In a uproarious return to form, the latest South Park special has set the internet alight with a bizarre and brilliant political subplot. The episode, titled 'The End of Obesity', dedicates a significant portion of its runtime to the tumultuous romantic relationship between Satan and former US President Donald Trump.
The narrative arc sees Satan, voiced by co-creator Trey Parker, finally reaching his breaking point. In a heated exchange, the Prince of Darkness explicitly blames Trump for tarnishing his once-fearsome reputation. The implication is clear: even the literal embodiment of evil has found his association with the 45th president to be a bridge too far, a step too close to pure chaos.
This storyline is a direct continuation from the 2023 special 'South Park: Joining the Panderverse', which first introduced the world to this unexpected and hellish power couple. The ongoing joke brilliantly satirises the perceived moral flexibility and notoriety of Trump's political career by comparing it to the ultimate source of evil.
The main plot of the new episode focuses on the character Eric Cartman, who sees a golden opportunity in the American healthcare system's approval of new weight-loss drugs. The special is currently available for streaming exclusively on Paramount+, serving as a major draw for the platform's subscribers.
This is not the first time South Park has set its satirical sights on Trump. The show has a long history of lampooning the businessman-turned-politician, famously depicting him as a giant, screeching baby in the past. The Satan storyline, however, adds a new layer of absurdist humour to their ongoing commentary.
As always, creators Trey Parker and Matt Stone have proven they remain masters of cultural commentary, using outrageous comedy to reflect on the state of modern American politics and celebrity culture. The episode has quickly become a major talking point amongst fans and critics alike.
