Trump Was Not Going to Be Focus Until White House Pushback
The Hollywood Reporter • • entertainment
Key Points:
- Trey Parker and Matt Stone originally planned only one South Park episode focusing on President Donald Trump but extended the storyline throughout the year due to strong reactions and pushback.
- The duo described their approach as a "bully mentality," refusing to back down despite criticism, with Stone emphasizing their willingness to risk the show's future to make bold political statements.
- Season 27 premiered after a two-year hiatus amid a tense deal negotiation with Paramount, culminating in a reported $1.5 billion agreement for their production company, Park County.
- The White House publicly criticized the show following its Trump depiction, which included controversial imagery, fueling further episodes targeting the former president.
- South Park season 29 is set to premiere on September 16, with Parker and Stone humorously noting they will finalize episode plans just days before airing, consistent with their rapid production style.