A revival of “WWE Saturday Night Main Event” is slated for December. Originally debuting in 1985 on NBC, the beloved program often replaced “Saturday Night Live” when the comedy show was not airing new episodes.
Eric Bischoff, a WWE Hall of Famer, expressed his enthusiasm for the event during a discussion on his “83 Weeks” podcast. He mentioned that he is more eager about “SNME” than any recent event since WrestleMania, labeling it a “cool idea” largely due to its nostalgic appeal. He pointed out that there is a market for older wrestling fans who now have children.
“The opportunity for parents to enjoy a property together is remarkable,” he explained. “When they were kids, they watched WWF Saturday Night, and now their children can experience the same.”
Bischoff emphasized that from a family perspective, this nostalgia-driven initiative is a smart move. “If the show consistently pays homage to WWE’s early days, it could become a phenomenal success,” he added, highlighting the importance of maintaining that nostalgic theme throughout the program.
WWE plans to produce four specials annually for NBC, and for “SMNE” to thrive as one of these events, Bischoff insists that nostalgia must be a central focus. He cautioned against making it just another wrestling show with a “cute open,” arguing that if WWE can appropriately and consistently theme the program, it can successfully cultivate a dedicated audience.