King of the Hill Reboot, Cast Deaths & Streaming

For fans of the animated classic, the wait for new episodes of King of the Hill has been a long one, but earlier this year the series finally returned with a 10-episode revival on Hulu, bringing back the Hill family and their Arlen neighbors for a fresh take on modern Texas. With the reboot now streaming, we take a look at what’s changed, who’s back, and who we’ve lost since the show first went off the air.

Original run: 1997–2009 ·
Number of seasons: 13 ·
Episodes produced: 259 ·
Creator: Mike Judge & Greg Daniels ·
Streaming platforms (current): Hulu, Disney+ (select regions)

Five key facts about the series, one pattern: the show’s legacy keeps growing even as its cast changes.

Will there be a season 15 for King of the Hill?

What is the status of the King of the Hill reboot?

• The revival, officially Season 14, premiered on August 4, 2025 on Hulu in the US and on Hulu on Disney+ for bundle subscribers, according to Disney+ (official streaming platform).
• The season consists of 10 episodes, as reported by Entertainment Weekly (entertainment magazine).
• Original creators Mike Judge and Greg Daniels are involved in the revival, per the same Disney+ listing.

Why this matters: The reboot is already here, but a season 15 order will depend on how the numbers hold up. The Wrap reported 4.4 million views worldwide in the first week of streaming, a strong signal for renewal.

Is King of the Hill coming back?

When will the new King of the Hill episodes air?

• Yes, the show has already returned. Season 14 premiered on August 4, 2025, as confirmed by Animation Magazine (industry publication).
• The new season picks up the Hill family in a contemporary Texas setting with a time jump, according to Entertainment Weekly.
• No official air date for a potential season 15 has been announced.

The catch: After a 16-year hiatus, the revival is now streaming, and fans won’t have to wait any longer.

How many King of the Hill actors passed away?

Which main cast members have died?

• Brittany Murphy, who voiced Luanne Platter, died in 2009 (source not verified in research).
• Johnny Hardwick, the voice of Dale Gribble, died in 2023, as reported by USA Today (national newspaper).
• Jonathan Joss, who voiced John Redcorn, died in June 2025 after completing his recordings for the season, per Variety (entertainment trade publication).

Which guest actors passed away?

• Tom Petty, who voiced Lucky Kleinschmidt, died in 2017.
• Several other guest actors have died over the years, including those who voiced minor characters.

The pattern: The show has lost three key voice actors, but the revival has recast some roles. Toby Huss now voices Dale Gribble for the episodes after the six Hardwick recorded, as confirmed by Animation Magazine.

Is King of the Hill on Disney+?

Is King of the Hill available on Hulu?

• In the US, all episodes of King of the Hill are available on Hulu, including the new Season 14, per Disney+ (official streaming platform).
• For international audiences, the series streams on Disney+ via the Hulu hub, according to the same source.
• The show is not currently on Netflix.

The trade-off: If you’re outside the US, you’ll need a Disney+ subscription with the Hulu add-on, which is not available in all regions.

Is King of the Hill on Netflix?

Why did King of the Hill leave Netflix?

• King of the Hill was removed from Netflix in 2018 after the license expired, and the series moved to Hulu as part of a broader licensing deal with 20th Century Television.
• All 13 original seasons and the new Season 14 are now exclusively on Hulu in the US.
• Some international markets have the show on Disney+.

What this means: If you’re looking to stream the show, Hulu is the primary destination in the US, while Disney+ covers select international markets.

For Hulu and Disney+, the reboot’s success could determine the future of adult animation on the platforms. For fans, the return of King of the Hill is a bittersweet reunion: the show is back, but the voices of Dale, Luanne, and John Redcorn have changed. The choice is clear: watch Hank Hill’s return on Hulu, or miss the next chapter of Arlen.

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