South Park took a shocking swipe at The Simpsons in Brett Kavanaugh episode

Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy South Park has taken aim at The Simpsons in its latest episode, which saw Brett Kavanaugh referenced in the form of famous character, Mr Hankey. Despite maintaining a respectful relationship with its animated rival throughout its 22 seasons, creators Trey Parker and Matt Stone removed the gloves for the latest episode 'The Problem with a Poo' - a play on the title of the documentary The Problem with Apu which detailed how the long-running character, voiced by white actor Hank Azaria, was used as a device to bully stand-up comedian Hari Kondabolu when growing up in New York. "Please, rest your weary feet and make yourself at home.” The hashtag #cancelthesimpsons appeared on-screen before the credits rolled, a change from the usual #cancelsouthpark that's capped every episode of its 22nd season so far. Parker and Stone's latest dig comes as an even bigger surprise considering their respect for The Simpsons, exemplified by several references over the past two decades.