestling - Jul. 25, 1987

Aired: 7/25/1987

On this edition of World Championship Wrestling, NWA World Heavyweight Champion Ric Flair vows payback on Ronnie Garvin when it is revealed that his 'Dream Date' with Precious turned into a family affair. Plus, World Tag Team Champions The Rock 'n' Roll Express, Western States Heritage Champion Barry Windham, and many more in action!

30. World Championship Wrestling - Aug. 01, 1987

Aired: 8/1/1987

Following a tremendous Great American Bash Tour, tensions between The Rock 'n' Roll Express and The Four Horsemen explode when Ricky Morton takes exception to comments from World Television Champion Tully Blanchard. Plus, United States Heavyweight Champion Lex Luger, Gorgeous Jimmy Garvin, and many more in action!

31. World Championship Wrestling - Aug. 08, 1987

Aired: 8/8/1987

On this edition of World Championship Wrestling, stars from the Universal Wrestling Federation including UWF Heavyweight Champion Dr. Death Steve Williams, The Fabulous Freebirds, and more compete before the fans of NWA. Plus, The Four Horsemen, Jim Cornette's Midnight Express, and many more NWA stars in action!

32. World Championship Wrestling - Aug. 15, 1987

Aired: 8/15/1987

On this edition of World Championship Wrestling, the rivalry between Ronnie Garvin and NWA World Heavyweight Champion Ric Flair is highlighted as Garvin continues his pursuit of The Nature Boy's title. Plus, Ivan Koloff, Western States Heritage Champion Barry Windham, and many more in action!

33. World Championship Wrestling - Aug. 22, 1987

Aired: 8/22/1987

On this special edition of World Championship Wrestling, several stars from all over the wrestling world compete before the fans of the NWA. Plus, The Fabulous Freebirds take on The Thunderfoots, Kevin Sullivan looks to recruit Dusty Rhodes into coming back to Florida to help him, and much more!

34. World Championship Wrestling - Aug. 29, 1987

Aired: 8/29/1987

On this edition of World Championship Wrestling, The Four Horsemen's Tully Blanchard defends his World Television Championship against Nikita Koloff in an incredible matchup. Plus, The Barbarian, United States Heavyweight Champion Lex Luger, Gorgeous Jimmy Garvin, and many more NWA stars in action!

35. World Championship Wrestling - Sep. 05, 1987

Aired: 9/5/1987

While questions abound over Dusty Rhodes' new move, World Television Champion Nikita Koloff makes his presence felt when United States Champions The Midnight Express compete in the main event. Plus, Ronnie Garvin prepares for a shot at Ric Flair's World Heavyweight Championship, Arn Anderson in action, and more!

36. World Championship Wrestling - Sep. 12, 1987

Aired: 9/12/1987

On this edition of World Championship Wrestling, United States Tag Team Champion Bobby Eaton challenges Nikita Koloff for his World Television Championship. Plus, Barry Windham defends his Western States Heritage Title against Arn Anderson, a stinging look at a rising superstar, and much more action!

37. World Championship Wrestling - Sep. 19, 1987

Aired: 9/19/1987

The Four Horsemen's Tully Blanchard & Arn Anderson challenge The Rock 'n' Roll Express for their World Tag Team Championship in a No Disqualification main event. Plus, Lex Luger defends his United States Heavyweight Championship against Western States Heritage Champion Barry Windham, The Barbarian in action, and more.

38. World Championship Wrestling - Sep. 26, 1987

Aired: 9/26/1987

Ric Flair defends his NWA World Heavyweight Championship against Ronnie Garvin. Tully Blanchard, The Sheepherders, Bugsy McGraw, and many more are in action. Plus, Florida Heavyweight Champion Mike Rotunda competes in the main event.

39. World Championship Wrestling - Oct. 03, 1987

Aired: 10/3/1987

Nikita Koloff defends the NWA World Television Championship against El Negro in the main event. UWF World Television Champion Terry Taylor looks to make a bold statement. The Four Horsemen continue to reign supreme with United States Champion Lex Luger and World Tag Team Champions Arn Anderson and Tully Blanchard in action. All this and much more.

