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Forbes
9 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Forbes
Here's When ‘King Of The Hill' And ‘Beavis And Butt-Head' Return And Where To Watch
Beavis and Butt-Head Everything old is new again. Nowhere is this more true than the world of animation. Mike Judge has two animated series returning after many years: King Of The Hill returns after fifteen years – 'Return of the dang ol' king,' as Boomhauer says in the trailer, with Hank and Peggy Hill and friends reuniting in a much-changed Arlen, TX. The new season makes its way to Hulu with ten new episodes on August 4th. It features Hank Hill's return to Arlen after taking a propane (and propane accessories) job in Saudi Arabia. The world they return to has changed in startling ways, including fruity beer and 'all-gender bathrooms' and Uber drivers desperate for 5-star reviews. One month later, Judge's other famous animated series Beavis and Butt-Head lands on Comedy Central for the third season of its revival series (the first two can be streamed on Paramount+). A trailer for the new season, which features our titular characters in various stages of life and health, was released Thursday morning: I was more of a King Of The Hill guy than a Beavis and Butt-Head guy – other kids ruined it by doing their annoying voices all the time at school – but both these trailers made me chuckle. 'One gold bar will do!' You kind of got what you asked for, Metallica. Beavis and Butt-Head lands on Comedy Central on September 3rd. Creator Mike Judge will reprise his roles in both series, as Hank Hill, Beavis, Butt-Head and many of the other characters.
Yahoo
14-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Ronny Chieng to voice Kahn in 'King of the Hill' revival
[Source] Comedian and actor Ronny Chieng has been cast as the new voice of Kahn Souphanousinphone in the 14th season of 'King of the Hill,' premiering on Hulu Aug. 4. The series returns after a 15-year hiatus with refreshed stories and casting choices that reflect current standards for representation. Kahn's new voice: Kahn Souphanousinphone, the Hills' Laotian American neighbor in Arlen, Texas, first appeared during the original run of the show from 1997 to 2010. In the original series, Kahn was voiced by Toby Huss, who is not of Asian descent. In the new season, Huss will shift to voicing character Dale Gribble following the death of Johnny Hardwick, while Chieng, a Malaysian-born comedian known for 'The Daily Show,' will voice Kahn for all 10 episodes of the revival. Chieng is billed as a recurring guest star. 15 years later: The 14th season is set in present-day Arlen and moves the story forward by 15 years. Hank and Peggy return after working overseas in Saudi Arabia, and their now 21-year-old son Bobby is a chef in Dallas. The season introduces changes in Arlen, including ride-share services, gender-neutral bathrooms and new social dynamics, with Kahn, his wife Minh and daughter Connie navigating the community's transformation. Authentic casting: Chieng's casting, which the actor revealed during a podcast interview in December, reflects recent trends in animation that prioritize ethnic authenticity. Animated series including 'The Simpsons' and 'Family Guy' have recast roles in recent years to align characters' backgrounds with those of the voice actors. Co-creator Greg Daniels previously said Kahn would be recast if he returned, noting earlier casting decisions were not based on authenticity. Trending on NextShark: This story is part of The Rebel Yellow Newsletter — a bold weekly newsletter from the creators of NextShark, reclaiming our stories and celebrating Asian American voices. Subscribe free to join the movement. If you love what we're building, consider becoming a paid member — your support helps us grow our team, investigate impactful stories, and uplift our community. Trending on NextShark: ! Download the NextShark App: Want to keep up to date on Asian American News? Download the NextShark App today!
Yahoo
14-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
New trailer for 'King of the Hill' reboot is here. When does Season 14 premiere on Hulu?
America's favorite animated Texan is making a return. After a 15-year hiatus, Hank Hill returns to Arlen as "King of the Hill." The original series ended in 2010. With the series returning with a new plot, here is what you need to know about the new trailer before the show's official date. "King of the Hill" will stream on Hulu on August 4. What has Hank and his family been up to since the show's hiatus? Hank, after spending time in Saudi Arabia working on a propane initiative to secure his retirement and that of Peggy's, is seen returning to Arlen in the trailer for Season 14 of "King of the Hill." The revival explores the challenges they face as they confront the numerous changes that have occurred since they left. Bill, Dale (now voiced by Toby Huss following Johnny Hardwick's passing), and Boomhauer remain fixtures in Arlen. As shown in the trailer, they're still up for gathering in the alley with Hank while sipping a few Alamo beers. But, like Hank, they're also navigating the realities of a modernized Arlen, complete with craft beers, gender-neutral restrooms, and ride-share apps like Uber. Meanwhile, Bobby Hill is thriving in Dallas as an Asian fusion chef, maintaining close ties with childhood friends like Connie. With his father struggling to adapt after years abroad in the Middle East, Bobby steps into a guiding role, helping Hank find his footing in a world that has evolved well beyond his comfort zone. This article originally appeared on Austin American-Statesman: When does 'King of the Hill' reboot return? See new official trailer
