🎬 King of the Hill Revival Set for 2025 Return on Hulu – Toby Huss Rejoins as Dale Gribble
📺 Hulu Sets Premiere Date for King of the Hill Revival
After years of speculation and anticipation, the King of the Hill reboot officially has a premiere date. Hulu announced the revival will launch in 2025, marking the beloved animated sitcom’s return nearly 15 years after its original finale.
Created by Mike Judge and Greg Daniels, the new series is being produced by Bandera Entertainment and 20th Television Animation. Hulu greenlit the project last year, and excitement has only grown since.
🎙️ Toby Huss Returns as Dale Gribble
In a surprise casting announcement, Toby Huss is confirmed to reprise his role as Dale Gribble, the chain-smoking, conspiracy-theorist neighbor who became a cult favorite during the show’s original run.
This follows initial reports suggesting that Dale would be recast following the 2023 passing of Johnny Hardwick, the original voice actor. However, Variety confirmed that Huss—who voiced Khan in earlier seasons—is taking over Dale’s voice to honor Hardwick’s legacy.
👀 What to Expect from the Revival
According to Vulture, the King of the Hill reboot won’t be a simple nostalgic flashback. Instead, it jumps forward in time. Bobby Hill is now a young adult, creating new family dynamics and challenges for Hank and Peggy.
“We wanted to let the characters age and grow, not freeze them in time,” said co-creator Mike Judge in an interview.
With many original voice actors returning—Kathy Najimy (Peggy), Stephen Root (Bill), Pamela Adlon (Bobby)—fans can expect both familiar charm and modern storytelling.
💬 Fan Reaction & Cultural Legacy
The original King of the Hill ran from 1997 to 2010 and was praised for its grounded, character-driven humor. Fans on Reddit and X (formerly Twitter) are already expressing excitement over the revival’s potential to reflect today’s social and political landscape through Arlen’s quirky lens.
Critics note that King of the Hill could become a satirical goldmine for today’s cultural shifts—especially with Dale Gribble’s character making a comeback in a post-conspiracy-theory internet age.
✅ Final Thoughts
The King of the Hill revival is shaping up to be one of the most anticipated TV returns of 2025. With a premiere set on Hulu, a beloved cast returning, and a timely plot evolution, the series promises to attract both long-time fans and a new generation of viewers.
Stay tuned to The North Headlines for more updates, behind-the-scenes insights, and episode breakdowns as we get closer to the premiere.
