‘South Park’ Continues Its Critique on Crypto

The animated series South Park has brought back its satirical take on the cryptocurrency sector in its latest episode. Digital currencies like Bitcoin have frequently served as targets for comedic criticism.

With its 27th season, South Park has established a legacy for bold satire regarding various societal issues, including multiple playful jabs at crypto. While some individuals in the industry might not appreciate the mockery, references to crypto in popular media are generally considered indicators of mainstream acceptance.

Here are some notable moments when cryptocurrencies appeared in pop culture:

“We got Kalshi in South Park before GTA 6”
— Kalshi (@Kalshi) September 25, 2025

Prediction market applications Kalshi and Polymarket were humorously portrayed in South Park*.

The Rise of Bitcoin as NFTs Face Criticism

The recent episode involved betting markets and even featured a spoof of Fox News discussing whether President Trump and Satan’s child would be a boy or girl.

Earlier South Park episodes tackled Bitcoin, such as a 2021 special where Bitcoin was depicted as both a legitimate currency and a fraud.

Bitcoin dipped after Nov. 25, but that was likely due to the emergence of a new coronavirus variant rather than ‘South Park.’

The show previously criticized NFTs in a December 2021 episode, depicting it as a madness that caused chaos for its characters.

How Other Shows have Explored Crypto

In February 2020, The Simpsons aired an episode where Jim Parsons explained cryptocurrency fundamentals, highlighting a serious educational perspective.

The Impact of Celebrity Endorsements

Matt Damon starred in a widely critiqued commercial for Crypto.com during Bitcoin’s peak. He emphasized the importance of bravery in pursuit of new ventures, but afterwards, the crypto market saw severe downturns.

Bitcoin’s journey post-Damon’s Crypto.com commercial.

In 2021, Saturday Night Live showcased Elon Musk discussing Dogecoin, which resulted in a significant spike in its value but later caused many to incur losses as prices plummeted.

Conclusion

As times change, the portrayal of cryptocurrencies in media continues to evolve, impacting public perception and investment attitudes significantly.