15 Funniest South Park Episodes of All Time, Ranked
Whether it's turning video games into epic battles or creating parodies of popular movies, this show's blend of humor and satire is unmatched.
15. Make Love, Not Warcraft (Season 10, Episode 8)
In a world where pixels rule (yeah, the virtual realm of World of Warcraft), our foursome finds themselves combatting a player so powerful, he's making the game, well, not fun. Kyle, Stan, Cartman, and Kenny? They gear up, bingeing on Hot Pockets and leveling up to defeat the menace. It's nerdom meets classic South Park flair. Also, Cartman's 'waste disposal' strategy? It's the stuff of legends. Really makes you wonder, when's it ever too much gaming? For them, never.
14. The Return of the Fellowship of the Ring to the Two Towers (Season 6, Episode 13)
Picture this: Middle Earth descends upon Colorado. And no, it's not another reboot. Stan, Kyle, Cartman, and Kenny are entrusted with a VHS (remember those?). Their mission? To return it. But this isn't just any tape; it's the 'adult movie' their parents rented. Their journey mirrors that of Frodo and company, but with the typical South Park twist. Orks, mistaken tapes, and Butters' very 'educational' experience. Tolkien would be both horrified and amused. Ever mix up tapes and end up in a fantasy saga? No? Just them?
13. Good Times with Weapons (Season 8, Episode 1)
Enter the world of anime. When the boys purchase martial arts weapons, they transform into Japanese warriors, at least in their vivid imaginations. However, reality hits (quite literally) when Kenny throws a ninja star into Butters' eye. Ouch. Trying to hide their actions results in hilarious antics. An anime-style South Park episode – who'd have thought? The juxtaposition of the boys' ninja fantasy with the real world? Pure comedic gold. But remember, weapons aren't toys – or are they?
12. Casa Bonita (Season 7, Episode 11)
Ah, Casa Bonita, the Disneyland of Mexican restaurants. Cartman's delight knows no bounds when Kyle invites him. But there's a twist; he can only go if Butters remains missing. So, what does Cartman do? Mislead Butters into thinking an apocalypse has occurred, of course. The lengths he goes to, all for some cliff divers and sopapillas! It's a riot from start to finish. Makes you ponder: what would you do for your favorite eatery?
11. AWESOM-O (Season 8, Episode 5)
When you think of Cartman, master of disguise might not come to mind. But when he dresses as a robot named AWESOM-O to learn Butters' secrets, the results are... unexpected. From being trapped in the costume to getting targeted by Hollywood execs for movie ideas, it's Cartman in one of his most ridiculous plots yet. A robot that farts? Classic. Have you ever taken a prank too far? Cartman has.
10. Trapped in the Closet (Season 9, Episode 12)
Scientology and R&B crooner R. Kelly? Yep, it's a South Park episode. When Stan's declared the reincarnation of Scientology's founder, the town goes bonkers. And then there's Tom Cruise, trapped in the closet, while R. Kelly croons away. Controversial? Sure. Hysterical? Absolutely. The episode feels like a wild fever dream. I mean, who melds religion, celebrities, and a dramatic R&B song? Only South Park.
9. Scott Tenorman Must Die (Season 5, Episode 4)
Revenge is a dish best served... chili? Cartman's diabolical plan to get back at Scott Tenorman for selling him pubic hair unfolds with Shakespearean wickedness. Deceit, Radiohead, and a chili cook-off make for a rollercoaster of emotions. The ending is both horrifying and a testament to Cartman's pettiness. Makes one wonder, how spicy can revenge really get?
8. Black Friday Trilogy (Season 17, Episodes 7-9)
Black Friday. The most dangerous shopping day of the year. But in South Park? It's the stage for an epic battle, mirroring Game of Thrones. The kids, split between Xbox and PlayStation factions, gear up to grab the best deals. Parodying consumer culture and blending it with the power struggles of Westeros? Genius. Ever camped out for a deal only to find yourself in a medieval battle? Just another day in South Park.
7. Fishsticks (Season 13, Episode 5)
Who doesn't love a good joke? Especially one involving fishsticks. This episode revolves around a joke that becomes a nationwide sensation. But when Kanye West fails to see the humor, things go awry. It's a hysterical observation on celebrity egos and pop culture. I mean, who can forget Kanye's mermaid fixation? An episode that poses the question: Do you like fishsticks?
6. The Losing Edge (Season 9, Episode 5)
Ah, youth sports. Fun, right? But the boys are hell-bent on losing to avoid playing baseball all summer. It's an anti-sports episode where the worse they play, the better their chances. Add Randy's absurd fights with other dads, and it's a home run in humor. You ever tried to be the best at being the worst? A true conundrum.
5. Imaginationland Trilogy (Season 11, Episodes 10-12)
A place where all imaginations come alive – a wonderland. Until terrorists attack and fictional evil characters take over. From a terrorist plot to Cartman's quest to make Kyle fulfill a very unpleasant promise, it's a whirlwind. Santa Claus, Aslan, Luke Skywalker, all in one episode. Ever had your imagination run wild and then utterly betray you? Welcome to Imaginationland.
4. Tweek x Craig (Season 19, Episode 6)
Oh, young love. Or, at least, the town's perception of it. When the town believes Tweek and Craig are a couple due to some fan art, things spiral. It's a commentary on the acceptance of LGBTQ+ relationships, but in the quirky South Park way. And with Tweek and Craig monetizing their perceived relationship? Absolute hilarity. Ever had a rumor become a business venture? Only in South Park.
3. Over Logging (Season 12, Episode 6)
No internet. The horror, right? The town's citizens, including the Marsh family, go into a frenzy when the internet disappears. The depiction of the internet as a vital resource is both funny and eerily accurate. Randy's desperate attempt to find some internet connection? Pure gold. Can you even imagine a day without Wi-Fi? Nightmare fuel.
2. Medicinal Fried Chicken (Season 14, Episode 3)
Randy will go to absurd lengths for what he loves. In this case, to get his hands on some medicinal marijuana. How, you ask? By giving himself cancer, naturally. Meanwhile, Cartman deals in KFC like it's an illicit substance. It's an outrageous take on medical ethics and the black market. What would you risk for your guilty pleasure?
1. The Coon (Season 13, Episodes 2)
Superheroes in South Park? You bet. Cartman becomes a vigilante called The Coon but faces competition from the mysterious Mysterion. The identity reveal, the fights, the classic South Park sass – it's all here. Makes you ponder, if you were a superhero, would you be the celebrated savior or the town joke?