Ep 0. Six Days to Air: The Making of South Park

In South Park season 15 episode 0, titled "Six Days to Air: The Making of South Park," fans are given a behind-the-scenes look at how the creators of the hit animated show put together an episode in just under a week.

The episode begins with a brief introduction to the show's co-creators, Trey Parker and Matt Stone, as well as other key members of the production team. Viewers are then taken on a tour of South Park Studios, where the show is created. We see the writers' room, where Parker and Stone and their team of writers brainstorm episode ideas and collaborate on scripts. We also get a glimpse into the recording booth, where the show's voice actors bring the characters to life, and the animation studio, where the hand-drawn images are brought to life.

As the episode progresses, we see the show's creators and team working tirelessly to bring their latest episode to life. With just six days until they need to air the finished product, the pressure is on. The team is constantly making changes to the script and animation, staying up all night to make sure everything is perfect. Parker and Stone famously write and record the dialogue for each episode themselves, which we see in action.

One of the highlights of the episode is seeing how the show's topical humor comes together. The episode being worked on during the show's production is "HUMANCENTiPAD," which satirizes Apple's release of the iPad. We see the team brainstorming different scenarios and jokes to include in the episode, including one memorable scene involving a man agreeing to have his family's DNA digitized and stored in a database in exchange for the latest Apple gadget.

Throughout the episode, we also get to know the show's team a little better. Parker and Stone have a playful and irreverent sense of humor that is evident in their interactions with the rest of the team. We see them teasing each other and trading barbs, but there's no doubt they're all united in their commitment to creating the best show possible.

As the deadline approaches, tensions rise. The team pulls all-nighters, drinks copious amounts of coffee, and works tirelessly to get the episode finished on time. There are moments of frustration and doubt, but ultimately, they all pull together to make it happen.

The episode concludes with the premiere of "HUMANCENTiPAD," which is met with rave reviews from critics and fans alike. We see the team celebrating and letting out a collective sigh of relief now that the episode is out in the world.

"Six Days to Air: The Making of South Park" is a fascinating and entertaining look behind the scenes of one of the most popular and influential animated shows of all time. Fans of the show will love getting a glimpse into how it all comes together, while those new to the series will get a better understanding of what makes it so special. It's a testament to the hard work, dedication, and sense of humor of Parker, Stone, and the rest of the team.