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South Park Premiere Draws 5.9M with Trump Satire

8/1/2025

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The season 27 premiere of "South Park," titled "Sermon on the Mount," captivated 5.9 million viewers with its sharp satire of President Trump and parent company Paramount. The episode took aim at Paramount's $16 million settlement with Trump and CBS's cancellation of "The Late Show," showcasing creators Parker and Stone's fearless commentary on corporate controversies.

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The season 27 premiere of "South Park," titled "Sermon on the Mount," captivated 5.9 million viewers with its sharp satire of President Trump and parent company Paramount. The episode took aim at Paramount's $16 million settlement with Trump and CBS's cancellation of "The Late Show," showcasing creators Parker and Stone's fearless commentary on corporate controversies.