WWE Survivor Series 1994
Survivor Series took place on Thanksgiving Eve, November 23, 1994 at the Freeman Coliseum in San Antonio, Texas. It was also the last Survivor Series to take place on the traditional Thanksgiving/Thanksgiving Eve date the show had always occupied since its inception. Two main event matches were held; in the first, Bob Backlund faced Bret Hart for the WWF Championship in a submission match. In the other main event, The Undertaker went up against Yokozuna in a casket match. The event also featured three elimination matches and two singles matches. Razor Ramon led The Bad Guys against Diesel's team of The Teamsters. Doink the Clown teamed with three midgets to form Clowns R' Us in a match against The Royal Family, composed of Jerry Lawler and three midgets. Lex Luger led Guts and Glory against the Million Dollar Corporation team, which was managed by Ted DiBiase.
Insights
Plot Summary
The 1994 Survivor Series featured a highly anticipated "Rookie vs. Veteran" elimination match and a unique "Wild Card" match where randomly selected teams battled. The main event saw The Undertaker face off against his former associate, the returning Undertaker, in a highly personal grudge match. Other matches included tag team action and singles contests, culminating in a dramatic conclusion to the Undertaker's rivalry.
Critical Reception
WWE Survivor Series events from this era are primarily judged on their in-ring action and memorable moments rather than critical acclaim in the traditional sense. This particular event is remembered for the Undertaker's return and the ongoing feud between Bret Hart and his rivals, though the match quality varied across the card.
What Reviewers Say
- The return of The Undertaker was a major highlight, providing a significant emotional payoff.
- Bret 'The Hitman' Hart's involvement in multiple storylines kept the event engaging for fans.
- The 'Wild Card' match offered some unpredictable team-ups and solid action.
Google audience: Audience reviews for this event are scarce as it was a live pay-per-view in 1994. However, fan discussions often praise The Undertaker's return and the classic matchups involving Bret Hart, while some commentary might point to a few weaker matches on the undercard.
Fun Fact
The Undertaker's return at this event marked his first appearance since his "Boneyard Match" with his doppelganger, marking the end of that storyline and the beginning of his feud with brother Kane.
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