Since its debut on Comedy Central in 1997, South Park has become one of the highest rated TV shows of all time. With 27 seasons and counting, the show has created some of the most iconic episodes in television history. However, not all episodes have been fan favorites. In this article, we will rank the worst episodes of South Park according to fans and critics alike. From the most disliked to the least, we’ll take a look at the episodes that have made South Park one of the most beloved animated series of our time.
South Park has been a cultural phenomenon since it first aired in 1997. It has been praised for its thought-provoking satire and unapologetic approach to controversial topics. But this show is not without its missteps. Over the years, some episodes have been met with criticism and confusion from the show’s fan base. In this article, we’ll take a look at the worst episodes of South Park and rank them from most disliked to least.
For this ranking, we looked at both fan ratings and critical reviews to determine the worst episodes of South Park. We’ll also take a look at why each episode was so disliked. Whether it was an offensive plot line or an overall lack of humor, these episodes were deemed to be the worst of the bunch. So without further ado, let’s take a look at the worst South Park episodes ranked.
Written by Sophie and last updated on Apr 26, 2024.
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When Ike is claimed by his Canadian birth parents, the boys set out to gain an audience with the Canadian Prime Minister. Meanwhile, Cartman's biggest concern is that the boys don't spend all of Christmas in Canada.
The episode was rated 7,51 from 561 votes.
The owners of the Three Feathers Indian Casino have decided to buy out the town of South Park in order to create a super-highway from Denver to their Casino. The townfolk only have one night to make $350,000. So they head to the casino...
The episode was rated 7,60 from 610 votes.
After seeing an auditorium presentation on the dangers of smoking (and in some ways, not smoking), the boys light up behind the school and are soon caught in the middle of Rob Reiner's Anti-Tobacco campaign.
The episode was rated 7,62 from 628 votes.
After participating in a walk-out against the war in Iraq, Mr. Garrison tells the boys they have to write a report on the founding fathers. Cartman decides he's going to figure out a way to flashback to the past and learn all about history first hand.
The episode was rated 7,71 from 664 votes.
Jimmy is tired of the entire town talking about how great that "butthole" Christopher Reeve is. Jimmy and Timmy decide the only real "crips" are those who were crippled from birth. They then decide to seek out a gang with similar feelings. It's safe to say Stan, Kyle, Cartman, and Kenny are staying out of this one.
The episode was rated 7,76 from 682 votes.
For a report on Cultural Diversity, Cartman chooses to do one on Latinos in the arts with the help of a Jennifer Lopez hand puppet. Later, at the mall, the puppet insists they make a music video, which launches the hand puppet's musical career. There's just one problem, the REAL J-Lo shows up to protest the hand's authenticity.
The episode was rated 7,79 from 671 votes.
The boys are at the bus stop and they seem to be reliving events that they went through 6 seasons earlier; that is Kyle "kicking the baby" his little brother Ike and Cartman talking about his strange dream, which the other boys identify as visitors. What's going on in South Park? Did the boys travel back in time, or is some sinister force at work?
The episode was rated 7,80 from 727 votes.
The boys are given a detention due to their attitudes in art class. Cartman decides that they need to toilet paper (TP) the art teacher's house in revenge.
The episode was rated 7,83 from 681 votes.
In an effort to find some closure in breaking up with Wendy, the boys take Stan to Raisins (a junior Hooters) so he can forget about her. Meanwhile, a trip to Raisins does big things for Butters, as he falls in love with a waitress.
The episode was rated 7,86 from 663 votes.
The boys are playing "junior detectives," and have to find a kidnapped doll. After a daring rescue, they are taken back to Park County Police Headquarters. Upon their arrival, the Chief makes them "real" junior detectives and gives them their first assignment: breaking up a meth lab. The boys soon learn being real detectives isn't as fun as they thought.
The episode was rated 7,86 from 694 votes.
Due to a rise in deaths due to senior citizens behind the wheel, the State of Colorado has revoked all the driver licenses of senior citizens. Soon after, the AARP shows up to fight for the rights of their comrades.
The episode was rated 7,87 from 633 votes.
The metrosexual fad has hit South Park thanks to the "Queer Eye Guys," and all the men in town are affected, except for Kyle and his Dad. Stan, Kenny, and Cartman give Kyle a makeover, and Gerald isn't far behind. Soon the women of South Park grow tired of the fad, as does Mr. Garrison.
The episode was rated 7,91 from 751 votes.
The boys have hit a crossroads with their band "Moop." Cartman wants the band to play Christian Rock, and leaves the band when Stan, Kyle, and Kenny don't agree. Before leaving, Cartman bets Kyle $10 that he will get a platinum album with a Christian Rock band before "Moop" can.
The episode was rated 8,11 from 736 votes.
The South Park episode, "All About Mormons" is a classic for many viewers. The episode follows the story of the new 4th grade student, Gary Harrison, who is a Mormon from Utah. The other kids decide that Gary needs to get his "ass kicked," and Stan is chosen to do it. After an awkward exchange of words, Stan is invited to Gary's house, where he learns all about Mormons. The episode is highly rated, with a 9.5/10 score. It is praised for its comedic use of olden times videos or scenes from history, as well as its "kill em with kindness" vibe. The show brings up the idea that Mormons, despite their hard-to-believe origin story, have core teachings that are beneficial to their followers. It is ultimately an ecumenical and optimistic take from South Park, with plenty of laughs to be had.
However, some viewers wished that the episode could have shown the modus operandi of cults a bit more directly, as the Mormons are made to look like any other church. Nevertheless, the episode is still highly praised for its comedic and ecumenical take on the subject.
The episode was rated 8,15 from 750 votes.
In the South Park episode "Casa Bonita", Kyle is going to celebrate his birthday at the popular amusement park Casa Bonita. He is only allowed to bring three friends and decides to take Stan, Kenny, and Butters. Cartman, who was not invited, is outraged and comes up with a plan to take Butters out of the picture. After his plan fails, Cartman has an epic anti-Semitic rant at Kyle, causing the whole town to panic and leading him to juvenile hall for a week.
The episode "Casa Bonita" is full of mayhem and surprises. Cartman's plan to take Butters out of the picture is dramatic and outrageous. His epic anti-Semitic rant at Kyle is a twisted beauty that causes the entire town to panic and leads him to juvenile hall. In the end, despite the chaos he caused, Cartman proudly proclaims that it was all worth it.
The episode was rated 8,34 from 757 votes.
