South Park: Everything You Need To Know

Since its 1997 premiere, South Park, the Emmy®-winning animated Comedy Central series from creators Trey Parker and Matt Stone, has found humor in the absurdities of everyday life. Troublemakers Stan, Kyle, Cartman, and Kenny navigate school, family, and life in their fictional mountain town in Colorado, where ordinary childhood problems spiral into outrageous takes on current events and culture.

Now in Season 29, the hit comedy is streaming on Paramount+, with new episodes arriving the day after they air on Comedy Central.

Whether you’re meeting Stan, Kyle, Cartman, and Kenny for the first time or catching up on the newest episode, here’s your guide on all things South Park, including the latest Season 29 release schedule, how you can watch the show, and what you need to know about the main characters.

Key facts

Premiered: Aug. 13, 1997
Network: Comedy Central
Streaming: Paramount+
Creators: Trey Parker and Matt Stone
Genre: Adult animated comedy/satire
Current season: Season 29
Season 29 premiere: Sept. 16, 2026, on Comedy Central; Sept. 17, 2026 on Paramount+
Season 29 episodes: 6 confirmed
Release cadence: New episodes every other Wednesday on Comedy Central and streaming next day on Paramount+

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Where to watch South Park

Every episode of South Park is available to stream on Paramount+. That’s more than 300 episodes to watch at your heart’s content.

Currently in its 29th season, new episodes of South Park premiere every other Wednesday at 10 PM ET/PT on Comedy Central before arriving on Paramount+ the following day in the U.S.

South Park Season 29 release schedule

South Park Season 29, which consists of six episodes, premiered Sept. 16, 2026, on Comedy Central. The series runs on a unique release schedule with new episodes premiering every other Wednesday on Comedy Central and streaming the next day on Paramount+ in the U.S.

Here is the Season 29 release schedule:

Season 29 Episode 1, “South American Biker Gangs”
- Premiered Sept. 16 on Comedy Central
- Streaming Sept. 17 on Paramount+
Season 29 Episode 2, “Billionaire Weenietown”
- Premiered Sept. 30 on Comedy Central
- Streaming Oct. 1 on Paramount+
Season 29 Episode 3
- Premiering Wednesday, Oct. 14 on Comedy Central
- Streaming Thursday, Oct. 15 on Paramount+
Season 29 Episode 4
- Premiering Wednesday, Oct. 28 on Comedy Central
- Streaming Thursday, Oct. 29 on Paramount+
Season 29 Episode 5
- Premiering Nov. 11 on Comedy Central
- Streaming Nov. 12 on Paramount+
Season 29 Episode 6
- Premiering Nov. 25 on Comedy Central
- Streaming Nov. 26 on Paramount+

What is South Park about?

South Park follows the misadventures of four foul-mouthed, troublemaking boys — Stan, Kyle, Cartman, and Kenny — in a fictional small town in the Colorado Rockies. Between school, family life, and neighborhood trouble, the four friends have a knack for getting caught up in unpredictable (and usually absurd) situations that spiral well beyond typical childhood problems.

The animated comedy often mixes crude humor and surreal storylines with social commentary and topical satire, taking aim at everything from celebrity culture to politics. While Stan, Kyle, Cartman, and Kenny are at the show’s core, a sprawling cast of memorable supporting characters, including their classmate Butters, Stan’s father Randy, and their teacher Mr. Garrison, has allowed South Park to branch out from the boys’ adventures and explore the lives of the town’s other residents.

South Park cast and characters

Meet the four foul-mouthed friends at the heart of South Park — and a few other characters who help turn small-town life into chaos.

Stan Marsh

Stan Marsh is one of South Park’s four main boys and often serves as the group’s comparatively grounded voice of reason, reacting skeptically to the chaos around him. Stan is voiced by Trey Parker.

Kyle Broflovski

Kyle Broflovski is Stan’s best friend and frequently clashes with Cartman, whose offensive antics often test his patience. Principled and outspoken, Kyle questions the absurdity around him and pushes back when something feels wrong. Kyle is voiced by Matt Stone.

Eric Cartman

Eric Cartman is selfish, scheming, and rarely willing to take no for an answer, making him the instigator behind many of the group’s misadventures. His outsized ego and explosive tantrums make him one of South Park’s most recognizable characters. Cartman is voiced by Trey Parker.

Kenny McCormick

Kenny McCormick rounds out the main foursome, recognizable by his orange parka and muffled speech. His frequent deaths (and reappearances) are a running joke in the early seasons. Kenny is voiced by Matt Stone.

Other fan-favorite characters

Beyond the core four, South Park fan-favorite characters include Butters, Stan’s father Randy, teacher Mr. Garrison, beloved school cook Chef, and fellow classmate Timmy.

Who created South Park?

South Park was created by Trey Parker and Matt Stone. The series was born out of the duo’s two animated short films from the 1990s, both titled The Spirit of Christmas, and premiered on Comedy Central in 1997. Parker and Stone remain central to the show’s writing, character voices, irreverent and satirical humor, and creative identity. Its signature construction-paper look gives South Park its instantly recognizable animation style.

What’s new in Season 29?

South Park Season 29 brings fresh chaos to town, with episodes exploring e-bike culture, billionaire influence, and the growing number of data centers in local communities. The show continues to pair everyday problems with pointed commentary on technology, politics, and cultural trends.

South Park Season 29 first-look photos

Get a first look at Stan, Kyle, Cartman, Kenny, and their fellow townspeople in South Park Season 29 below.

How long will South Park continue?

In 2025, Trey Parker and Matt Stone signed a five-year deal that includes 50 new episodes of South Park. Something to look forward to: South Park will also mark its 30th anniversary in 2027.

Watch South Park on Paramount+

Nearly three decades in, South Park still gets viewers talking. Whether you’re watching for the first time or returning for more, stream the series from the beginning or catch up on the latest episodes on Paramount+.

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FAQ

How many seasons of South Park are there?

There are currently 29 seasons of South Park.

Is South Park still making new episodes?

Yes. South Park is releasing new episodes for Season 29.

When did South Park first air?

South Park debuted Wednesday, Aug. 13, 1997, on Comedy Central.

What town is South Park based on?

Though the town of South Park is fictional, Trey Parker and Matt Stone — who both grew up in Colorado — loosely based it on real locations like Fairplay, Colorado.