Just one day after signing a $1.5 billion (¥220 billion) deal with Paramount+, South Park released a jaw-dropping new episode—featuring a deepfake version of President Donald Trump.
The episode pulled no punches. Trump is shown confusing Iran and Iraq, sharing a bed with Satan, and repeatedly shouting “I’ll sue you!” at the slightest offense. It’s bold, brutal satire—and eerily reflective of real life.
In reality, Trump has sued Paramount over claims of media bias, taken legal action against The Wall Street Journal regarding Epstein coverage, and allegedly pressured networks into cancelling The Late Show with Stephen Colbert.
The White House responded to the episode with rare hostility, stating:
“South Park hasn’t been relevant in 20 years. They’re just desperate for attention.”
But attention they got. The episode drew nearly 6 million viewers, the show’s highest since 1999. Major outlets praised its fearlessness in confronting political power—even under a billion-dollar contract.
Creators Trey Parker and Matt Stone have long emphasized the importance of bold storytelling. As they once told NYU screenwriting students:
“If your story connects with ‘and then,’ it’s boring. Use ‘therefore’ or ‘but’—that’s when things get interesting.”
South Park remains a cultural force by doing what few dare: speaking uncomfortable truths with humor, no matter the cost.
