WWE entrances turn wrestlers into larger-than-life characters and set the tone before any bell rings, with iconic music, lights, and rituals that fans still chant years later. The strongest ones blend spectacle, timing, and personality into unforgettable moments that define careers and eras. Vote to rank your favorites and see where they land.
What counts: Best means most memorable, impactful, and signature entrance moments that elevate the wrestler and arena atmosphere. Figures are approximate.
The Undertaker's Gong
The slow gong and purple lights signaled dread from 1990 onward, building to a full arena blackout before the Deadman emerged. His WrestleMania streak entrances turned the stage into a funeral procession that silenced crowds.
Year: 1990Wrestler: The UndertakerAvg Length: 120 sPyrotechnics: —Iconic Factor: 10/10Crowd Pop: 9/10
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Shawn Michaels' Pyro Burst
Heartbreak Kid's 1996 return added a dramatic pyro explosion at the top of the ramp that matched his cocky strut down the aisle.
Year: 1996Wrestler: Shawn MichaelsAvg Length: 75 sPyrotechnics: ✓Iconic Factor: 9/10Crowd Pop: 9/10
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Triple H's Water Spray
From 2002 the slow-motion water spray under green lights turned his entrance into a gladiator ritual synced to 'King of Kings.' The pause before the spray became a signature crowd cue.
Year: 2002Wrestler: Triple HAvg Length: 90 sPyrotechnics: ✓Iconic Factor: 9/10Crowd Pop: 9/10
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The Rock's Lightning
Electric bolts and 'If you smell' cue from 1997 created instant electricity that peaked when he raised the eyebrow at the ropes.
Year: 1997Wrestler: The RockAvg Length: 70 sPyrotechnics: ✓Iconic Factor: 9/10Crowd Pop: 9/10
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Kane's Inferno
The 1997 pyro explosions and mask reveal turned the entrance into a fiery monster arrival.
Year: 1997Wrestler: KaneAvg Length: 80 sPyrotechnics: ✓Iconic Factor: 8/10Crowd Pop: 8/10
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Brock Lesnar's Next Big Thing
The 2002 heavy guitar riff and intense walk created a predator-like aura that needed no extra effects.
Year: 2002Wrestler: Brock LesnarAvg Length: 50 sPyrotechnics: —Iconic Factor: 8/10Crowd Pop: 8/10
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Edge's Metalingus
The 2005 guitar riff and slow walk created brooding intensity that peaked with the spiked jacket pose.
Year: 2005Wrestler: EdgeAvg Length: 70 sPyrotechnics: ✓Iconic Factor: 8/10Crowd Pop: 8/10
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John Cena's You Can't See Me
From 2005 the rap beat and hand wave created a participatory entrance that got entire arenas doing the gesture.
Year: 2005Wrestler: John CenaAvg Length: 55 sPyrotechnics: —Iconic Factor: 8/10Crowd Pop: 9/10
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Ric Flair's Classical Theme
The 1980s 'Also sprach Zarathustra' strut with robe and 'Woo' became the gold standard for arrogant heel entrances.
Year: 1985Wrestler: Ric FlairAvg Length: 65 sPyrotechnics: —Iconic Factor: 9/10Crowd Pop: 8/10
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Rey Mysterio's Booyaka
The 2002 high-energy rap and mask reveal turned his entrance into a lucha celebration with 619 gestures.
Year: 2002Wrestler: Rey MysterioAvg Length: 60 sPyrotechnics: ✓Iconic Factor: 8/10Crowd Pop: 8/10
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Roman Reigns' Head of the Table
The 2020 tribal chief theme and slow confident walk created a dominant family-leader aura.
Year: 2020Wrestler: Roman ReignsAvg Length: 70 sPyrotechnics: —Iconic Factor: 7/10Crowd Pop: 8/10
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Stone Cold's Glass Shatter
The shattering glass from 1996 instantly triggered arena-wide cheers and 'Austin' chants before he even appeared.
Year: 1996Wrestler: Stone Cold Steve AustinAvg Length: 60 sPyrotechnics: —Iconic Factor: 10/10Crowd Pop: 10/10
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Big Show's Giant March
The 1999 heavy theme and slow deliberate walk emphasized his massive size before he reached the ring.
