South Park’s 27th season has returned with controversy, taking aim at former President Donald Trump, Paramount, and CBS. The premiere follows the show’s massive $1.5 billion deal with Paramount to produce 50 episodes over five years. Some fans joked that the episode felt like it was made “in just 48 hours.”

The storyline features Trump suing the town of South Park for $5 billion after they refuse to put a reincarnated Jesus in schools. One scene shows Trump in bed with Satan, which triggered a strong response from the White House. A spokesperson said, “This show hasn’t been relevant for over 20 years and is desperate for attention. President Trump has delivered on more promises in six months than any other president in history.”

South Park referencing paramount and Colbert’s cancellation 😭pic.twitter.com/vDDw1CcEvb

— Rhi | SP S27 (@TlTANICSSS) July 24, 2025

Fans quickly noticed jokes referencing Paramount’s recent issues, including the cancellation of The Late Show with Stephen Colbert. “Matt and Trey after getting $1 billion and making an episode in under 48 hours,” one fan posted on social media.

Co-creator Trey Parker, when asked about the backlash at Comic-Con, simply said they were “terribly sorry,” offering no further explanation.