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Hulu Renews ‘King of the Hill’ for Two New Seasons

Hulu has confirmed a two-season renewal for the beloved animated series, King of the Hill. This new commitment includes a 20-episode order, pushing the show’s total to 17 seasons.

Renewal Details

The revival comes from original creators Mike Judge and Greg Daniels, who continue to steer the series. King of the Hill initially returned in January 2023 with a similar 20-episode order. The first half of this order, labeled Season 14, debuted in August 2023.

Record-Breaking Premiere

Season 14’s premiere set a new standard, becoming the most-watched adult animation premiere on both Disney+ and Hulu in the past five years. In its first week, the premiere episode attracted 4.4 million viewers, showcasing the show’s enduring popularity.

Future Episodes

The upcoming Season 15 is scheduled to premiere in 2026. Fans can look forward to more adventures from the characters they cherish.

Returning Characters

  • Hank Hill: Voiced by Mike Judge
  • Peggy Hill: Voiced by Kathy Najimy
  • Dale Gribble: Voiced by Johnny Hardwick
  • Boomhauer: Voiced by Mike Judge
  • Bill Dauterive: Voiced by Stephen Root
  • Bobby Hill: Voiced by Pamela Adlon
  • Connie: Voiced by Lauren Tom
  • Joseph: Voiced by Tai Leclaire
  • Chane: Voiced by Ki Hong Lee

The storyline follows Hank and Peggy Hill returning to a transformed Arlen, Texas. They navigate life after spending years abroad working in a propane job in Saudi Arabia.

Production Team

King of the Hill is produced by 20th Television Animation. The creative team includes:

  • Mike Judge – Co-Creator & Executive Producer
  • Greg Daniels – Co-Creator & Executive Producer
  • Saladin Patterson – Incoming Executive Producer & Showrunner
  • Michael Rotenberg – 3 Arts Executive Producer
  • Howard Klein – 3 Arts Executive Producer
  • Dustin Davis – Bandera Entertainment Executive Producer

This expansion for King of the Hill marks Hulu’s commitment to animated series, ensuring audiences will see more of their favorite characters in the coming years.

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