When Hulu revived King of the Hill last year, fans held their breath. Would the return of Hank, Peggy, and Bobby Hill recapture the magic of the original series, or would it feel like a tired cash grab? Season 14 silenced those doubts, and now Season 15 proves that the revival is here to stay—and it's only getting better.
Picking up where Season 14 left off, the new episodes shift away from the semi-serialized storytelling of the debut season and return to the classic, episodic format that made the original so beloved. Bobby and Connie are officially a couple, which creates tension with Connie's ex and co-owner of Robata Chane. Meanwhile, Kahn Souphanousinphone moves in with Bill after his divorce from Minh, setting the stage for plenty of awkward neighborly interactions.
Season 15 tackles modern issues with the same sharp, observational humor that defined the original. Hank and Peggy fall victim to an AI cyber scam, Hank and the Alley Guys try to solve the mystery of an electric truck parked on his lawn, and the Hills foster a scruffy mutt named Caesar Salad. Peggy also navigates menopause in an episode that serves as a spiritual successor to the classic "Ch-Ch-Ch-Changes." It's the kind of storytelling that sets King of the Hill apart from other adult animated sitcoms—the jokes come from a place of empathy, not cruelty.
The season's most emotional moment arrives in "Care of the Dog," where Peggy convinces a reluctant Hank to foster a high-maintenance pooch. Dog owners will find plenty to laugh at, but the episode's conclusion is genuinely touching. Not every episode hits the same high notes—"No Cuddle Offense," where Hank, Dale, and Boomhauer try to rescue Bill from cuddle therapy, feels like more of the same—but it's still packed with enough laughs to keep you entertained.
The season finale, "Propane Recall," is a standout. It flashes back to the years between the original series and the revival, revealing how Hank was persuaded to leave Texas for Saudi Arabia. It answers lingering questions while setting the stage for the already-confirmed Season 16. The ending feels a bit rushed, but it's a satisfying bookend that adds emotional weight to the season.
Showrunner Saladin K. Patterson continues to capture the sharp energy of the original series while making thoughtful updates to the characters' arcs. Dale and Nancy get an episode at a church couple's retreat that expands on the long-running joke of her affair with John Redcorn. The late Johnny Hardwick's final performance as Dale is a bittersweet highlight, with Toby Huss seamlessly taking over the role.
If you're looking for a revival that honors its source material while feeling fresh and relevant, King of the Hill Season 15 is a must-watch. It's a reminder that some shows age like fine wine—or, in Hank's case, like premium propane. For more on the best TV revivals, check out our list of Flawless Westerns: 10 TV Shows That Got It Perfectly Right.
