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Yahoo
5 days ago
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- Yahoo
Dave Nemetz Reviews King of the Hill: Yup, Hulu's Revival Has Aged a Bit, But Still Delivers Texas-Sized Laughs
Like Hank Hill, I'm naturally skeptical of anything new. So I was a bit worried when Hulu announced they're bringing back the animated comedy King of the Hill for new episodes — only because the original Fox run was so impeccable, and I'd hate for anything to taint that. Then I got more worried when I learned the new King of the Hill would be set years later, with a grown-up Bobby Hill (!). Is nothing sacred? (Please hear that in Bobby Hill's voice, and giggle along with me.) But I shouldn't have worried: Hulu's new King of the Hill — premiering Monday, Aug. 4; I've seen the first four episodes — has the same warm, down-home appeal of the original, with the voice cast effortlessly slipping back into their old roles. Really, setting aside Bobby's adulthood and a few wrinkles on Peggy's face, most of the new King of the Hill could've aired back in 1998, and it would've fit in seamlessly. The nods to the absurdity of modern life, though, are golden, giving Hank and his pals plenty of new things to complain about. (Can you believe the world of conspiracy theories actually caught up to Dale Gribble?) More from TVLine Buffy the Vampire Slayer Reboot Adds 5 - Including Severance and Frasier Vets Chuck Mangione, Jazz Musician and King of the Hill Guest Star, Dead at 84 Chris Meloni Joins, William H. Macy Circling Hulu's NFL Drama From Dan Fogelman The joy of King of the Hill — which enjoyed a healthy 13-season run on Fox that ended in 2009 — lies in how grounded it is. Yes, it's an animated series, but it never took off into fantasy land with rocket ships and superpowers. Instead, co-creators Mike Judge and Greg Daniels always kept it rooted in small-town America, spinning a humble family sitcom in the fictional Texas town of Arlen. King of the Hill was never as laugh-out-loud funny as The Simpsons — except maybe when Bobby learned the self-defense technique of 'That's my purse!' — but it was comfortingly low-key, with plenty of warm chuckles along the way. And Hulu's revival nobly carries on that tradition, maintaining that low-key vibe while bringing Hank and company into the 2020s… whether they like it or not. As the revival kicks off, the stubbornly traditional Hank (Judge) and his wife Peggy (Kathy Najimy) are just returning to Arlen after spending several years in Saudi Arabia, where Hank worked as — of course — a propane consultant. They return home to find their hometown mostly unchanged… although Hank's friend Bill (Stephen Root) did freak out a bit during COVID and became a paranoid recluse, bearded and bed-ridden. Hank and Peggy's son Bobby (Pamela Adlon) has grown up, though, and is now a chef at his own restaurant, cooking up Japanese-style robata. Just don't ask if he's using propane. It does take a minute to get used to seeing and hearing a grown-up Bobby — I was not prepared to consider Bobby Hill as a sexual being — but Adlon's squeaky voice, though a bit lower here, is once again a joy, and just like he did in the original series, Bobby steals the show. The rest of the gang is pretty much how we remember them, thankfully: Peggy is still chipper and confident. Bill is still lonely and pathetic. Dale is still slinging wild conspiracy theories (and COVID has given him lots of ammunition). Boomhauer is still mumbling unintelligibly. Plus, Hank gets to be annoyed by all kinds of modern innovations, from Uber drivers to Zoom calls to barbecue grills equipped with Wi-Fi, for some reason. There are a few differences longtime fans will notice: Hank's airheaded niece Luanne, voiced by the late Brittany Murphy, isn't in the revival — and that's for the best, really, since Murphy was irreplaceable. (Johnny Hardwick, who originally voiced Dale, passed away in 2023, and Toby Huss takes over for him midway through the season.) Aside from a few cosmetic differences, though, Hulu's new episodes slip right into the show we know and love. The premiere has to spend time setting things up and reintroducing everyone, but the episodes after that just feel like vintage King of the Hill. It's a lot like the Alamo beer that Hank and his friends sip in the alley: nothing too flashy, but always reliable — and, in its own way, kind of timeless. THE TVLINE BOTTOM LINE: Hulu's revival brings back the comfortingly low-key vibe of the original, along with a few smart updates.
Newsweek
02-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Original 'King of the Hill' Voice Actor Dead After Fatal Shooting
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Entertainment gossip and news from Newsweek's network of contributors There has been a ton of news surrounding the longtime and beloved "King of the Hill" series, including the new revival on Hulu receiving a release date. However, tragedy has struck the series, as longtime voice actor Johnathan Joss is dead after being involved in a fatal shooting. Jonathan Joss, 'King of the Hill' Actor, Dies in Shooting at 59 — Variety (@Variety) June 2, 2025 Read more: 'King of the Hill' Revival Reveals New Opening and a Much Older Bobby Hill Joss is well-known in "King of the Hill" as he was the voice actor for John Redcorn, who has been a series regular since the adult animated series was released in 1997. The account of the shooting was shared by TMZ and reported by multiple other outlets. In an email to Newsweek, the San Antonio Police Department confirmed that Jonathan Joss Gonzales was pronounced dead after officers attempted life-saving measures; an investigation is still ongoing. On top of being the voice for John Redcorn, Joss also held a substantial role in "Parks and Recreation" as Chief Ken Hotate. He also appeared in "Tulsa King," "Ray Donovan," and films like "True Grit" and "The Magnificent Seven." The "King of the Hill" revival is set for an Aug. 4 release date on Hulu, and the series has already lost one of its main characters. Johnny Hardwick, who voiced Dale Gribble for years, died in 2023. Read more: 'King of the Hill' Revival Announces New Voice Actor for Dale Gribble It was revealed that Hardwick recorded six episodes of the revival before his death. It was also announced that series regular Toby Huss would take over as Gribble. Huss previously voiced Kahn Souphanousinphone, Hank's rival and neighbor, and Cotton Hill, Hank's father. There are no details about how involved John Redcorn would be in the series, but he was shown in the brand-new opening.