Year: 1999Wrestler: Big ShowAvg Length: 50 sPyrotechnics: —Iconic Factor: 6/10Crowd Pop: 7/10
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DX's Are You Ready
The 1997 crotch chop and green lights turned the group entrance into a rebellious party cue.
Year: 1997Wrestler: D-Generation XAvg Length: 80 sPyrotechnics: ✓Iconic Factor: 8/10Crowd Pop: 8/10
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The New Day's Trombone
The 2014 upbeat entrance with trombone and cereal turned the group into a festive celebration.
Year: 2014Wrestler: The New DayAvg Length: 90 sPyrotechnics: —Iconic Factor: 7/10Crowd Pop: 8/10
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Hulk Hogan's Real American
The red-white-and-blue 1980s entrance with waving flags turned Hogan into the ultimate American hero before every match.
Year: 1983Wrestler: Hulk HoganAvg Length: 80 sPyrotechnics: —Iconic Factor: 9/10Crowd Pop: 8/10
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Randy Orton's Voices
The 2008 dark theme and deliberate pace built suspense that peaked with the RKO pose on the ropes.
Year: 2008Wrestler: Randy OrtonAvg Length: 75 sPyrotechnics: —Iconic Factor: 8/10Crowd Pop: 8/10
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Batista's I Walk Alone
The 2005 heavy riff and deliberate walk created a powerhouse aura that peaked with the thumbs-down pose.
Year: 2005Wrestler: BatistaAvg Length: 65 sPyrotechnics: —Iconic Factor: 7/10Crowd Pop: 8/10
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CM Punk's Cult of Personality
The 2011 Living Colour riff immediately signaled rebellion and drew massive sing-alongs before he reached the ring.
Year: 2011Wrestler: CM PunkAvg Length: 65 sPyrotechnics: —Iconic Factor: 9/10Crowd Pop: 9/10
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Chris Jericho's Break the Walls Down
The 1999 rock guitar and light-up jacket created a cocky rockstar arrival that peaked with the 'Y2J' countdown.
Year: 1999Wrestler: Chris JerichoAvg Length: 70 sPyrotechnics: ✓Iconic Factor: 8/10Crowd Pop: 8/10
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Eddie Guerrero's Viva La Raza
The 2005 lowrider entrance with dance and lowrider car created a party atmosphere that got crowds chanting 'Eddie.'
Year: 2005Wrestler: Eddie GuerreroAvg Length: 85 sPyrotechnics: —Iconic Factor: 8/10Crowd Pop: 8/10
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Bray Wyatt's Lantern
The 2013 eerie rocking chair and lantern created a horror-movie atmosphere that hushed arenas.
Year: 2013Wrestler: Bray WyattAvg Length: 100 sPyrotechnics: —Iconic Factor: 8/10Crowd Pop: 7/10
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Kurt Angle's Medal March
The 2000 Olympic theme and medal strut created an arrogant hero entrance that peaked with the 'You suck' chant.
Year: 2000Wrestler: Kurt AngleAvg Length: 55 sPyrotechnics: —Iconic Factor: 7/10Crowd Pop: 8/10
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Seth Rollins' Second Coming
The 2014 dramatic guitar and light show created a fallen-angel vibe that peaked with the pose at the top.
Year: 2014Wrestler: Seth RollinsAvg Length: 75 sPyrotechnics: ✓Iconic Factor: 8/10Crowd Pop: 8/10
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Booker T's Can You Dig It
The 2001 spin and 'Sucka' line created a flashy, confident arrival that got crowds repeating the catchphrase.
Year: 2001Wrestler: Booker TAvg Length: 60 sPyrotechnics: —Iconic Factor: 7/10Crowd Pop: 7/10
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The Undertaker's Gong at the top is the correct call and I'll die on this hill.
Voted, but this order is going to look very different in a month once more people find it.
This is the most honest version of this ranking I've seen anywhere. The pros and cons are fair.
Wild that The Undertaker's Gong is winning this. Scroll down — the real answer is further down the board.
