South Park was originally an animated short called "The Spirit of Christmas", created by the sick and twisted minds of
Trey Parker
and
Matt Stone.
When it first shown to the public, it was instantly a smash hit. Copies then spread quickly through Hollywood which inspired the two to create more episodes. They got better equipment which allowed them to make better episodes with a higher budget of their beloved show. Then in August of 1997 Comedy Central began to air their six new episodes, one every week on Wednesdays. Then in October of 1997 there was a special Holloween episode, in November 1997 there was a thanksgiving episode, and in December of 1997 there was a Christmas episode. There are 4 new episodes expected to premier in February of 1998.