Melina KhanUSA TODAY
Sept. 16, 2026, 8:58 a.m. ET
“South Park” is back with a new season and a new name.
The animated series is returning on Sept. 16 after changing its name to “South America.” Creators Trey Parker and Matt Stone announced the marketing stunt earlier this month in a jab at President Donald Trump.
“Inspired by the bravery and patriotism of Apple and Google, we are changing the name of ‘South Park’ to ‘SOUTH AMERICA,'” they said in a Sept. 8 statement.
The move poked fun at Trump signing an executive order ordering his administration to change the name of Lake Ontario to Lake America. Google Maps and Apple Maps both adopted the new name for users in the United States.
The show’s two most recent seasons were heavily focused on Trump as a central villain character in a storyline where he is romantically involved with Satan.
Here’s what to know about Season 29 of “South Park,” now known as “South America.”
When does ‘South Park’ premiere?
Season 29 of “South Park” – or “South America” – premieres on Wednesday, Sept. 16 at 10 p.m. ET/PT on Comedy Central.
The premiere episode is titled “South American Biker Gangs.” According to a press release, the episode’s log line reads: “When e-bikes arrive in South America, the boys take over the streets and the parents of South America can hardly recognize South America.”
‘South Park’ Season 29 release schedule
“South Park” Season 29 will air Wednesdays on Comedy Central. The season’s episodes will be released on the following dates:
- Sept. 16
- Sept. 30
- Oct. 14
- Oct. 28
- Nov. 11
- Nov. 25
How to watch ‘South America’ AKA ‘South Park’
The Emmy-winning series premieres on Comedy Central and can be streamed next day on Paramount+.
The streaming service has monthly or annual subscription plans to choose from. Its Essential plan, which includes ads, costs $8.99 per month or $89.99 for the year. The Premium plan, which does not have ads, is $13.99 per month or $139.99 per year.
Why did ‘South Park’ change its name to ‘South America’?
“South Park” changed its name to “South America” in a marketing stunt inspired by similar orders from Trump.
The president has signed directives to change the names of geographic areas including the Gulf of Mexico to Gulf of America and, more recently, Lake Ontario to Lake of America. He has also floated the prospect of pushing to rename New Mexico to “New America.”
The creators of “South Park” have long used the show to poke fun at the president and his policies.
Earlier this month, after winning an Emmy Award for outstanding animated program, the show’s official Instagram account posted a photo of an animated character with Trump’s face on it.
The character appears with his pants down, holding an Emmy along with the text, “You finally got your Emmy.” Trump has previously complained about never winning an Emmy for his NBC series “The Apprentice,” which was nominated eight times throughout its run.
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