Jim Cornette Is Returning to Television With New Vice TV Series
Jim Cornette is returning to TV, but this time, he will have a show focused entirely on his views about pro wrestling history. Vice TV has officially announced a new series that will serve as a companion to its popular wrestling docuseries, Dark Side of the Ring.
Cornette’s work with Vice TV is nothing new. He has been one of the show’s most frequent interview subjects since Dark Side of the Ring premiered in 2019. His knowledge of wrestling history has made him an important voice throughout the series. He also appeared in the seventh season and contributed to the three-part documentary about Jeff Jarrett and TNA.
However, the new spinoff will allow Cornette to take the lead instead of appearing as one of several interview subjects.
As per PW Insider, Vice TV revealed that Cornette Side of the Ring will premiere on November 10, 2026. The show will see Cornette discuss some of the most shocking, controversial, and memorable moments in wrestling history. Fans can expect the same unfiltered opinions that have made him one of the most recognizable voices in the business.
The official synopsis states, “Legendary wrestling manager and historian Jim Cornette pulls back the curtain on outrageous, infamous, and unforgettable moments in pro wrestling, offering his unfiltered perspective and opinions in a companion series to Dark Side of the Ring.”
Although the TV premiere is still a few weeks away, Cornette Side of the Ring has already attracted plenty of attention online. Vice Sports and Dark Side of the Ring have been sharing clips from the series on YouTube.
One of the most popular episodes, titled “When WWE Tried Necr*philia,” revisited WWE’s infamous Katie Vick storyline from 2002, which involved Triple H and Kane. Another episode focused on Cornette’s longtime rival Vince Russo and his controversial handling of the WCW Championship.
The series also revisited Hulk Hogan’s infamous confrontation with TV host Richard Belzer. The incident ended with Hogan choking Belzer during a live TV appearance. Another episode covered former WCW executive Jim Herd’s time running the promotion.
A fifth episode has also been released, focusing on WWE’s decision to turn Stone Cold Steve Austin heel.
