Saturday Night's Main Event is a WWE television special series. It originally aired from 1985 to 1992 on NBC, featuring high-profile matches with stars like Hulk Hogan.
Recent Revival
The series returned in recent years on Peacock and other platforms. The most
recent event occurred on December 13, 2025, at Capital One Arena in
Washington, D.C., headlined by John Cena's final match.
Historical Impact
These specials drew massive ratings during the 1980s wrestling boom, often
rivaling major events like WrestleMania. They emphasized star-vs-star bouts
over preliminary matches.
