Thanks to Trump and Satan: South Park creators rejoice in viewer boom - South Park’s Matt Damon bets the show will outlive Trump’s political era
South Park co-creator Matt Damon has predicted that the show will outlast Trump's political influence. The show's resurgence is attributed to its willingness to tackle taboo subjects, including criticizing the Trump administration.
The show's creators, Matt Damon and Trey Parker, have faced criticism from Trump's team. A White House spokesperson dismissed the show as 'uninspired' and 'not relevant' after an episode featuring Trump's penis and Satan. Despite this, the creators maintain that they are not political but make fun of all extremists. The show's network, Comedy Central, has given them creative freedom to continue their satirical approach.
The show has seen a significant increase in viewership, with numbers roughly double that of the previous season. The first episode of Season 27, which featured a controversial scene involving Trump and Satan, helped boost viewership. Trump and his demonic storylines have become recurring themes in the show, with later episodes featuring Trump alongside other MAGA figures as punchlines.
Despite some fan fatigue with Trump jokes, South Park continues to attract viewers with its controversial humor. The show's creators suggest that it will likely evolve in the coming year, potentially moving away from its current focus on Trump-related humor. Matt Damon's prediction that the show will outlast Trump's influence remains to be seen, but the show's resilience and willingness to tackle taboo subjects have certainly contributed to its longevity.
