“South Park” returned with a chaotic and headline-grabbing Season 28 premiere this week, thrusting Peter Thiel into the spotlight as the show tackled viral TikTok trends, apocalyptic prophecies, and Donald Trump’s bizarre role in the birth of the Antichrist. The long-awaited episode aired on Comedy Central after a sudden end to Season 27, which concluded abruptly after just five episodes instead of the planned 10.
The new episode wasted no time diving into controversy, blending real-world figures with satire in true “South Park” fashion. Central to the plot is Thiel, the billionaire co-founder of Palantir, who visits South Park Elementary to warn students about the imminent arrival of the Antichrist — a storyline that spirals into absurdity as the school becomes obsessed with a cryptic “6-7” TikTok trend.
Peter Thiel’s Apocalyptic Warning Collides With TikTok Chaos
The Season 28 premiere opens with PC Principal attempting to regain control over South Park Elementary amid what he calls “satanic numerology” linked to the “6-7” craze. He enlists Peter Thiel, introduced as an “absolute expert on the end of days,” to explain the supposed connection between biblical prophecy and the mysterious numbers.
Thiel delivers an ominous lecture, claiming the Antichrist — a “newer, more human form of Satan” — could walk the Earth “within six to seven weeks.” Students immediately chant “6-7!” in response, turning his warning into a running gag. Thiel then suggests that Satan could not conceive a child until Donald Trump came along, alleging the former president is uniquely suited for this apocalyptic role. He even speculates Trump’s anatomy measures “six to seven centimeters,” prompting yet another round of chants.
Determined to stop the demonic influence, Thiel joins PC Principal and school counselor Jesus Christ to investigate. He deploys AI facial recognition to monitor student behavior, noting the recurrence of the “6-7” gesture across the school — even in the girls’ bathroom, which raises ethical questions about surveillance. Thiel brushes off the concerns, insisting it’s necessary “to stop the Antichrist.”
As the plot unfolds, it’s revealed that Thiel is secretly working with U.S. Senator JD Vance, who hopes to prevent the Antichrist’s birth and claim Trump’s legacy for himself. Thiel believes one boy may be central to the mystery: Eric Cartman.
Cartman Becomes the Focus of a Bizarre Exorcism
In a parody of “The Exorcist,” Thiel visits Cartman’s home to perform an exorcism. His attempts to maintain a serious tone backfire when Cartman bursts into uncontrollable laughter after Thiel mentions his Uber ride took “six or seven minutes.” The scene culminates in Cartman vomiting on Thiel, forcing him to abandon the exorcism. Thiel warns Cartman’s mother that her son must be taken to Washington, D.C., claiming that “everything we hold dear could end” if he fails to “unlock the secrets he holds.”
The “6-7” trend itself is rooted in reality. It originates from the rap song “Doot Doot (6 7)” by American artist Skrilla, which exploded on TikTok thanks to a hand gesture created by influencer Maverick Trevillain, dubbed “The 67 Kid.” The phrase has no real meaning but functions as a viral inside joke — now amplified by “South Park’s” satirical treatment.
Real-World Controversy Meets Satire
The episode’s portrayal of Peter Thiel is a sharp commentary on his recent real-life remarks. As reported by The Washington Post, Thiel’s private lectures accused climate activist Greta Thunberg and critics of artificial intelligence of being “legionnaires of the Antichrist.” By weaving these claims into its storyline, “South Park” blurs the line between satire and reality, adding a biting layer of social commentary.
This bold approach underscores “South Park’s” continued relevance after nearly three decades on air. By fusing internet culture with political power dynamics, the show reflects the bizarre intersections of technology, religion, and celebrity in modern discourse — all while poking fun at their absurd extremes.
“South Park” Season 28 has started with a bang, positioning Peter Thiel at the center of one of its most provocative storylines yet. With the “6-7” trend now part of the show’s legacy and more chaos likely to follow, fans are eager to see how the Antichrist saga unfolds in upcoming episodes.
FYI (keeping you in the loop)-
Q1: What is Peter Thiel’s role in the new “South Park” season?
Peter Thiel appears as himself, warning South Park Elementary about the coming of the Antichrist and investigating a viral “6-7” trend he believes is linked to it.
Q2: What does “6-7” mean in “South Park”?
“6-7” originates from a TikTok trend based on Skrilla’s song “Doot Doot (6 7).” It’s used as a joke chant throughout the episode, mocking Thiel’s warnings.
Q3: Why did Season 27 of “South Park” end early?
Comedy Central confirmed that Season 27 concluded after five episodes instead of 10, but no explanation was provided. Season 28 began abruptly after a three-week break.
Q4: How does Donald Trump factor into the episode?
Thiel claims Satan could not conceive a child until Trump, whose anatomy supposedly enables the birth of the Antichrist, entered the picture.
Q5: What real-world comments by Peter Thiel are referenced?
Thiel’s real-life remarks labeling Greta Thunberg and AI critics as “legionnaires of the Antichrist” are referenced and satirized in the episode.
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