Fans of Hank Hill and the residents of Arlen, Texas, can breathe a sigh of relief. Hulu has officially renewed the beloved animated series “King of the Hill” for two more seasons, ensuring that the show will continue through its 17th overall season. The announcement, made on October 30, 2025, comes on the heels of the successful revival that premiered this past summer.
The streamer has placed a sizable order for 20 new episodes, which will be split into the 16th and 17th seasons. This new order extends the life of the series that first debuted in 1997 and was revived by Hulu in 2023 after a multi-year hiatus.
The Renewal Details
The two-season pickup is a significant commitment from Hulu. This new order for Seasons 16 and 17 adds to the initial two-season, 20-episode order the show received in 2023. The first half of that order debuted as Season 14 in August 2025, with the second half, Season 15, scheduled to premiere in 2026.
This strategic renewal means that “King of the Hill” is locked in for new episodes for the foreseeable future, potentially taking the series into 2028. The show’s creators, Mike Judge and Greg Daniels, along with showrunner Saladin Patterson, will continue to executive produce the new seasons under their Bandera Entertainment banner, with 20th Television Animation as the studio.
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The decision to renew the series for two additional seasons was driven by its outstanding performance. The return of “King of the Hill” proved that the audience for the show was not only still present but had grown.
The Season 14 premiere in August 2025 was a massive success, becoming the best adult animation premiere on Disney+ and Hulu in five years. The premiere episode alone drew an impressive 4.4 million views in its first seven days of streaming. According to Nielsen data, the show racked up 1.21 billion viewing minutes in its premiere week, with the new episodes accounting for the majority of that total. Disney also reported that the series has now surpassed a staggering 1 billion hours of watch time globally across Hulu and Disney+.
Critically, the revival has also been a winner. The new season holds a near-perfect 98% critical approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes, indicating that the show’s return has been embraced by both longtime fans and new viewers.
Where the Revival Picks Up
For those who haven’t yet caught up with the new episodes, the revival presents a Arlen that has evolved, much like the real world. The story finds Hank and Peggy Hill returning to their Texas hometown after several years away.
They had been in Saudi Arabia, where Hank worked for the Aramco oil company as the “assistant manager in charge of Arabian propane and Arabian propane accessories.” Upon their return, they must reconnect with their old friends and navigate a community that has changed significantly during their absence.
Their son, Bobby Hill, is now all grown up. The series shows him as a 21-year-old living in Dallas and pursuing his dream as a chef. He is navigating his 20s alongside his former classmates, including Connie, Joseph, and a new character named Chane.
Who is Returning for the New Seasons
The revival has managed to bring back most of the original voice cast, a key element in maintaining the show’s authentic feel. Returning cast members include Mike Judge as Hank Hill and Boomhauer, Kathy Najimy as Peggy Hill, Pamela Adlon as Bobby Hill, Stephen Root as Bill Dauterive, and Lauren Tom as Minh Souphanousinphone and Connie Souphanousinphone.
The series faced the challenge of dealing with the passing of original cast members. Following the death of Johnny Hardwick in 2023, the role of the conspiracy-loving Dale Gribble is now voiced by Toby Huss. Huss, who already voices several other characters on the show including Cotton Hill, took over the role. The character of Kahn Souphanousinphone is now voiced by Ronny Chieng, taking over from Huss.
The show’s approach to a changing world remains a core part of its identity. Showrunner Saladin Patterson explained the perspective, noting, “Hank always represented such a commonsense, practical approach to cultural things and societal things. Whether it leaned left of middle or right of middle, it always was something that was respectful and made sense.”
Mike Judge shared his more straightforward hope for what viewers get from the series, saying, “I want them to just like it. I don’t think of the series as me having some big message or anything like that… you get out into the real world and people are a little nicer, more normal. And I think we think of this show as just out there in the real world.”
Fan Reactions to the News
The renewal news has been met with mostly positive reactions from fans, though some have expressed mixed feelings about the new storylines. Many are simply happy to have more of the show after years off the air.
One fan commented on the show’s return, stating, “I felt like new season was as good or better than it was before it was canceled. The new voices you can tell difference but you get used to it. It was very fresh and hip to times.” Another fan echoed the sentiment, saying, “Glad it’s renewed for a few seasons. I loved having it back.”
Some viewers did voice criticisms, particularly about Hank’s career path in the revival, with one person arguing that working in Saudi Arabia was “not something he would do.” However, other fans pushed back, suggesting that Hank’s mission to introduce propane to a new country was perfectly in character. The discussion highlights the passion of the fanbase and their deep connection to the show’s legacy.
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