Lewd, crude and politically astute: South Park's history of controversy
Briefly

South Park's creators Trey Parker and Matt Stone have secured a five-year, 10-episode-per-season deal with Paramount for $1.5bn. This announcement coincided with public backlash against Paramount for canceling The Late Show due to a political controversy. The season's premiere takes aim at Paramount and CBS while featuring a controversial portrayal of Donald Trump. The episode aired amidst discussions of censorship and creative freedom, showcasing Parker and Stone's tradition of pushing boundaries and tackling hot-button issues, emphasizing their provocative style that has defined South Park's legacy.
Parker and Stone’s billion-dollar deal with Paramount did not deter them from criticizing the studio, taking sharp jabs at Paramount and CBS for their compliance with political pressure.
The season premiere of South Park's 27th season has quickly become the show's most controversial episode, featuring a depiction of Trump as a petty, predatory tyrant.
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