South Park is an iconic adult animated sitcom that has been airing on Comedy Central since 1997. It follows the misadventures of four grade-schoolers in South Park, Colorado. Its absurd humor and social commentary has earned it a cult following and critical praise. With 27 seasons, there are many great episodes to choose from. Here are our top picks for the best South Park episodes, ranked!
From classic episodes like "Scott Tenorman Must Die" and "Make Love, Not Warcraft" to more recent gems like "Band in China" and "Time to Get Cereal," South Park has offered up a wide variety of hilarious and thought-provoking stories over the years. With its blend of satire, parody, and wit, it's no wonder South Park is still going strong after 27 seasons.
Whether you're a die-hard fan or just getting into the show, these are the best South Park episodes you need to check out. From classic favorites to more recent standouts, there's something for everyone in this list of the best South Park episodes, ranked!
Written by Sophie and last updated on dec 20, 2024.
PS: The following content contains spoilers!
PPS: I will admit that parts of this page was written with the help of AI - it makes my work so much easier to not start from a blank page!
Competition is the name of the game this summer. There is no time for Jimmy and his friends to slack off. They're working to be this year's champions at summer camp. Jimmy suits up and prepares to shred in the annual surfing contest.
The episode was rated 7.18 from 690 votes.
The nation's top scientists come together to put a stop to the recent phenomenon of rich, successful men who suddenly want to have sex with many, many women. After extensive testing, some of the fourth grade boys in South Park Elementary are diagnosed as sex addicts.
The episode was rated 7.68 from 845 votes.
Cartman wants to race with the pros and he's ready to do whatever it takes to make it happen. He's afraid that no matter how hard he tries, he'll never reach the level of the other NASCAR drivers. Working with Butters as his pit boss, Cartman pulls out all the stops to compete in the race of his life.
The episode was rated 7.75 from 756 votes.
The boys are given a controversial book to read in school that both excites and inspires them to write one of their own. When the boys discover that Stan's mom has found their masterpiece, their new motivation is how they can stay out of trouble.
The episode was rated 7.80 from 766 votes.
New Jersey is rapidly taking over the nation one state at a time and their next stop is South Park.
The episode was rated 7.88 from 742 votes.
When Stan is sent to the school counselor because he's holding on to an obscene number of useless possessions, he realizes that Mr. Mackey has a hoarding disorder too.
The episode was rated 7.91 from 735 votes.
Angry celebrities, violent ginger kids and Mecha Streisand are about to destroy South Park and all anyone wants to know is, “Who is Eric Cartman’s father?”
The episode was rated 7.92 from 744 votes.
While on a school field trip, Stan accidentally insults Tom Cruise and sets off a chain reaction. 200 previously ridiculed celebrities stand strong in a class action lawsuit against the town of South Park.
The episode was rated 7.93 from 832 votes.
The Coon now leads an entire team of crime-fighters. They are ready to take their place among the worlds most admired and beloved super heroes. But much to the Coons dismay, someone else keeps beating them to the punch. The nation looks to another hero to get them through the BP disaster and dissention develops within the ranks of Coon and friends.
The episode was rated 7.98 from 736 votes.
Kyle "friended" the wrong person and now all of his old friends are deserting him. His situation is desperate. Kyle looks for help from the one person who has always been there for him.
The episode was rated 8.02 from 798 votes.
Led by Mysterion, Coon and Friends are working together to help the people in the Gulf who are at the mercy of the dark lord, Cthulhu. The Coon, scorned by his fellow super heroes and now working alone, is out for revenge.
The episode was rated 8.04 from 677 votes.
South Park's episode, Coon vs. Coon & Friends, is a thrilling story of superhero antics and morality. The eponymous Coon shows himself to be a villainous force and punishes the members of the Coon & Friends team. Kenny McCormick, the alter-ego of Mysterion, struggles to come to terms with his supernatural power of defying death. The nation waits and wonders where Captain Hindsight is, as the fate of Coon & Friends hangs in the balance.
The episode follows the trials and tribulations of the superhero team, Coon & Friends. The Coon reveals his true nature as an evil force and seeks to punish his former partners. Mysterion, with his power to defy death, is forced to grapple with the moral implications of his abilities. The nation is left in suspense, as they eagerly wait to see if Coon & Friends can defeat their now-evil leader. The episode ends with a cliffhanger, leaving viewers wondering whether Captain Hindsight will ever make an appearance.
The episode was rated 8.14 from 650 votes.
In the South Park episode "Crème Fraiche," Stan's life is thrown into chaos as his father Randy becomes obsessed with the Food Network. In turn, this forces Sharon to explore an interest of her own.
This episode is considered one of the sexiest episodes due to the inanimate objects that are causing the eroticism - food and exercise equipment. It's very South Park-esque! Additionally, viewers get to see Cartman's Gordon Ramsey use some authentic English swearing.
The episode was rated 8.16 from 804 votes.
In the South Park episode "Medicinal Fried Chicken," Randy is desperate to get a doctor's note in order to legally smoke marijuana in Colorado. Although he is turned away because he is healthy, Randy stops at nothing to get what he wants. Meanwhile, Cartman is determined to get his beloved fried chicken restaurant back.
This episode showcases Randy's wit and determination as he goes above and beyond to get his hands on legal marijuana. The Scarface references were also funny and clever, making the episode even more entertaining. Fans of the show will definitely enjoy Randy's antics in this episode and appreciate his dedication to his mission.
The episode was rated 8.21 from 915 votes.