Yahoo
02-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
‘King of the Hill' Revival Casts Toby Huss to Take Over as Voice of Dale Gribble (EXCLUSIVE)
Voice actor Toby Huss has been tapped to take over as the voice of unsuccessful exterminator and conspiracy theorist Dale Gribble on 'King of the Hill' as the show is revived for a Season 14. Huss is no stranger to 'King of the Hill,' having voiced Kahn Souphanousinphone and Cotton Hill during the show's original run. In taking over Dale, Huss replaces Johnny Hardwick, who voiced the character for its original 13 seasons on Fox, from 1997 to 2009. Hardwick recorded six episodes for the upcoming season before his death in 2023. Hardwick also had roles as a writer and a story editor during his run on the show, which consisted of 258 episodes. More from Variety 'King of the Hill Revival' Sets Hulu Release Date, Drops First-Look 'One Chicago Podcast' Launching to Bring Fans Behind the Scenes of NBC Franchise (EXCLUSIVE) 'Landman' to Receive Inaugural 'Texas Made' Award at ATX TV Festival (EXCLUSIVE) The news of Huss' casting as Dale was set to be announced Friday at the ATX TV Festival in Austin, where 'King of the Hill' will be featured with a combination reunion/revival panel featuring co-creators and executive producers Mike Judge and Greg Daniels, executive producer/showrunner Saladin Patterson, and series stars Pamela Adlon (who plays Bobby Hill), Lauren Tom (Connie) and Huss. In the case of Dale, the show notes that 'he remains an extreme skeptic at heart with even wilder conspiracies and half-baked, elaborate schemes.' Besides 'King of the Hill,' Huss' credits include 'Seinfeld' and 'Halt and Catch Fire.' His film resume includes 'Copshop,' 'Halloween' and the upcoming horror/thriller 'Weapons.' As a visual artist, Huss' paintings were recently exhibited in Los Angeles, and his photography was published as the collection 'American Sugargristle.' The 'King of the Hill' revival (which marks the show's Season 14) will premiere Monday, Aug. 4, with ten new episodes, producers also revealed Friday. Here's the logline for the new season: '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.' 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. 3 Arts' Michael Rotenberg and Howard Klein, and Bandera Entertainment's Dustin Davis, also serve as executive producers. Here's a look at how 'King of the Hill' will pay tribute to Hardwick in Episode 6: And here's a first look at the new season: Best of Variety What's Coming to Netflix in June 2025 New Movies Out Now in Theaters: What to See This Week 'Harry Potter' TV Show Cast Guide: Who's Who in Hogwarts?
Newsweek
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
King of the Hill Revival First Look Brings the Hills Into the 2020s
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Entertainment gossip and news from Newsweek's network of contributors We've been waiting a couple of years now for the "King of the Hill" revival series, and now it's almost here. Today Hulu released a first look image hinting that Hank Hill - along with his family and friends - are going to be struggling with dealing with today's world in the new series. You can see the image below. First look at the 'KING OF THE HILL' revival series. Releasing this Summer on Hulu. — DiscussingFilm (@DiscussingFilm) May 14, 2025 Read More: When Does the Finale Episode of The Handmaid's Tale Season 6 Come Out? Bill Dauterive is getting food delivered from "Mega Lo Eats" - clearly a spin on delivery services like Uber Eats and GrubHub. Boomhauer appears to be scrolling through some kind of touchscreen tablet. Dale Gribble is vaping while wearing a virtual reality headset. All the while, a drone is on its way to deliver a case of Alamo beer. The only one who seems not to be partaking in any of the high-tech shenanigans is Hank, and he doesn't look very happy about what's going on around him. It will be interesting to see how Hank Hill is able to deal with modern problems. How will social media impact the boys by the fence? How did the Hills get through the pandemic? Are we going to find out what happens when Hank Hill finds one of his kids using Tinder? Or are his kids even kids anymore? What happens if someone tries to replace Hank Hill's beer with a hard seltzer? We don't know yet exactly when we can once again visit the town of Arlen, Texas, but we can expect the series to debut sometime this summer. "Beavis and Butthead" creator Mike Judge began developing "King of the Hill" while he was working on the former series, and he and Greg Daniels tackled it together after Judge pitched the series to Fox. "King of the Hill" debuted in 1997 and it didn't take long for it to become a success. It would go on to become one of the longest-running series on Fox, lasting 13 seasons and 259 episodes. Most of the original cast is expected to return for the "King of the Hill" revival while there are some unfortunate exceptions. The late Johnny Hardwick voiced Dale Gribble in the original series. Likewise, Brittany Murphy (Luanne Platter) and Tom Petty (Lucky) are no longer with us. More TV: 'Alien: Earth' Horror Sci-Fi Series Announces Premiere Date Madonna Teams with 'Deadpool' Director for New Biopic Series
The Verge
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Verge
Posted May 14, 2025 at 1:46 PM EDT
Dale Gribble, vaping, wearing a VR headset. We just got the first image from Hulu's upcoming return to King of the Hill, which is supposedly streaming 'soon.' But really, the image speaks for itself. Hank and friends have been thoroughly modernized. I'll tell you what. The King is returning soon, on @Hulu and #HuluOnDisneyPlus. #KingOfTheHill — kingofthehill (@kingofthehill) May 14, 2025