NDTV
11-07-2025
- Science
- NDTV
Ancient Mayan King's Tomb Filled With Treasures Found In Central America
Archaeologists in Central America's Belize have discovered the tomb of the first ruler of the ancient Maya city of Caracol. The husband-wife duo, Dr Arlen and Dr Diane Chase of the University of Houston, achieved the historic milestone after over 40 years of excavation. The Royal Tomb belongs to Te K'ab Chaak, meaning "Tree Branch Rain God," the first known king of Caracol and the founder of its royal dynasty. The couple, who led the Caracol Archaeological Project, worked in collaboration with Belize's Institute of Archaeology. The Chases named the structure Caana, which translates to "Sky Place" in Maya, because of its enormous height and size. It rises 141 feet into the sky. "It is one of our most important finds. We found the first person in the dynasty, so that, in itself, in terms of the history of Caracol, is huge, and it's incredible that we could identify him as a ruler," Dr Diana told the University of Houston. She added, "We've found numerous tombs with really impressive artefacts inside that were clearly members of the royal family, but this is the first one where it matches with hieroglyphic records to be a ruler and beyond that, the first dynastic ruler." According to the Caracol Archaeological Project, the city of Caracol dates as far back as 900 BC and thrived for centuries until the broader collapse of the Maya civilisation between AD 800-900. It was one of the most powerful Mayan cities and is now considered the largest Mayan archaeological site in Belize. Archaeologists found many valuable and beautifully crafted items such as clay pots, carved bones, seashells, jade beads, and jade death masks made with mosaic. One such piece showed Mayan King receiving offerings, while the other pieces showed prisoners tied up, reported CBS News. One of the pots also had a picture of Ek Chuah, the Mayan god of traders, surrounded by offerings. The king, 5 feet 7 inches tall, was quite old when he died, as he had no teeth left, researchers said. This is the third tomb discovered at Caracol that dates back to around AD 350. The first tomb, found in 2009, contained the body of a woman along with jewellery, seashells, and pottery. In the second attempt, the ashes of three people, in a container, along with two large knives and several items that seemed to come from central Mexico, were found.
Yahoo
11-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
‘King of the Hill' Casts Ronny Chieng to Take Over as Voice of Kahn; Hulu Reveals Season 14 Trailer
Comedian and 'The Daily Show' host/correspondent Ronny Chieng has joined the cast of Hulu's upcoming 'King of the Hill' revival, taking over as the voice of fan-favorite character Kahn Souphanousinphone. Chieng joins the show as a recurring guest star when 'King of the Hill' returns for a long-awaited Season 14, with ten episodes set to bow Aug. 4 on Hulu. He assumes the gig from Toby Huss, who previously voiced Kahn through the show's first 13 seasons, from 1997 to 2009. In the revival, Huss has now moved over to voice Dale Gribble starting with Episode 7, tapping in to replace the late Johnny Hardwick. More from Variety 'Fortnite' Partners With 'Bob's Burgers,' 'Family Guy' and 'King of the Hill' for Father's Day Promotion Two Days Before He Was Killed, Jonathan Joss Crashed a 'King of the Hill' Panel. Here's What Happened in the Room Jonathan Joss, 'King of the Hill' Actor Who Voiced John Redcorn, Dies in Shooting at 59 Kahn is married to Minh and father to Connie (both of whom are voiced by the returning Lauren Tom). As the 'King of the Hill' synopsis notes, 'Kahn is Hank's Laotian neighbor who lives with his wife Minh. Khan is arrogant and has maintained his superiority complex towards his Arlen neighbors. He is ultra-competitive and often butts heads with Hank as he attempts to 'win' at life. He loves his daughter Connie, but tries to control her life and thinks she is too good to associate with Bobby Hill.' Chieng actually let his casting slip in December while recording a podcast with Ari Shaffir, but the news hadn't gone wide until now. Besides 'The Daily Show,' the busy star's most recent Netflix special, 'Ronny Chieng: Love to Hate It,' was named best comedy special of 2024 by the New York Times. He was in the films 'Crazy Rich Asians,' 'M3GAN' and 'Marvel's Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings,' and his TV credits include 'Doogie Kamealoha, M.D.,' 'American Born Chinese,' 'Young Rock' and 'Interior Chinatown.' He'll next be seen in the Peacock series 'The Miniature Wife.' The Season 14 cast of 'King of the Hill' includes Mike Judge, Kathy Najimy, Pamela Adlon, Johnny Hardwick, Stephen Root, Lauren Tom and Toby Huss. The 20th TV Animation series comes from exec producers including original co-creators Mike Judge and Greg Daniels, and incoming executive producer and showrunner Saladin Patterson. Here's the logline for the series return: 'After years working a propane job in Saudi Arabia to earn their retirement nest egg, Hank and Peggy Hill return to a changed Arlen, Texas to reconnect with old friends Dale, Boomhauer and Bill. Meanwhile, Bobby is living his dream as a chef in Dallas and enjoying his 20s with his former classmates Connie, Joseph and Chane.' Here's a look at the show's trailer: And here is the new key art for 'King of the Hill' Season 14: Best of Variety Oscars 2026: George Clooney, Jennifer Lopez, Julia Roberts, Wagner Moura and More Among Early Contenders to Watch New Movies Out Now in Theaters: What to See This Week 'Harry Potter' TV Show Cast Guide: Who's Who in Hogwarts?