40. World Championship Wrestling - Oct. 10, 1987

Aired: 10/10/1987

Despite the UWF Commissioner's request for UWF World Television Champion Terry Taylor to return the stolen NWA World Television Championship to Nikita Koloff, Taylor resolves to defend both titles in the main event. World Heavyweight Champion Ron Garvin battles Mike Force. Plus, International Tag Team Champions The Road Warriors and more.

41. World Championship Wrestling - Oct. 17, 1987

Aired: 10/17/1987

Sting makes a splash that will change the NWA forever. Terry Taylor puts the UWF World Television Championship on the line against Larry Stephens. World Tag Team Champions Arn Anderson & Tully Blanchard take on Rocky King & George South. Plus, World Heavyweight Champion Ron Garvin, The Rock 'n' Roll Express, Mighty Wilbur, and many more in action.

42. World Championship Wrestling - Oct. 24, 1987

Aired: 10/24/1987

Dusty Rhodes promises to put his career on the line in an effort to avenge Johnny Weaver. After finding out that his Midnight Express will meet The Rock 'n' Roll Express in a Scaffold Match, Jim Cornette threatens to take legal action. Plus, Florida Heavyweight Champion Mike Rotunda, Kevin Sullivan, and many more in action.

43. World Championship Wrestling - Oct. 31, 1987

Aired: 10/31/1987

Paul Ellering sits down with James J. Dillon to sign the contract for The Road Warriors to challenge Arn Anderson & Tully Blanchard for the World Tag Team Championship at Starrcade '87. With an opportunity to reclaim the World Heavyweight Championship from Ron Garvin approaching, Ric Flair addresses the enemies of The Four Horsemen.

44. World Championship Wrestling - Nov. 07, 1987

Aired: 11/7/1987

Sting continues to make waves by taking to the ring for one-on-one action. With their eyes set on dominating the tag team division, UWF Tag Team Champions The Sheepherders compete in the main event. Plus, Tony Schiavone presents more news from the Starrcade Control Center, Jim Cornette's Midnight Express in action, and much more.

45. World Championship Wrestling - Nov. 14, 1987

Aired: 11/14/1987

Johnny Weaver finds his place in the upcoming Steel Cage Match between Dusty Rhodes and United States Champion Lex Luger. After making his first appearance on World Championship Wrestling, Larry Zbyszko puts every champion on notice. Plus, Shaska Whatley in action, Ric Flair sends a message to World Heavyweight Champion Ron Garvin, and much more.

46. World Championship Wrestling - Nov. 21, 1987

Aired: 11/21/1987

With Starrcade '87 rapidly approaching, Dusty Rhodes vows to walk out of the big event with Lex Luger's United States Championship. Jim Cornette's Midnight Express in action. Magnum TA joins Tony Schiavone at the Starrcade Control Center. Plus, International Tag Team Champions The Road Warriors in action, Sting faces Cougar Jay, and much more.

47. World Championship Wrestling - Nov. 28, 1987

Aired: 11/28/1987

As Ric Flair begins his fifth reign as World Heavyweight Champion in the aftermath of Starrcade, newcomer Sting makes "The Nature Boy" aware of his golden intentions. Western States Heritage Champion Barry Windham, Mighty Wilbur & Ricky Santana take on Ivan Koloff, Warlord & The Barbarian. Plus, Ron Simmons, The Fabulous Freebirds, and more.

48. World Championship Wrestling - Dec. 05, 1987

Aired: 12/5/1987

The Four Horsemen clash with The Fabulous Freebirds, as Michael P.S. Hayes takes to the ring to go one-on-one with World Heavyweight Champion Ric Flair in the main event. Plus, Sting in action, Mark Star challenges Nikita Koloff for the World Television Championship, Larry Zbyszko battles Western States Heritage Champion Barry Windham, and more.

49. World Championship Wrestling - Dec. 12, 1987

Aired: 12/12/1987

After going against his allies in The Four Horsemen during a Bunkhouse Stampede, United States Champion Lex Luger makes a decision to take his career in a different direction. United States Tag Team Team Champions The Midnight Express battle the team of George South & Italian Stallion. Plus, Sting, Ron Garvin, The Fabulous Freebirds, and more.