"It's currently in the form of its life and clocking up record ratings. Not bad for a cartoon about four potty-mouthed Colorado schoolboys. NSFW sitcom South Park might have been been on air since 1997, but it has never been more relevant. In an era when satirical talkshows are being axed, Trey Parker and Matt Stone's creation fulfils a vital function as it mercilessly mocks both sides of the political spectrum. Written and made the week of transmission, it has been able to incorporate topical stories and hold power to account."
"The Prince of Canada and his wife embark on a Worldwide Privacy Tour. When their private jet lands in South Park, they wave Stop looking at us! placards. The prince plugs his tell-all memoir, titled Waaagh, with monarchy-bashing interviews. Described in the episode as sorority girl, actress, influencer, victim, Meghan Markle was reportedly upset and overwhelmed. Rumours swirled that the pair were planning legal action. A spokesperson dismissed this as baseless, boring nonsense. Bit rude."
South Park is a long-running NSFW animated sitcom centered on four potty-mouthed Colorado schoolboys that has achieved record ratings and renewed relevance. The show skewers both sides of the political spectrum and deploys merciless satire against public figures. Episodes are written and produced in the week of transmission, enabling rapid incorporation of topical stories and real-time challenges to power. Paramount secured a five-year, 50-episode deal after competitive bidding. The programme's no-holds-barred approach to hot-button issues has produced sustained controversy and multiple high-profile complaints and legal rumblings over its portrayals.
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