King of the Hill: Season 15 Trailer Reveals Bobby and Connie's Romance, Hank and Peggy's Retirement, and More!
The upcoming Season 15 of "King of the Hill" will focus on Bobby and Connie's evolving relationship as they navigate romance as young adults, much to the dismay of their parents. The trailer released during the Annecy Animation Festival panel also teases Hank and Peggy adjusting to retirement and dealing with modern scammers. Fans can watch the full trailer for more insights.
During the festival, series creator and lead voice actor Mike Judge received the Honorary Crystal Award for his significant contributions to animation. In his speech, Judge expressed gratitude to fellow animators, referring to them as a unique and dedicated group. The new season is set to premiere with all 10 episodes on July 20, with Hulu initially ordering 20 episodes for the revival. The show's successful return in 2025 led to a renewal for two more seasons, extending it to Season 17.
In Season 15, Hank and Peggy embrace retirement on Rainey Street while trying to maintain order among their eccentric neighbors. Meanwhile, Bobby faces the challenges of entrepreneurship and reconnects with old friends. The original series cast members, including Judge, Kathy Najimy, Pamela Adlon, Stephen Root, Lauren Tom, and Toby Huss, reprise their roles. Following the passing of Johnny Hardwick, Huss now voices Dale Gribble, and Ronny Chieng takes on the role of Kahn Souphanousinphone.
"King of the Hill" is co-created by Judge and Greg Daniels, who also serve as executive producers alongside Saladian Patterson. The show is produced by Bandera Entertainment, with additional executive producers Michael Rotenberg, Howard Klein, Dustin Davis, and Norm Hiscock. The studio behind the series is 20th Television.
Season 14 of the show received positive reviews from both fans and critics, with the upcoming season holding a 98% critical approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes. It also debuted at number two on the Nielsen Top 10 streaming chart, garnering 4.4 million views globally within the first week of streaming. Fans can look forward to the return of their favorite characters and the continuation of the beloved animated series in Season 15.