Hulu has officially renewed King of the Hill for Seasons 16 and 17, ordering an impressive 20 new episodes. This exciting development follows the highly successful revival of the adult animated series, which was originally brought back to screens in January 2023 with a similar 20-episode commitment.
The recently aired Season 14, comprising 10 episodes, debuted on Monday, August 4, achieving remarkable success by ranking No. 2 on Nielsen’s Overall Top 10 Streaming chart. The show’s enduring popularity is further evidenced by its cumulative viewership, having surpassed an astonishing 1 billion hours streamed globally across Hulu and Disney+.
Fans can anticipate Season 15, slated to premiere on Hulu and Hulu on Disney+ for bundle subscribers in the U.S., with an international release on Disney+ expected sometime in 2026.
A video clip showcasing the voice cast delivering iconic movie quotes as their characters was previously featured.
Bringing King of the Hill back to life 15 years after its initial conclusion was a significant gamble, yet it has undoubtedly paid off. The revival faced unique challenges, including the unfortunate passing of some original voice actors both before and after the production of Season 14. Moreover, the series had to navigate a dramatically changed U.S. landscape, a reality reflected in Hank Hill’s own experiences upon his return from Saudi Arabia at the start of Season 14. A necessary time jump also meant that beloved characters had to age, with Bobby undergoing some of the most notable transformations. Despite these hurdles, creators Mike Judge and Greg Daniels masterfully handled the return, setting a positive tone for the upcoming Seasons 15, 16, and 17.
The critical reception for the revival has been overwhelmingly positive. IGN’s review of King of the Hill Season 14 awarded it a perfect 10/10, praising it as “a dazzling return to form for the beloved series, leveraging winning social commentary and complicated characters to cement itself as one of the greatest comebacks in animation history.”
This report was provided by Wesley Yin-Poole, Director of News at IGN.