Ep 5. Woodland Critter Christmas
- December 15, 2004
- 23 min
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9.1 (5,061)
In South Park's "Woodland Critter Christmas," the boys take us on a ride through a winter wonderland but their festive adventure quickly turns into a horrifying tale worthy of any campfire.
While the boys are out playing in the snow, they discover a group of adorable woodland creatures who are frantically preparing for Christmas. The creatures are eager to share their Christmas traditions with the boys, but as the story progresses, the bizarre and disturbing nature of these traditions quickly become apparent.
The critters reveal that they are actually Satanists who worship the Prince of Darkness and are preparing for the birth of the Anti-Christ. As the boys witness the critters' bizarre and gruesome rituals, they quickly realize that they have stumbled into something far more dangerous than they could have ever imagined.
As the episode progresses, the plot takes a dark turn and the boys are forced to confront the terrifying reality of their situation. The episode takes a satirical approach to traditional Christmas stories and flips the happy-go-lucky image of woodland creatures on its head.
Overall, South Park's "Woodland Critter Christmas" is a brilliantly executed critique of the commercialization of Christmas and explores the darker, more controversial aspects of the holiday season. The episode is filled with dark humor and poignant social commentary, making it a must-watch for die-hard South Park fans and casual viewers alike.