Ep 5. Sgt. Slaughter / The Iron Sheik

In this episode of WWE's Most Wanted Treasures, viewers will join WWE archivist, Jason Muse, and Stephanie McMahon in their search for iconic memorabilia related to two of the most controversial and legendary wrestlers in WWE history - Sgt. Slaughter and The Iron Sheik.

First up is Sgt. Slaughter, the American wrestler popularly known for his feud with Hulk Hogan in the 80s. Muse and McMahon set off to hunt for Slaughter's iconic drill sergeant hat and boots. Sgt. Slaughter's character transformation from a good guy to an Iraqi sympathizer claimed him a spot as one of the most infamous WWE villains of all time. A breakthrough in the search comes with Muse's discovery of an original prototype toy of the Sarge from the 80s. McMahon attempts to secure the toy for WWE's memorabilia collection and is offered some new, valuable leads on Slaughter's hat, boots, and whip.

Next, the search moves on to the Iranian wrestler, The Iron Sheik. Known for his sham sport persona, he was one of the first foreign villains in the WWE universe. The Iron Sheik's signature camel clutch submission maneuver and his brash display of Middle Eastern culture made him one of the most polarizing wrestlers of all time. One standout item in the search for The Iron Sheik's memorabilia, is his autographed boots that he wore during his wrestling career. The search is handed over to a WWE superfan who tracks down an elusive collector who is known to have some of The Iron Sheik's rare possessions.

The episode goes beyond just the search for rare memorabilia. You can witness the ups and downs of the duo as they encounter challenging situations with the community, and extreme collectors who will do anything to keep their precious collectibles to themselves. As Muse and McMahon make their way through different cities and meet interesting people along the way, it becomes apparent just how passionate the wrestling community is about their beloved sport and its history.

Overall, fans of WWE history have been eagerly awaiting the release of WWE's Most Wanted Treasures, and with this episode, they won't be disappointed. The show offers an exciting and immersive look into wrestling's iconic history, and in this episode, fans will get to explore one of WWE's most controversial chapters. The discovery of Sgt. Slaughter's hat and boots and The Iron Sheik's boots, belt, and original images will surely provide nostalgia to wrestling fans and give them a chance to appreciate and preserve the cherished pieces of WWE's past.