South Park is an animated satirical comedy series created by Trey Parker and Matt Stone, debuting in 1997 on Comedy Central. Set in the fictional town of South Park, Colorado, the show follows the misadventures of four boys—Stan Marsh, Kyle Broflovski, Eric Cartman, and Kenny McCormick—who, despite their age, encounter absurd and often controversial situations involving politics, pop culture, religion, and societal issues. The show is known for its dark humor, irreverent satire, and no-holds-barred approach to tackling sensitive topics, often using crude animation and biting commentary to make its points. With Trey Parker and Matt Stone serving as both writers and voices for most of the main characters, the show has maintained its edge over the years. Other key crew members include producer Anne Garefino and animation director Eric Stough. South Park remains one of the longest-running and most influential animated shows, challenging conventional boundaries in television.