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The Best Episodes of South Park Season 16

Every episode of South Park Season 16 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of South Park Season 16!

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Follow the misadventures of four irreverent grade-schoolers in the quiet, dysfunctional town of South Park, Colorado.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    South Park Season 16 Episode 1 - Reverse Cowgirl
    7.7/10(3304 votes)

    #1 - Reverse Cowgirl

    S16:E1

    One of the boys had been told time and time again about leaving the toilet seat up after he goes to the bathroom, but he didn't listen. His actions have consequences and ultimately result in an unimaginable catastrophe.

    Director:Trey Parker
    Writer:Trey Parker

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  2. South Park Season 16 Episode 2 - Cash for Gold
    7.9/10(3282 votes)

    #2 - Cash for Gold

    S16:E2

    Cartman launches a gemstones network show and creates a very lucrative business. Stan searches for the real value of a piece of jewelry that was a gift from his Grandpa. Meanwhile, Cartmans lucrative new business preys upon an extremely vulnerable clientele.

    Director:Trey Parker
    Writer:Trey Parker

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  3. South Park Season 16 Episode 3 - Faith Hilling
    7.1/10(3001 votes)

    #3 - Faith Hilling

    S16:E3

    Mankind's evolution begins to accelerate at a rapid and disturbing pace. Concurrently, another species on the planet is exhibiting the same drastic development. Eventually the two species will battle to the death and "Faith Hilling" may be humanity's only hope.

    Director:Trey Parker
    Writer:Trey Parker

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  4. South Park Season 16 Episode 4 - Jewpacabra
    6.7/10(2860 votes)

    #4 - Jewpacabra

    S16:E4

    South Park's big Easter egg hunt is in jeopardy when there are rumors of a dangerous beast lurking in the woods nearby. Cartman tries to warn everyone that their lives are at risk if they participate in the egg hunt. No one believes him until he produces video evidence of the mystery being.

    Director:Trey Parker
    Writer:Trey Parker

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  5. South Park Season 16 Episode 5 - Butterballs
    7.6/10(3069 votes)

    #5 - Butterballs

    S16:E5

    Stan wants to raise awareness about the dangers of bullying by shooting a big dance video, while Butters falls victim to an unlikely bully.

    Director:Trey Parker
    Writer:Trey Parker

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  6. South Park Season 16 Episode 6 - I Should Have Never Gone Ziplining
    7.1/10(3680 votes)

    #6 - I Should Have Never Gone Ziplining

    S16:E6

    The boys try zip-lining in the Colorado mountains on the last day of spring break, but their adventure takes a dangerous, life-threatening turn.

    Director:Trey Parker
    Writer:Trey Parker

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  7. South Park Season 16 Episode 7 - Cartman Finds Love
    8.0/10(3175 votes)

    #7 - Cartman Finds Love

    S16:E7

    There's a new girl in school and everyone wants to know who she has a crush on. Cartman is especially excited. He's discovered something inside himself that he never knew he had. Now, to make sure nobody gets in the way of true love, it's time for Cartman to finally let someone know exactly how he feels.

    Director:Trey Parker
    Writers:Trey Parker, Dave Weasel

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  8. South Park Season 16 Episode 8 - Sarcastaball
    7.5/10(2980 votes)

    #8 - Sarcastaball

    S16:E8

    Randy's campaign to prevent head injuries in football radically changes the way the game is played, but the new rules become a national sensation and even make a South Park student a star athlete.

    Director:Trey Parker
    Writer:Trey Parker

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  9. South Park Season 16 Episode 9 - Raising the Bar
    8.1/10(3104 votes)

    #9 - Raising the Bar

    S16:E9

    Cartman owns up to being fat and decides that driving around on a scooter is his right. Kyle sees that Cartman isn't the only one who finds no shame in his unhealthy lifestyle. Meanwhile, Cartman discovers he has a rival in America’s Sweetheart, Honey Boo Boo.

    Director:Trey Parker
    Writers:Trey Parker, Dave Weasel

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  10. South Park Season 16 Episode 10 - Insecurity
    8.3/10(3163 votes)

    #10 - Insecurity

    S16:E10

    The man who visits all the homes in South Park every day is under suspicion. Cartman takes matters into his own hands and signs up for a home security system.

    Director:Trey Parker
    Writer:Trey Parker

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  11. South Park Season 16 Episode 11 - Going Native
    6.7/10(2733 votes)

    #11 - Going Native

    S16:E11

    It is time for Butters to begin a journey where he will follow in the path of his Hawaiian ancestors.

    Director:Trey Parker
    Writer:Trey Parker

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  12. South Park Season 16 Episode 12 - A Nightmare on FaceTime
    8.3/10(3206 votes)

    #12 - A Nightmare on FaceTime

    S16:E12

    The boys plans to go as the Avengers for Halloween go awry when Randy can’t go at the last minute and Stan has to help his father with a new business venture.

    Director:Trey Parker
    Writer:Trey Parker

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  13. South Park Season 16 Episode 13 - A Scause for Applause
    7.1/10(2489 votes)

    #13 - A Scause for Applause

    S16:E13

    Rocked by the recent news of drug use by a beloved icon, the world is left feeling lost and betrayed. The boys, join with the rest of the nation, and remove their yellow wristbands. Everyone is on board, except for Stan, who just can’t seem to cut off his bracelet.

    Director:Trey Parker
    Writer:Unknown

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  14. South Park Season 16 Episode 14 - Obama Wins!
    7.4/10(2614 votes)

    #14 - Obama Wins!

    S16:E14

    Eric Cartman is hiding something in his bedroom that could change the entire outcome of the Presidential election.

    Director:Trey Parker
    Writer:Kenny Hotz

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Season 16 Ratings Summary

"Reverse Cowgirl" is the best rated episode of "South Park" season 16. It scored 7.7/10 based on 3304 votes. Directed by Trey Parker and written by Trey Parker, it aired on 3/14/2012. This episode is rated 0.2 points higher than the second-best, "Cash for Gold".