WWE Friday Night SmackDown
Weekly wrestling battles in explosive smackdown episodes
About WWE Friday Night SmackDown
Released: 2019
Platform: Hulu
Rating: TVPG
Run time: 2h 0m
Cast
Michael Cole, Pat McAfee
About WWE Friday Night SmackDown
WWE Friday Night SmackDown, also known as simply SmackDown, is an American professional wrestling television program that began airing in 1999. The 2019 edition saw the show moving to Fox network where it airs every Friday and showcases an exciting blend of athletic competition and entertainment. It features a unique blend of action, drama and spectacle as the biggest stars of WWE including Roman Reigns, Sasha Banks, and Seth Rollins grapple for supremacy inside the ring.
Making / Production
This program is generally shot in large arenas across the country with live audiences. The dynamic wrestling stunts and carefully choreographed battles require a team of skilled professionals who can ensure the events run smoothly. The show is produced under the WWE banner by Kevin Dunn.
Actors
- John Cena as himself - a beloved and charismatic wrestler who's known for his quick moves and powerful fighting style.
- Sasha Banks as herself - a gifted wrestler who is admired for her strength and agility in the ring.
- Roman Reigns as himself - a mid-card performer who has grown into a headliner with his dynamic fighting styles.
- Seth Rollins as himself - A talented athlete with a unique fighting style and a strong following.
Trivia / Interesting Facts
- SmackDown has been broadcast from 163 arenas in 148 cities and towns in seven different nations.
- It is one of the longest-running weekly episodic television shows in US history.
- One of the unique feature of Friday Night SmackDown is the blue color scheme of the ring ropes and set, as opposed to the red scheme of WWE's Monday Night Raw.
Quotes
- "You want some, come get some" - John Cena
- "I'm not a bad guy, I'm not a good guy, I'm the guy" - Roman Reigns
- "Bank on it" - Sasha Banks
Music, Soundtrack
- The SmackDown theme "Are You Ready" by AC/DC is recognized widely for pumping up audiences.
- Many WWE Superstars like John Cena, Triple H, and The Undertaker have their signature walkout music tracks that add to the event's unique atmosphere.
About WWE Friday Night SmackDown
WWE Friday Night SmackDown features exhilarating wrestling matches and dramatic storylines from the world's top wrestling professionals.