‘King of the Hill’ Season 15 Review Proves the Hulu Revival Is Only Getting Better

All ten episodes of ‘King of the Hill’ season 15 arrived on Hulu on July 20, 2026, and critics wasted no time weighing in. The season debuted on Rotten Tomatoes with reviews praising it as comedic gold, describing it as a refreshing interpretation of the current state of the world rather than an escape from it.

The response builds on a revival that had already exceeded expectations. ‘King of the Hill’ returned after a 15 year hiatus following its original cancellation on Fox, and the show’s comeback marked the first time it aired on Hulu. Season 15 had a lot to live up to, and according to early reviews, it delivered.

King of the Hill Season 15 Rotten Tomatoes Score

Season 15 debuted on Rotten Tomatoes with a Tomatometer score of 100 percent, with critics calling the new episodes comedic gold, funny, and endearing. That figure builds on the momentum of the previous season, since season 14 already carried a Certified Fresh score of 98 percent, meaning the new season technically surpassed it.

The show’s history with critics has generally been strong, though not universally perfect. The original 1997 debut season landed mostly positive reviews and an 87 percent score, while seasons 5 and 13, the latter being the final season on Fox, both sit at 100 percent. An audience score for season 15 had not yet been generated at the time of these reviews, though the series as a whole holds an audience score of 81 percent on the site.

Critics who reviewed the new batch of episodes were consistent in their enthusiasm. One review noted that ‘King of the Hill’ settles back into itself like a farmhouse after a thunderstorm, calling it a distinctly memorable, singular reflection on Americana still running strong nearly 270 episodes into its run. Another critic observed that while season 14 felt like dipping a toe back into the Arlen pool, the new season sheds the training wheels and fully embraces the core fanbase.

Bobby and Connie’s Relationship Takes Center Stage

A major throughline of season 15 involves Bobby Hill growing into adulthood, and much of that growth is tied to his relationship with Connie Souphanousinphone. The season sees Bobby and Connie take their relationship to the next level, with the pair exploring romance as adults in the trailer, much to their parents’ visible discomfort.

Reviewers pointed to this storyline as one of the season’s clear strengths. Bobby’s budding relationship with Connie is largely responsible for the season’s improvement, since Connie serves as an anchor to Bobby’s episodes and gives him a more engaging overarching story to follow. Their early relationship challenges mesh with the affection they clearly have for one another, producing a story that balances conflict with wholesome resolution.

The dynamic even played out in the marketing for the season. In the trailer, Bobby tells Connie that now that they are dating, it is important her parents know he is a man, only for her mother to instruct him to carry Connie’s bags to the door and then be gone. The trailer also shows Connie growing suspicious that one of Bobby’s work colleagues has a crush on him, after she witnesses a kiss between them.

Critics also praised how season 15 expanded its use of supporting characters around this central romance. Minh, Kahn, Nancy, and Boomhauer all received stronger episodes that showcased them more effectively than season 14 did, with the show using its colorful cast to greater effect for both comedy and meaningful storytelling.

Hank and Peggy Navigate Retirement and Modern Life

While Bobby’s arc dominates much of the season’s emotional core, Hank and Peggy Hill are dealing with their own transition into a new chapter of life. The official season 15 synopsis describes Hank and Peggy settling into retirement life on Rainey Street while attempting to keep their neighbors from going off the rails.

That retirement storyline touches on some heavier real world themes. Where the previous season focused heavily on Hank and Peggy adjusting to retirement generally, season 15 shifts toward the subject of aging in a broader sense, tackling menopause, the male loneliness epidemic, and elder fraud with a light touch that reviewers described as endearing and funny.

One specific storyline drew particular attention from critics covering the season. In an episode centered on Peggy going through menopause, she remarks that her life is getting worse and that she will be awake for more of it, a line one reviewer called a hilariously accurate depiction of the experience. Elsewhere, the season doesn’t shy away from technology’s darker edges. Hank and Peggy become victims of a phone scam in the new episodes, and later attempt to take up golf, which does not go particularly well either.

The show also finds comedy in Hank’s discomfort with a changing world beyond the scam storyline. Season 15 has Hank encountering electric cars and sci-fi conventions among other modern updates, all handled with what one critic called a simple delight.

Cast and Where to Watch King of the Hill Season 15

Season 15 brought back the majority of the revival’s established voice cast. Mike Judge returns to voice both Hank Hill and Boomhauer, Kathy Najimy returns as Peggy Hill, and Pamela Adlon continues voicing Bobby Hill, who is now grown up and running his own restaurant. Stephen Root returns as Bill Dauterive, Lauren Tom voices both Minh and Connie Souphanousinphone, and Ashley Gardner returns as Nancy Gribble.

There have been some cast changes since the character’s original run. Following the death of Johnny Hardwick, Toby Huss took over the role of Dale Gribble, and Ronny Chieng has taken over the role of Kahn Souphanousinphone. The revival also includes Tai Leclaire as Joseph Gribble, Kenneth Choi as Ted Wassanasong, and Ki Hong Lee as Chane Wassanasong. Meanwhile Luanne Platter, originally voiced by the late Brittany Murphy, does not return in season 15, following confirmation from producers that neither she nor her husband Lucky would be back.

Behind the scenes, the season continues under familiar creative leadership. ‘King of the Hill’ is executive produced by original co-creators Mike Judge and Greg Daniels, along with executive producer and showrunner Saladin Patterson. Following the show’s successful return in 2025, Hulu renewed the series for two additional seasons, which will bring the revival through season 17.

For viewers looking to catch up or dive in, the full season is readily accessible. All 10 episodes of season 15 are available exclusively on Hulu and Hulu on Disney Plus.

With Bobby and Connie’s relationship now front and center and Hank and Peggy settling into a very different version of Arlen, it’s worth asking how longtime fans feel about the direction ‘King of the Hill’ has taken its next generation.