South Park creators sign new deal with Paramount, library coming to Paramount+

The popular show South Park is here to stay! After some tense negotiations between creators Matt Stone and Trey Parker and Paramount, a new deal has been inked. This exciting news comes just in time for the season 27 premiere on July 23, which had already been postponed due to uncertainty about the show’s future.

Under the new five-year agreement, South Park will continue with 50 new episodes, set to air on Comedy Central. Even better, fans worldwide will soon be able to enjoy the full South Park library on Paramount+ as part of a new streaming partnership with South Park Digital Studios. And for U.S. viewers, new episodes will be available for streaming on Paramount+ the day after airing on Comedy Central.

The deal, reportedly valued at around $1.5 billion, has received praise from Stone and Parker, who expressed their gratitude for the extension. Stone thanked Paramount’s Chris McCarthy and Keyes Hill-Edgar for their support over the years and emphasized the team’s excitement to keep working on South Park. Parker echoed the sentiment, emphasizing their dedication to the show, their colleagues, and the fans, with a strong focus on creating something truly special in the coming years.

Exciting times are ahead for South Park fans as the show continues its run with new episodes and a move to Paramount+. Get ready for more laughs, satire, and social commentary from the talented creators behind this beloved series!