The latest Hidden Gem details are in and while we’re set for quite the considerable chunk of content tomorrow, there is a caveat to that statement. In 1994 and 1995, TBS decided to fill the early hours of its schedule with several different WCW marathons. These were given the name “WCW All Nighter” and featured a selection of classic matches alongside themed skits involving Tony Schiavone, Bobby Heenan, “Mean” Gene Okerlund etc as they partake in a late-night party.

This brings us to the upload planned for tomorrow. Dated 01/20/1995, this would appear to be the second of these long-form shows. However, that is where the controversy lies as this edition focused on the top 10 matches in Clash of the Champions history up until that point (with such a link possibly explaining WWE’s timing). Unfortunately, that does, of course, mean that all of the in-ring content featured in the video is already available on the WWE Network.

Edit: The above statement is incorrect. We are treated to several tidbits during the marathon including footage from 1985 World Championship Wrestling shows that aren’t currently available for streaming and a Flair vs Steamboat bout from a 1994 WCW Main Event episode. My apologies for the error.

So there’s a very legitimate argument for calling the upload redundant. However, there are the exclusive skits (which admittedly can be found in extremely compressed form on YouTube, but have never had an official release) to consider alongside the fact that the recent Intercontinental Championship 40th anniversary celebration did a very similar thing while finding an audience. Some people just like an extra-long portion of uninterrupted viewing, so it may well scratch that itch for those subscribers. This odd choice is going to come down to personal viewpoints, so feel free to vent your spleen if needs be in the comment section below.

As always, here is the official description:

WCW 01/20/1995 – WCW All Nighter 1995 [Duration: 04:36:24]

Join Tony Schiavone, Gene Okerlund and Bobby Heenan as they count down the 10 greatest Clash of the Champions matches of all time.

This edition of WCW All Nighter will be added to the “Hidden Gems” category tomorrow, (Thursday, September 12th) within the main “In-Ring section.