South Park airs new episodes on Paramount Plus on Wednesdays at 8 p.m. ET

New South Park episodes release on Paramount Plus every Wednesday at 8 p.m. Eastern Time. The show has moved to Paramount Plus as its primary home, so this is where you'll find current-season episodes the day after they air on Comedy Central (which still broadcasts them Thursday nights). Past seasons are available to stream anytime if you have an active Paramount Plus subscription.

The exact release time can shift slightly depending on your time zone. If you're on the West Coast, that's 5 p.m. PT. Mountain and Central time zones fall in between. Paramount Plus typically makes new episodes available just after midnight Pacific Time on Wednesday mornings, so depending on where you live, you might see them available earlier in your day.

The show's schedule can change from season to season. Some years Paramount Plus has released multiple episodes per week during certain periods, while other seasons stick to one episode weekly. Checking the Paramount Plus app or website directly before Wednesday is the fastest way to confirm whether a new episode is dropping that week, since the show does take breaks between seasons.

Key Takeaways

  • New South Park episodes release on Paramount Plus every Wednesday at 8 p.m. ET, which is 5 p.m. PT for West Coast viewers.
  • Episodes become available just after midnight Pacific Time on Wednesday mornings, so you may be able to watch them earlier depending on your time zone.
  • The show takes breaks between seasons, so not every Wednesday will have a new episode — check the app to confirm.
  • Past seasons of South Park are available to stream anytime with a Paramount Plus subscription.
  • Comedy Central still airs episodes on Thursday nights, but Paramount Plus is the primary streaming home for the series.

How to find South Park on Paramount Plus

Open the Paramount Plus app or website and search for "South Park" in the search bar. The show will appear with a thumbnail image and a list of available seasons. Click on the most recent season to see which episodes have aired and which are coming next. You'll see the air date listed next to each episode title.

If you're looking for a specific season or episode, you can browse by season number. Paramount Plus keeps all past seasons available, so you can start from Season 1 or jump to whichever season you want to watch. The app will show you which episodes you've already watched if you're signed into your account.

What happens if you miss the Wednesday release

Episodes stay on Paramount Plus indefinitely once they're uploaded. You don't have a limited window to watch — if you miss Wednesday, you can watch the episode Thursday, next week, or months later. There's no expiration date on episodes once they're available on the platform.

If you want a reminder when new episodes drop, some streaming apps let you add shows to a watchlist or turn on notifications. Check your Paramount Plus account settings to see if this option is available in your region.

Paramount Plus subscription tiers and South Park access

South Park is available on both the ad-supported and ad-free tiers of Paramount Plus. You don't need a premium tier to watch the show — either subscription level gives you access to the full library. The difference between tiers is the number and frequency of ads you see during playback, not which shows are available.

If you have a Paramount Plus subscription through another service (like a bundle with other streaming platforms or through your cable provider), you can still watch South Park the same way. Log into the Paramount Plus app with your account credentials and search for the show.

Why South Park moved to Paramount Plus

Paramount Plus is owned by Paramount Global, the same parent company that owns Comedy Central. In 2022, South Park moved its primary streaming home to Paramount Plus while keeping episodes on Comedy Central for cable viewers. This means new episodes premiere on Paramount Plus first, then air on cable the next night.

The show's creators made a long-term deal with Paramount to produce new seasons exclusively for the streaming platform. This is why Paramount Plus is now the main place to watch current episodes, even though Comedy Central still airs them for people with cable access.

Checking for schedule changes and special releases

South Park occasionally releases special episodes or movies outside the regular Wednesday schedule. These might drop on different days or times, so it's worth checking the Paramount Plus app directly if you're looking for something specific. The show's official social media accounts and the Paramount Plus homepage usually announce special releases in advance.

During holidays or between seasons, there may be weeks with no new episodes. The app will show you the next scheduled release date if you're caught up on current episodes. You can also check Comedy Central's schedule online to see when episodes are airing on cable, which can give you a sense of when Paramount Plus will have them available.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I watch South Park on Paramount Plus if I don't have cable?

Yes. Paramount Plus is a standalone streaming service you can subscribe to without cable. You don't need a cable subscription to watch South Park — just a Paramount Plus account. New episodes release on Paramount Plus on Wednesday nights, so cable is not required.

Do I have to watch South Park live on Wednesday, or can I watch it later?

You can watch anytime after the Wednesday release. Episodes stay on Paramount Plus permanently once they're uploaded, so there's no important date. You can watch Wednesday night, Thursday morning, or weeks later — it makes no difference.

Are all past seasons of South Park on Paramount Plus?

Yes, Paramount Plus has the full library of past South Park seasons available to stream. You can watch from Season 1 onward. The show has been running since 1997, so there are many seasons to explore if you're new to the series.

What time does South Park air on Comedy Central?

Comedy Central airs new South Park episodes on Thursday nights at 10 p.m. ET. These are the same episodes that were on Paramount Plus the night before. If you have cable and prefer to watch on Comedy Central, you can tune in Thursday instead of streaming Wednesday.

Will South Park episodes ever leave Paramount Plus?

There's no indication that Paramount Plus plans to remove South Park episodes. Streaming services typically keep shows in their library permanently unless there's a licensing dispute or the service shuts down. As long as you have a Paramount Plus subscription, you should be able to access the episodes.