South Park fans are eagerly anticipating the third episode of Season 27. Following a scheduled hiatus, the animated show returned in July 2025 with new ideas but still retaining its unique appearance.
Episode 3 of South Park Season 27 will air on Comedy Central on Wednesday, August 13, 2025, at 10 pm ET/PT, per GamesRadar. For those who prefer streaming, Episode 3 is set to be released in Paramount+ on Thursday, August 14, 2025, around 6 am ET / 3 am PT.
So, what's happened this season so far, and how, when and where to watch Season 27? Read on for the details, we 've got you covered..
South Park Season 27 Episode 3 release date and time
The next episode releases on August 13, 2025. As always, fresh installments air on Wednesdays at 10 pm ET/PT on Comedy Central in the United States. There are no delays reported yet.
South Park Season 27 Episode 3 streaming details
If you would rather stream than tune in live, Episode 3 should hit Paramount+ on Thursday, August 14, 2025, usually around 6 am ET / 3 am PT. Following South Park's departure from HBO Max last month, the only streaming service available in the US is now Paramount+.
If you prefer live streaming, Comedy Central is available through streaming TV options like DirecTV Stream, YouTube TV, Sling TV, Hulu + Live TV, Fubo, and Philo.
What went down in the last episode
Episode 2, titled Got a Nut, aired August 6, 2025, and had the boys caught up in a weird new trend around town. In South Park tradition, the episode mixed elements of satire with irreverent social commentary, to produce the chaos that one sees only in this town. In passing, there were veiled intimations that some of the episode's storylines might resurface later in the season.
What to expect from the next episode
In South Park Season 27 Episode 3, the audience can look forward to the show staying true to its signature blend of biting political commentary and outlandish cultural satire, and picking up on the gross elements of Episode 2. Although not revealed, fans would sure hope that the show continues making fun of contemporary political personalities and contentious issues, extending perhaps to the 2024 US election.
Old timers like Randy Marsh, PC Principal, and the main boys might find themselves in the spotlight in new, unexpected circumstances, mixing surreal humor with incisive social commentary. Going by the last few episodes, viewers can expect quick-witted jokes, sudden turns of plot, and the sort of irreverent storytelling that has characterized South Park for decades.
Details about South Park Season 27
Season 27 has 10 episodes in all, the longest since Season 23, with new episodes releasing weekly. In streaming terms, taking South Park to Paramount+ means viewers can now access all the seasons and new episodes in one location for the first time in years.
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