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King of the Hill Season 15 Review
IGN has given King of the Hill Season 15, arriving on Hulu and Disney+ on 20 July, a highly positive review, calling it superior to both the original 13 seasons and the acclaimed 2025 revival. Reviewer Michael Peyton argues that after last year's return dealt with the novelty of ageing up its characters following a 16-year hiatus, this season is freed from any need to explain itself, allowing it to focus purely on the relatable, slice-of-life storytelling that made the show beloved in the first place.
Episodes cover everyday concerns such as Hank's frustration over a neighbour's parked electric truck and locked-up toothpaste at Mega Lo Mart, alongside bigger character moments including Peggy's menopause, Dale raising chickens, and Bobby and Connie going public with their relationship. The review praises the returning voice cast, including Mike Judge, Kathy Najimy, Pamela Adlon and Lauren Tom, and notes that Toby Huss has now fully taken over as Dale Gribble following Johnny Hardwick's death in 2023, having shared the role during Season 14.
In short
- IGN reviews King of the Hill Season 15, out 20 July on Hulu and Disney+
- Praised as better than the original run and 2025's revival season
- Toby Huss now fully voices Dale after sharing the role in Season 14
Explained simply
King of the Hill is an animated sitcom that originally ran from 1997 to 2010, following Hank Hill, a propane salesman in Texas, and his family as they navigate everyday life in their suburban neighbourhood. The show became one of the most beloved animated comedies of its era, valued for its gentle humour and surprisingly heartfelt portrayal of working-class American life.
After ending its initial run, the show remained dormant for sixteen years until 2025, when it was revived for a new season on Hulu and Disney+. The return required ageing up the main characters to reflect the passage of time, bringing back the original voice cast who had shaped the characters over thirteen seasons.
The revival's success demonstrated significant appetite amongst viewers for the show's particular brand of character-driven comedy, which focuses on relatable domestic situations rather than edgy or topical humour. King of the Hill's loyal fanbase had long lobbied for the show's return, and its revival represents a broader trend of legacy animated series finding new audiences through streaming platforms.