| "The China Probrem" | |
|---|---|
| South Park episode | |
| Episode no. | Season 12 Episode 8 |
| Directed by | Trey Parker |
| Written by | Trey Parker |
| Production code | 1208 |
| Original air date | October 8, 2008 |
"The China Probrem" is the eighth episode in the twelfth season of the American animated television series South Park.[1] The 175th episode of the series overall, it originally aired on Comedy Central in the United States on October 8, 2008. It was the mid-season premiere for season 12, and was dedicated to Isaac Hayes, the voice actor of Chef, who died on August 10 of that year.[2] The episode was rated TV-MA-LSV for strong language, sexual content, and violence in the United States.
In the episode, Cartman, after watching the intimidating opening ceremonies of the recent Olympic games, understands that the Chinese are just days away from invading his homeland. While the rest of the American people are haunted by the memory of a recent tragic event, only Butters will stand with Cartman as he tries to confront the Chinese. Meanwhile, Kyle seeks to bring George Lucas and Steven Spielberg to justice for "raping" Indiana Jones in Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull. The flashbacks mimic rape scenes from Boys Don't Cry, The Accused, and Deliverance.