Season Five

For all episodes see List of Episodes.

Season Five began on June 20, 2001. It contained fourteen episodes where the first half aired during the summer and the second half airing near winter. It finished on December 12, 2001.

The season continues with the "4th Grade" opening from last season. It would be the last season to air the opening until it was replaced with a country-style opening with new animation in Season Six. The season features the premier of two new characters, Jimmy Vulmer and Towelie. The season also features the "permanent" death of Kenny McCormick and the preparation of Butters becoming a main character.