Hollywood Hit Comedy ‘South Park’ Satirizes Weight Loss Drug Craze in New Streaming Special

The latest streaming special from the hit comedy ‘South Park’ dives into the craze surrounding the weight loss drug Ozempic that has taken over Hollywood in recent times. Titled ‘South Park: The End of Obesity,’ the special follows the characters of the quiet mountain town as they navigate the obsession with the medicine.

In this hilarious episode, the overweight and foul-mouthed Eric Cartman finds himself at the heart of the chaos when he is denied access to the trending weight loss drugs. Determined to shed the pounds, he enlists the help of his friends Kyle, Stan, Butters, and Kenny to secure the medication.

Cartman, facing his size woes in the mirror, waits for his friends who are dressed in lab coats and goggles, conducting experiments to prepare him for the drug intake. Butters exclaims the challenges they faced while dealing with the American healthcare system, adding a touch of satire to the modern-day healthcare struggles.

The streaming special is produced by MTV Entertainment Studios, with ‘South Park’ creators Trey Parker and Matt Stone serving as executive producers alongside Anne Garefino and Frank C. Agnone II. The talented team also includes Eric Stough, Adrien Beard, Bruce Howell, and Vernon Chatman as producers, bringing their creative genius to the show once again.

‘South Park: The End of Obesity’ adds to the list of exclusive streaming events that the show has delivered, including ‘South Park: Post COVID,’ ‘South Park: Post COVID: The Return of COVID,’ ‘South Park: The Streaming Wars,’ ‘South Park: The Streaming Wars Part 2,’ ‘South Park: Joining the Panderverse,’ and ‘South Park (Not Suitable For Children).’ All these specials can be enjoyed exclusively on the Paramount+ platform.

Originally debuting in 1997, ‘South Park’ has been a staple on Comedy Central for years, with a renewal plan taking the show through its 30th season, a remarkable achievement in the world of animated comedy. Fans can also catch up on old episodes on Comedy Central’s website and app, as well as on HBO Max.

The satirical take on the weight loss drug craze in ‘South Park: The End of Obesity’ promises viewers a blend of humor, wit, and social commentary, staying true to the show’s signature style that has endeared it to audiences for over two decades.

Don’t miss out on the laughter and insights that this special episode brings. Stream ‘South Park: The End of Obesity’ starting May 24th on Paramount+ and immerse yourself in the quirky world of the South Park residents facing a weighty dilemma.