South Park has a new name, and it has a new record. The show’s 29th season, titled “South American Biker Gangs,” is now the most-watched sitcom on streaming after a single episode. The twist: the show’s creators changed the name of their fictional town to mock President Donald Trump’s decision to rename the Gulf of Mexico and Lake Ontario as “America.” Fans worldwide rushed to Paramount Plus to see it, and the numbers followed fast.
The Name Change
Trey Parker and Matt Stone renamed their town to South America as a direct response to Trump’s decision. The joke is simple: the fictional town that once stood for a single country now stands for an entire continent.
The change caught viewers’ attention immediately. Within a day, the episode became the most-watched sitcom on streaming services across the globe. Thousands of viewers rushed to Paramount Plus to watch it once it went live. It was the runner-up for most popular TV show on Paramount Plus, topped only by Lioness.
Where It Streams
The show is not available everywhere yet. “South American Biker Gangs” airs on Comedy Central at 10 p.m. EDT/PDT and goes live on Paramount Plus the following day for viewers in the United States, Canada, and Australia. The rollout was regional.
Why the Record Matters
The record is notable because it comes from a single episode of a show that has been running for nearly three decades. The show’s longevity speaks for itself: 29 seasons is an impressive feat for any TV series, and it remains a cultural touchstone that regularly addresses current events.
The satire has always been pointed, but this season’s name change is unusually personal. The show’s creators took a risk by changing the title of their fictional world. The move criticized Trump’s decision to rename the Gulf of Mexico and Lake Ontario as “America,” and it landed with a global audience.
The Competition
Lioness topped the streaming rankings. That is the only other show named in the report, and it held the top spot while South Park ran second. For a show that has been around for nearly three decades, finishing behind a major hit is a strong position.
| Show | Platform | Position |
|---|---|---|
| South Park (“South American Biker Gangs”) | Paramount Plus | #1 sitcom |
| Lioness | Paramount Plus | #1 overall |
| South Park (“South American Biker Gangs”) | Paramount Plus | Runner-up for most popular TV show |
Key Facts Box
- Season: 29, titled “South American Biker Gangs”
- Streaming service: Paramount Plus
- Ranking: Most-watched sitcom after one episode
- Runner-up for most popular TV show: Lioness
- Availability: U.S., Canada, Australia
- Premiere time: 10 p.m. EDT/PDT on Comedy Central
The show’s creators have made a career out of satire that cuts deep. This season, they used their title as the joke. The numbers show that audiences around the world found it funny.
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