Ep 2. Cartman Sucks
- TVMA
- March 14, 2007
- 22 min
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8.9 (4,368)
In South Park season 11 episode 2, titled "Cartman Sucks," the show takes a closer look at the often-times contentious but always hilarious relationship between two of its most beloved characters: Eric Cartman and Butters Stotch.
Butters, who is typically a target of ridicule and torment from Cartman and his cohorts, becomes the focus of Cartman's ire after he mistakenly believes that Butters has been spreading rumors about him - rumors that suggest that Cartman might be a homosexual.
Unwilling to let such accusations stand, Cartman sets out on a mission to prove that he is not, in fact, gay, but in the process, he ends up revealing some uncomfortable truths about his own sexuality - truths that he would much rather keep buried.
Meanwhile, Butters is dealing with his own set of problems: after discovering that his father has been engaging in some questionable online behavior, he becomes consumed with shame and guilt, and finds himself struggling to cope with the stress and anxiety that comes with keeping such a dark secret.
Despite the heavy subject matter, "Cartman Sucks" manages to balance its darker themes with plenty of classic South Park humor, with several memorable scenes and lines that are sure to leave viewers laughing out loud.
Throughout the episode, fans of the show will be treated to the same biting social commentary and witty satire that they've come to expect from the series, with topics ranging from the absurdity of internet trolling to the dangers of toxic masculinity.
All in all, "Cartman Sucks" is a standout episode in an already impressive season, and one that demonstrates South Park's continued ability to tackle controversial topics with grace, humor, and intelligence.