Where can I watch Season 27 of 'South Park'? How to see the Trump episode
Season 27 kicked off on July 23, and the series creators, Trey Park and Matt Stone, decided they wanted to come out swinging. The episode has it all – Trump, Satan, the death of 'wokeness' and even taking aim at its parent company, Paramount.
If you're experiencing some pop culture FOMO, here's how to watch the new – and the old – seasons of 'South Park.'
Opinion: 'South Park' Trump episode goes scorched earth. And I'm here for it
What season of 'South Park' are they on?
"South Park" is on Season 27. The premiere aired on Wednesday, July 23, 2025.
Where to watch 'South Park' Season 27 premiere
If you missed the season 27 premiere of "South Park" when it aired on cable on July 23, you'll be able to find it - and the rest of the new season's episodes - the next day on Paramount+.
As of Wednesday, Paramount+ is the new streaming home of "South Park" for the next five years. The show's entire library previously lived on HBO Max for the last five years.
What network is South Park on?
"South Park" is on Comedy Central, which is owned by Paramount Global.
Where to watch 'South Park'
For those still clinging to cable, new episodes of "South Park" air on Comedy Central every Wednesday at 10 p.m. Arizona time.
Where to stream most recent 'South Park' episode
Fans can stream new episodes of "South Park" the day after they air on cable on Paramount+.
Monthly plans for Paramount+ start at $12.99. For the full breakdown of plan options, visit paramountplus.com.
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