Get ready for a wild ride, because South Park is back and bolder than ever, taking aim at some of the most polarizing figures in modern politics—and this time, it’s not just Donald Trump in the crosshairs. But here’s where it gets controversial: the show’s latest episode doesn’t just double down on its satirical takedown of Trump; it also pulls billionaire tech mogul Peter Thiel into the fray, sparking debates about free speech, political satire, and the line between humor and offense. And this is the part most people miss: South Park isn’t just laughing at these figures—it’s using them to hold a mirror up to society, whether we like what we see or not.
In the episode that aired on Wednesday, October 15, titled Twisted Christian, the show continues its outrageous storyline where Trump is romantically entangled with Satan, who is pregnant with his child. Here’s the twist: Trump, despite publicly opposing abortion, secretly seeks one for Satan at a Planned Parenthood clinic. Meanwhile, Vice President JD Vance—depicted as Trump’s beleaguered assistant—is working to shut down abortion clinics. It’s a biting commentary on political hypocrisy, but it’s also a laugh-out-loud absurdity that South Park does best. And let’s not forget the recurring gag about Trump’s comically small genitalia—a joke that’s as cringe-worthy as it is hilarious.
But wait, there’s more: Peter Thiel gets his moment in the spotlight too. The episode parodies Thiel’s recent real-life comments about fearing an ‘Antichrist’ figure, turning it into a over-the-top presentation at South Park Elementary. Thiel even gets his own theme song, complete with lyrics about his ‘knowledge’ of the Antichrist. The plot takes a turn when Thiel teams up with Vance in a scheme to prevent Satan from having Trump’s baby, with Vance promising Thiel access to everyone’s data if he becomes president. It’s a sharp critique of tech surveillance and political opportunism, wrapped in the show’s signature absurdity.
The episode also dives into a The Exorcist-inspired parody, with a possessed Eric Cartman becoming the key to Thiel’s plan. But just as things heat up, the episode ends on a cliffhanger, leaving fans eager for more. Here’s the question that’ll keep you up at night: Is South Park going too far, or is it the only show brave enough to call out the absurdity of our times?
This isn’t the first time South Park has targeted Trump and his administration. Since July, the show has made waves with an ongoing storyline depicting Trump as romantically involved with Satan, a relationship that mirrors the show’s past parody of Saddam Hussein. Trump has appeared in every episode since, alongside spoofs of other figures like Kristi Noem, who was shown repeatedly shooting dogs in a previous episode. And here’s where it gets even more heated: The White House fired back in July, calling the show ‘irrelevant’ and ‘desperate for attention.’ But is South Park really irrelevant, or is it holding a magnifying glass to the flaws we’d rather ignore?
The show also took aim at Brendan Carr, the FCC chairman, in the episode Conflict of Interest, portraying him as a bumbling figure who loses his freedom of speech after a series of absurd injuries. It’s a sharp jab at censorship and political overreach, but it’s also a reminder of South Park’s ability to turn real-world controversies into comedy gold.
So, when can we expect more? After a two-week hiatus, South Park returns with new episodes on October 29, November 12, November 26, and December 10. But the real question is: Can we handle what they’re serving up next? Love it or hate it, South Park isn’t holding back—and neither should the conversation. What do you think? Is the show crossing the line, or is it the voice of reason in a world gone mad? Let’s hear it in the comments.
