South Park Finally Takes on Labubus With New Episode First Look

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This week, the much-loved animated series “South Park” is making a comeback with a fresh episode, hinting at its exploration of the popular Labubu collectible craze for the first time. The long-awaited resumption of “South Park” Season 27 was initiated earlier this summer and delivered one of the highest-rated episodes in the series’ history. However, the journey since that premiere has been bumpy due to the new season’s release schedule being divided into fortnightly premieres, causing fans to experience longer wait times between each new episode.

South Park’s 27th season is set to continue with Episode 4 on Wednesday, September 3rd, following a new bi-weekly release schedule. We’ve been given our first glimpse at what’s in store, hinting that the Labubu collectible will be a key element in one of the major storylines. To catch a sneak peek of South Park’s upcoming episode, you can watch the teaser trailer below, as shared by the series before its debut on Comedy Central and Paramount+ this week.

South Park Season 27 Episode 4 Teases Labubus

The upcoming episode of “South Park,” titled “Wok Is Dead,” will air on Comedy Central this coming Wednesday, September 3rd at 10PM ET. Following its television premiere, the episode can be streamed exclusively on Paramount+ starting the next day. In this latest installment, Butters finds himself navigating the impact of tariffs when he attempts to purchase a Labubu doll for his girlfriend’s birthday, which has become such a popular trend that it’s even causing conflicts at school – a scenario reminiscent of the usual over-the-top reactions to trends by the citizens of “South Park.” As suggested in this sneak peek trailer, it appears that the popularity of this trend is causing quite the commotion.

It appears that the Labubu collectibles have gained unexpected popularity over the past year. Initially designed by illustrator Kasing Lung, these plush toys were primarily sold in Pop Mart stores throughout Asia. However, their popularity skyrocketed due to social media, particularly videos of blind box openings where collectors eagerly wait for a specific plush toy. This newfound interest has led fans to search for these collectibles enthusiastically. Now, we’ll delve into what “South Park” has to say about it and examine its connection to the rising production costs in the United States due to tariffs, as well as other significant events seen so far this season.

What’s Next for South Park This Season?

I’ve been absolutely hooked on “South Park” Season 27! Each episode so far has delved deep into significant events, but it feels like the creators, Matt Stone and Trey Parker, are orchestrating a grand, season-long narrative. The show has entered uncharted territory with South Park itself reflecting seismic shifts in the U.S., and our beloved characters are adapting to the fast-paced changes sweeping across the globe. It’s been a rollercoaster ride of emotions and anticipation!

The latest installment marked a significant shift in the series over the past ten years, as Randy Marsh finally sold Tegridy Farms. Hints were dropped that the Marsh family might move back to their old residence in upcoming episodes. Although we don’t know what’s next after this change, it seems the following episode will start exploring the initial steps towards revamping the show for its future.

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2025-09-02 20:40