South Park season 24 episode 1 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
In "South Park: The Pandemic Special," Randy Marsh capitalizes on the pandemic by selling a special weed blend, causing mixed reactions in the community. Cartman, reveling in social distancing, is horrified at the prospect of returning to school. The school reopens with former police as teachers, leading to chaos and quarantine after a COVID exposure. Stan, trying to provide a sense of normalcy, attempts to break into Build-A-Bear for Butters. Randy, realizing his role in the pandemic's origin, faces a moral dilemma. The town grapples with the ongoing chaos and lockdowns.
Full Episode S24E01 Recap
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does Butters want to go to Build-A-Bear?
Butters wants to celebrate being a big boy at the dentist.
What is Randy Marsh's response to the pandemic?
Randy announces a Pandemic Special for his Tegridy Farms weed.
How does Cartman feel about social distancing?
Cartman enjoys it, avoiding school and hygiene responsibilities.
What happens when South Park Elementary reopens?
Former police officers become the new teachers, causing student unrest.
Why is the school placed under quarantine?
There's a COVID exposure after a student is hospitalized.
How does Randy plan to end the Pandemic Special?
Randy decides to dispose of the special weed by the lake.
What is Stan's goal at Build-A-Bear?
To normalize things by building a bear for Butters.
How does the situation at Build-A-Bear escalate?
Police confront the kids, and Randy arrives with the pangolin.
What is Cartman's reaction to the pangolin's arrival?
Cartman tries to prevent its capture to avoid returning to school.
What does Randy admit towards the end?
His role in the pandemic and his personal shortcomings.
How does Randy plan to confess his actions?
He decides to tell Sharon and the community about his role.
