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King of the Hill is officially back! After 15 years off the air, Hulu’s revival of the beloved animated sitcom is set to premiere August 4, 2025, with all 10 episodes dropping at once. Fans are buzzing about the time jump, the first look at adult Bobby Hill, and how Arlen, Texas, has changed for a new era. This guide covers every detail: release date, cast, story, first look, new themes, and why America can’t wait to return to the alley with Hank, Peggy, and the gang.
King of the Hill Revival: Hulu Premiere & Details (Deadline)
🗓️ Premiere Date, Streaming & Binge Details
⏰ Premiere Date: August 4, 2025 (Monday).
📺 Streaming: All 10 episodes of Season 14 will drop at once on Hulu in the US and on Disney+ (via the Hulu hub) for international fans.
🔥 Binge-Ready: Yes! The entire season is available for immediate binge-watching.
🏆 Why It Matters: This is the show’s first new season since 2009, and the first time the Hill family has been seen in a truly modern world.
King of the Hill Revival: First Look & Cast (Variety)
📺 Streaming: All 10 episodes of Season 14 will drop at once on Hulu in the US and on Disney+ (via the Hulu hub) for international fans.
🔥 Binge-Ready: Yes! The entire season is available for immediate binge-watching.
🏆 Why It Matters: This is the show’s first new season since 2009, and the first time the Hill family has been seen in a truly modern world.
👀 First Look: Adult Bobby, Modern Arlen & New Opening Credits
👀 First Look: Hulu’s teaser and new poster reveal Bobby Hill as a 21-year-old chef in Dallas, with the Hill family and their friends visibly aged.
🎬 Opening Credits: The iconic alley returns, but now features visual nods to 2025: Boomhauer wears a VR headset, Bobby scrolls a food app, Dale flies a drone and rants about AI surveillance, and the alley is dotted with modern tech.
🖼️ Poster & Sneak Peek: The first look was unveiled at the ATX TV Festival in Austin, thrilling fans with its blend of nostalgia and modernization.
🥲 Aging Characters: Unlike most cartoons, the Hill family and their friends have aged appropriately, reflecting the real passage of time.
First Look: Adult Bobby Hill & More (EW)
🎬 Opening Credits: The iconic alley returns, but now features visual nods to 2025: Boomhauer wears a VR headset, Bobby scrolls a food app, Dale flies a drone and rants about AI surveillance, and the alley is dotted with modern tech.
🖼️ Poster & Sneak Peek: The first look was unveiled at the ATX TV Festival in Austin, thrilling fans with its blend of nostalgia and modernization.
🥲 Aging Characters: Unlike most cartoons, the Hill family and their friends have aged appropriately, reflecting the real passage of time.
📚 Story, Timeline & What’s Changed in Arlen
🕰️ Time Jump: The revival picks up 15+ years after the original finale. Hank and Peggy return to Arlen after years working in Saudi Arabia to build their retirement nest egg.
🍳 Bobby’s Journey: Bobby is now 21, thriving as a chef in Dallas, and reconnecting with old classmates Connie, Joseph, and Chane.
🏡 Modern Arlen: The town has changed—new businesses, a new high school principal, and familiar faces adapting to a digital, polarized, and tech-driven world.
🤖 Tech & Culture: Dale is obsessed with AI and surveillance, Boomhauer loves VR, and the series tackles themes like climate change, political polarization, and digital life with its trademark humor.
🍻 The Alley Crew: Hank, Dale, Bill, and Boomhauer still gather for beers, but now with smart tech and a few wrinkles.
Inside the Revival: Creators & Story Themes (Vulture)
🍳 Bobby’s Journey: Bobby is now 21, thriving as a chef in Dallas, and reconnecting with old classmates Connie, Joseph, and Chane.
🏡 Modern Arlen: The town has changed—new businesses, a new high school principal, and familiar faces adapting to a digital, polarized, and tech-driven world.
🤖 Tech & Culture: Dale is obsessed with AI and surveillance, Boomhauer loves VR, and the series tackles themes like climate change, political polarization, and digital life with its trademark humor.
🍻 The Alley Crew: Hank, Dale, Bill, and Boomhauer still gather for beers, but now with smart tech and a few wrinkles.
🎤 Cast, Voices & Creative Team
🎤 Returning Cast:
🏆 Legacy: The original cast’s return and the creative team’s involvement ensure the revival stays true to its roots while embracing new stories.
Revival Cast & Story Details (ScreenRant)
- Mike Judge as Hank Hill & Boomhauer
- Kathy Najimy as Peggy Hill
- Pamela Adlon as Bobby Hill
- Stephen Root as Bill
- Lauren Tom as Connie
- Ashley Gardner as Nancy
- Jonathan Joss as John Redcorn
- Toby Huss as Kahn (likely recast for cultural accuracy)
- Johnny Hardwick as Dale Gribble (voice in first six episodes, Toby Huss takes over after Hardwick’s passing)
🏆 Legacy: The original cast’s return and the creative team’s involvement ensure the revival stays true to its roots while embracing new stories.
📝 Episode Titles, Opening Credits & Modern Twists
📝 Confirmed Episodes:
🍺 Alamo Beer: Hulu is partnering with Alamo Beer Co. to launch a real King of the Hill-inspired Alamo Beer in 2025.
Watch: King of the Hill Season 14 Opening Credits (YouTube)
- Episode 1: Return of the King
- Episode 2: The Beer Story
- Episode 3: Bobby Gets Grilled
- Episodes 4–10: TBA
🍺 Alamo Beer: Hulu is partnering with Alamo Beer Co. to launch a real King of the Hill-inspired Alamo Beer in 2025.
💡 Why the Revival Matters: Nostalgia, Modernity & Fan Buzz
💡 Why Now? After years of rumors and fan demand, the revival arrives as America craves grounded, relatable comedy. The show’s time jump lets it explore modern adulthood, tech, and culture shock, all with the dry wit and heart that made it iconic.
📈 Fan Excitement: Social media is buzzing about adult Bobby, the aged cast, and how Arlen will handle everything from AI to climate change.
🌐 Streaming Era: Hulu’s binge model means fans can watch at their own pace, and the global Disney+ release brings Arlen to a worldwide audience.
🏆 Legacy: King of the Hill’s influence on animated sitcoms, its Emmy-winning run, and its reputation for authentic, character-driven comedy make this revival a major TV event.
King of the Hill Revival: Global Release & Cast (Economic Times)
📈 Fan Excitement: Social media is buzzing about adult Bobby, the aged cast, and how Arlen will handle everything from AI to climate change.
🌐 Streaming Era: Hulu’s binge model means fans can watch at their own pace, and the global Disney+ release brings Arlen to a worldwide audience.
🏆 Legacy: King of the Hill’s influence on animated sitcoms, its Emmy-winning run, and its reputation for authentic, character-driven comedy make this revival a major TV event.
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