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It’s official — King of the Hill is coming back, and this time, we’ve got a real date to circle on the calendar (well, kind of)! Hulu has confirmed that the King of the Hill revival is set to premiere in Summer 2025. That’s right — after years of speculation and cautious optimism from fans, the animated classic is finally returning, with new episodes just around the corner. No wishy-washy promises. No nebulous development. Just a definitive release window that's out in the open.
Although an exact date hasn’t been revealed yet, the revival is already making waves with major details now confirmed, including the cast, the creative team, the episode count, and even a sneak preview event ATX TV Festival on May 29, 2025. Whether you’ve been quoting Hank Hill since ‘97 or just got into the series through reruns, the news hits with that satisfying propane-fueled warmth.
Who’s behind the revival of King of the Hill?
Original creators Greg Daniels and Mike Judge are leading the revival in order to maintain the show's tone and sensibility. The project is being produced through their animation firm Bandera Entertainment, in association with 20th Television Animation. Saladin Patterson, whose credits include working on The Wonder Years reboot, comes aboard as showrunner.
This blending of old and new provides the project with a solid foundation, paying respect to King of the Hill's legacy while setting it up for a return in a new era. The partnership is one of the most highly anticipated animated comebacks of recent years, particularly with the original creators having such a strong hand in their work.
When will King of the Hill premiere?
Based on Hulu's official statement and latest reports, the release window is Summer 2025. Although no date has been fixed, filming has already concluded as of October 2024, and all is going according to plan. Fans will have their first public glimpse at the revival on May 29, 2025, during the ATX TV Festival, where cast and creators will present exclusive footage and behind-the-scenes information.
This is the first proper glimpse of the revamped series, solidifying the fact that the show is not only in development, but is being worked towards its final stages of release.
Who's coming back to the cast?
The revival will bring back the majority of the original cast, including:
Mike Judge as Hank Hill
Kathy Najimy as Peggy Hill
Pamela Adlon as Bobby Hill
Stephen Root as Bill Dauterive
One of the most significant updates is regarding Johnny Hardwick, who was the voice of Dale Gribble. Hardwick had recorded some lines for the revival prior to his death in 2023. Although his character's future in the series hasn't been entirely explained, producers have taken note of the situation and are likely to address it with respect and care.
What's new in the storyline of King of the Hill?
One of the few reboots to not resume where it left off, King of the Hill will be set in the modern day, and the characters will have aged in real time. That means a 21-year-old Bobby Hill, who now works as a chef in Dallas. The time leap gives new possibilities for storytelling while retaining the fundamental dynamics and geography of Arlen, Texas.
The series will keep pushing slice-of-life moments and realistic humor, but now with the characters dealing with contemporary issues, both individually and culturally. The environment may be more contemporary, but the tone should remain similar to what classic fans are accustomed to.
How many episodes will there be in King of the Hill?
The revival of King of the Hill in its first season will consist of 10 episodes, as per confirmation from a Writers Guild of America list. This format is consistent with contemporary streaming shows and provides the revival with a tight season to reintroduce the cast and establish future storylines without stretching it too thin.
This season's size provides ample space to recreate the world of Arlen and adjust to Hulu's release strategy, which tends to balance bingeability with weekly rollout tactics.
What format will the revival use?
The show will remain in its episodic, slice-of-life format, similar to the original. The majority of episodes should be self-contained, with loose continuity threaded through. Although the setting will be more contemporary and the characters more mature, the show's essence — small-town realism, character-driven humor, and acerbic social commentary — remains firmly intact.
This decision provides flexibility in the narrative and is convenient for both returning viewers and new viewers to be able to track along without having to do a full rewatch of the previous seasons.
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The wait is soon to be over. After a hiatus of over 15 years off the air, King of the Hill will be back for Summer 2025, featuring 10 episodes, an age-upped cast, and original creators squarely back in charge. It's not a reboot but a continuation to capture how these characters might be living in today's world and remain faithful to the show's down-to-earth tone and framework.
From a contemporary Bobby Hill making his way through adult life to Hank remaining steadfastly standing by his propane grill, this revival seeks to depict what Arlen, Texas, is like in 2025 — and what hasn't changed one iota.
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