Iconic animated series South Park faces censorship as Max streaming app bans 5 of its most controversial episodes
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The banned episodes include fan favorites like 'The Biggest Douche in the Universe' and 'Cartoon Wars Part I', drawing scrutiny over their satirical takes on sensitive topics
Industry insiders speculate the episodes were pulled due to rising content moderation concerns, as Max aims to position itself as a family-friendly alternative to edgier streaming platforms