King of The Hill Revival: What We Know

Original creators Mike Judge and Greg Daniels return to lead the revival. Judge voices Hank Hill and Boomhauer again, serving as executive producer with Daniels. Saladin K. Patterson joins as showrunner, adding new creative vision while staying tied to the show's origins.

Fans will see familiar voices. Judge reprises his roles as Hank and Boomhauer. Kathy Najimy returns as Peggy Hill, Pamela Adlon plays Bobby Hill, and Stephen Root plays Bill Dauterive. Lauren Tom also confirmed her return as Connie.

Bobby Hill's growth is a major character shift. He is now a 21-year-old chef working in a Dallas restaurant. This path links to his lifelong love of food from the original series. Episodes showed his cooking and grilling with Hank. His change from class clown to chef keeps core character traits while showing real growth.

Johnny Hardwick's 2023 death creates issues for Dale Gribble's character. Reports show Hardwick recorded dialogue for episodes before dying, suggesting Dale appears early. Promo images show Dale wearing a VR headset and holding something like a vape—a change from his smoking in the original. This hints at big character changes.

The revival brings back modern technology missing from the original series' end. Ads show the alley gang using new gadgets. Dale uses virtual reality. Bill employs the "Mega Lo Eats" food delivery app. Drones deliver Alamo beer. These tech additions open up comedy, especially because Hank stays hesitant about new things.

The revival must handle missing characters. Brittany Murphy, who voiced Luanne Platter, and Tom Petty, who played Lucky, have died since the original ended. Their big roles in the Hill family need careful handling, though specific plans are not shared.

Many original voice actors return, but some characters might get new actors. Toby Huss, who voiced Hank's Laotian-American neighbor Kahn Souphanousinphone, might not play him due to current views on actors playing different racial backgrounds. The show's casting choices will show today's feelings about representation.

The large time gap offers many story chances. Viewers might see Hank in a senior role at Strickland Propane or thinking about retirement. Peggy's career could grow; she might become the household's main income. These life shifts give fresh story material while keeping character traits.

More info will appear soon as the King of the HillThe cast and creators meet at the ATX TV Festival on May 30, 2025. This event shows previews of the new series, behind-the-scenes views, and thoughts from Judge, Daniels, Patterson, and cast members. Hulu and ATX will host a "backyard BBQ" event honoring the show's famous alley scenes.

Hulu has not set a premiere date, but the revival is set for summer 2025. The ATX Festival appearance in late May suggests the series might start soon after. August seems most likely for the launch.