After a brief hiatus, South Park returned to Comedy Central with ten new episodes. It was a surprise to many that these episodes would actually make up two full seasons – seasons 27 and 28 – both of which finished airing this year. Now that the seasons are complete, it’s a good time to reflect on a year filled with some truly memorable and often outrageous episodes.
From the very beginning, South Park surprised viewers with each new episode, especially after its incredibly popular and often shocking debut. The show’s creators, Trey Parker and Matt Stone, were honest about struggling to follow up such a strong start, but they ultimately succeeded. Now, with over 2025 episodes completed, it’s time to revisit the entire series and rank them from the least to the most enjoyable.
10). Got A Nut
The ‘Got a Nut’ episode hasn’t aged well and is considered one of the weakest from Season 27. It struggled immediately after a very controversial premiere, and the creators, Parker and Stone, needed time to adjust their plans for the season. Ultimately, the storyline involving Cartman and Clyde, which started in this episode, didn’t go anywhere in later episodes, especially considering everything that’s happened since it originally aired.
The episode wasn’t particularly good on its own, and while there was a reason for that, it mostly relied on repeating a single, tired joke – killing dogs. Plus, the storyline they were building for Cartman didn’t seem promising or sustainable.
9). Sermon on the Mount
The ‘Sermon on the Mount’ episode was a huge success for South Park, becoming its most-watched in years. Its controversial nature re-engaged many viewers who hadn’t followed the show recently. While the episode was important for addressing current events and offered the most direct commentary of the season, it was also incredibly chaotic.
While the episode’s chaotic feel suited the story, it wasn’t particularly rewatchable. Several other episodes this season were simply more polished and well-constructed.
8). The Woman in the Hat
The latest Halloween special of South Park, titled “The Woman in the Hat,” directly responds to criticism about the show’s recent focus on Trump. Stan’s complaints about the town serve as a commentary on the show itself, acknowledging that it had been dominated by Trump-related storylines. Despite this, the episode manages to be a really enjoyable Halloween special.
This episode cleverly explores the enigma of Melania Trump’s role in the White House, portraying her as the source of the unsettling atmosphere that worries the staff. While it’s a solid episode on its own, in the context of the season as a whole, it feels like a storyline that wasn’t fully developed afterward.
7). Sora Not Sorry
I’ve seen South Park tackle AI before, like in the “Deep Learning” episode, but this recent revisit to the topic was actually pretty funny. It quickly went over the top, with the kids using familiar cartoon characters to pull mean pranks on each other. That’s what kicked off a really interesting storyline for Detective Harris and the police as they tried to solve the mystery. And thankfully, this episode also seemed to signal a shift away from the Trump-focused storylines, and started building towards the season finale.
Okay, so this episode was a huge turning point! It’s where things get really intense with Trump and Vance – honestly, it completely changed the game. I was starting to wonder if the season would ever really go anywhere, but this finally gave us the momentum we needed and made it clear we were heading towards a major showdown. It was a wild ride!
6). Turkey Trot
Many fans were excited to see the boys working together again, and the “Turkey Trot” episode delivered on that hope. While it meant abandoning a potential storyline involving Cartman and the “67” meme, it allowed him to join forces with Stan, Kyle, and Kenny as they tried to win the annual Turkey Trot race. The episode felt like a classic South Park adventure, with Cartman’s usual attempts to cheat and a predictably humorous outcome.
The episode’s biggest weakness is its inclusion of Pete Hegseth. If you don’t enjoy the running joke and the “Danger Zone” parody, you likely won’t appreciate his role. However, compared to how South Park has incorporated other public figures, this is actually one of the better executions.
5). Sickofancy
This season, Randy Marsh had a single episode largely focused on his story, and it turned out to be a significant one. Facing the potential failure of Tegridy Farms, Randy tries everything he can to keep it afloat – even offering Towelie as a bribe – but eventually decides to give it up. After seven years, this is the shift many fans have been hoping for, and the episode delivered it with a good dose of humor.
Randy Marsh has been a central figure in South Park lately, and this episode exemplifies why. It takes his character to hilariously extreme levels, making it a memorable installment and arguably the best Randy-focused episode of the season.
4). Wok Is Dead
The episode “Wok Is Dead” was the first this season to tackle a popular internet meme, using the Labubu toy as its focus. It was surprisingly dark and funny to see Butters spending all his money trying to get a rare toy for Red, only to reveal the toys were connected to Satanic rituals. Unfortunately, the episode also relied on a single, somewhat weak joke about Donald Trump.
The joke about the “butt baby” is repeated so often that it’s starting to circle back – it might be funny again after being annoying for a while. Whether it actually works depends on the individual.
3). Twisted Christian
Honestly, even with everything crazy happening in the world, South Park really shines when it focuses on its characters and how they’re dealing with it all. This episode is fantastic! It brings the boys back into the mix, and gets even better by bringing Jesus into the story. Remember when they made him the school counselor earlier this season? Well, this episode sees him finally clashing with PC Principal and his way of doing things, and it’s hilarious!
The show explores Jesus struggling with his identity and purpose as Christianity evolves in modern times, leading to significant changes in his character. While these changes pay off later in the season, they also hint at a continuing storyline for PC Principal that will likely be developed further in future seasons.
2). The Crap Out
Over its two seasons, South Park successfully wrapped up the storyline it started earlier in the year. While Donald Trump was a major focus, the events ultimately revolved around the birth of Satan’s Antichrist, with Trump and Vice President Pence attempting to prevent it. This climax brought them to South Park, where Stan Marsh found himself caught in the middle, trying to rebuild his life after a difficult year.
The episode might not give much attention to other characters to wrap up this storyline, but that concentrated focus actually works well. As usual, South Park excels when it delves into its characters to tell a compelling story. Although Trump still takes center stage, this is his strongest portrayal of the season, both in terms of writing and how the episode is directed. Plus, knowing this might be the last time the show relies so heavily on the Trump character adds another layer of meaning.
1). Conflict of Interest
This year’s episode, “Conflict of Interest,” really stood out as a perfect blend of everything South Park had been building towards in Season 27, making for a great finale. When a betting app takes over the school and everyone suspects Kyle’s mom is up to no good, Cartman and Kyle surprisingly find themselves working together – though for completely different motives. It’s a classic episode where Cartman’s scheming puts him at odds with Kyle, and it feels very much like a traditional South Park storyline.
Interestingly, the episode manages to give both Cartman and Kyle a genuinely satisfying emotional conclusion. The storyline involving Trump also goes all-out with a cartoonishly silly plot filled with slapstick and physical humor. It struck the perfect balance between different themes and tones, making it the best South Park episode of 2025.
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