South Park season 27 is back in the spotlight, but not for its latest jokes. Instead, it’s the show’s unusual release pattern that has fans buzzing. Paramount confirmed the animated hit will skip multiple weeks throughout September 2025, frustrating viewers who are used to a steady flow of weekly episodes. The changes raise questions about how the network is handling one of its biggest comedy franchises.

According to Deadline , Paramount is staggering episodes in a stop-and-go pattern, breaking from the traditional weekly schedule. The next air date after the August 25 episode won’t be until September 8, leaving a two-week gap. Other September airings will follow a similar pattern, meaning fans should expect intermittent breaks rather than consistent Fridays.

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