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Season 1 – King of the Hill

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"King of the Hill" depicts the life and times of Hank Hill, his family and their neighbors in the fictional suburb of Arlen, Texas, the heartland of America. A hard-working, loyal family man and proud Texan, Hank always strives to be a voice of common sense and reason. After years away, Hank and Peggy Hill return to a changed America, while Bobby balances owning a restaurant and enjoying life as a young adult.
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King of the Hill — Season 1

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Critics Consensus

King of the Hill's mild yet extremely funny depiction of small-town Texas life is refreshingly worlds away from from conventional prime-time animation.

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Jim Sullivan Boston Globe Jul 30
King of the Hill has a peculiar way of drawing you in. It looks as if the Hills live in a normal world, but they don't quite. It's skewed. Go to Full Review Todd Camp Fort Worth Star-Telegram/DFW.com Jul 30
What the show lacks in technical expertise it more than makes up for with some of the most savagely on-target human caricatures in recent memory. Go to Full Review Ann Hodges Houston Chronicle Jul 30
A surprisingly sweet, frequently funny show. These animated characters from B&B creator Mike Judge and The Simpsons producer Greg Daniels are real people, and that Boomhauser person is a real riot. Go to Full Review Lanny Larson Fresno Bee Jul 30
The funniest new show of this TV season and Fox's intentionally funniest show since The Adventures of Brisco County Jr. debuted in 1993. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Derrick P @RT51777769 Aug 10 Fire Dale’s voice actor immediately. It also seems that a lot of people prefer the older animation See more Abe S. @ItsAbe Aug 9 This show is an all time classic and is one of the best animated shows period! I’d not one of the best shows period! It’s probably my favorite show next to Phineas and Ferb. See more Ed R @JustcallmeER Aug 8 Pure laughter and the one-liners from Bobby Hill are incredible! See more Ben K. @BenkesslerTaylorsversion Aug 1 That boi ain’t right!! No fr tho this show is top tier great for turning off ur brain at night and the comedy has its moments for sure!! it’s no the simpsons or family guy but it’s definitely worth watching!! See more Steven T. @Scubasteve Jun 27 King of the Hill Season 1 is honestly one of the best starts to a show out there. The comedy is smart and subtle. It doesn’t rely on cheap jokes or overt the top moments. It’s dry, awkward, and perfectly timed. Hank being constantly confused by the modern world is comedy gold. The characters are what really make it shine. Hank is the classic old school dad with a soft side. Peggy’s overconfidence is hilarious. Bobby is just unpredictable in the best way. And then you’ve got Dale, Boomhauer, and Bill rounding it out with their own weird energy. Everyone feels real and unique. It’s a rare show that balances heart and humor so well. No crazy plots, no forced drama, just solid writing and lovable characters. Easily one of the greatest animated shows ever made. See more james o @RT63376403 06/08/2025 the series is created during The Simpsons and Beavis and Butt-Head run. See more Read all reviews
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Mike Judge

Hank Hill

Kathy Najimy

Peggy Hill

Pamela Adlon

Bobby Hill

Brittany Murphy

Luanne Platter

Johnny Hardwick

Dale Gribble

Stephen Root

Buck Strickland

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Jan 12, 1997 Pilot A social worker arrives at the Hill household when people misinterpret Hank's attitude toward Bobby. Voices of Mike Judge, Kathy Najimy, Pamela Segall and Brittany Murphy. Details Episode 2 Aired Jan 12, 1997 Square Peg The school principal recruits Peg to teach sex education to Bobby's class; Hank does everything he can to keep his son from learning about sex. Details Episode 3 Aired Feb 2, 1997 The Order of the Straight Arrow Hank gets in trouble with the police and environmentalists when he takes Bobby and his Boy Scout troop on an adventure. Details Episode 4 Aired Feb 9, 1997 Hank's Got the Willies Willie Nelson invites the Hills to a barbecue after Bobby accidentally hits the star with a golf club. Details Episode 5 Aired Feb 16, 1997 Luanne's Saga After leaving her boyfriend, Hank's niece, Luanne, finds comfort with Boomhauer. Voices of Mike Judge, Kathy Najimy, Pamela Segall and Brittany Murphy. Guest voice: Chuck Mangione. Details Episode 6 Aired Feb 23, 1997 Hank's Unmentionable Problem When Hank suffers irregularity, he must tolerate the embarrassment of a visit to the doctor and questions from his friends. Details Episode 7 Aired Mar 2, 1997 Westie Side Story The Hills feud with their new Laotian neighbors when the families' dogs begin mating. Voices of Mike Judge, Kathy Najimy, Pamela Segall and Brittany Murphy.. Details Episode 8 Aired Mar 23, 1997 Shins of the Father Hank must confront his visiting, war-veteran father when Bobby begins imitating Grandpa's chauvinistic behavior. Details Episode 9 Aired Apr 13, 1997 Peggy the Boggle Champ Peggy competes at the state Boggle championship in Dallas; Luanne and Bobby stain the carpet. Voices of Mike Judge, Kathy Najimy, Pamela Segall and Brittany Murphy. Guest voice: Laurie Metcalf. Details Episode 10 Aired Apr 27, 1997 Keeping Up With Our Joneses Hank forces Bobby to smoke an entire carton of cigarettes after he discovers his experimentation. Voices of Mike Judge, Kathy Najimy, Pamela Segall and Brittany Murphy. Details Episode 11 Aired May 4, 1997 King of the Ant Hill Hank's relationship with Dale becomes strained when they compete for the best lawn on the block. Voices of Mike Judge, Kathy Najimy, Pamela Segall and Brittany Murphy. Details Episode 12 Aired May 11, 1997 Plastic White Female Bobby is found practicing his kissing techniques on Luanne's hairstyling model head. Voices of Mike Judge, Kathy Najimy, Pamela Segall and Brittany Murphy. Details

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King of the Hill — Season 1

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Season Info

Director
Wes Archer, Gary McCarver, Monte Young, Klay Hall, Chuck Sheets, Brian Sheesley, Adam Kuhlman
Executive Producer
Mike Judge, Greg Daniels
Screenwriter
Jonathan Aibel, Paul Lieberstein, Johnny Hardwick, Alan R. Cohen, Cheryl Holliday, David Zuckerman, Greg Daniels, Jonathan Collier, Glenn Berger, Mike Judge, Alan Freedland
Network
Hulu
Rating
TV-PG
Genre
Comedy, Animation
Original Language
English
Release Date
Jan 12, 1997