King of the Hill (1997)
A propane salesman in small-town Texas navigates modern life with stubborn dignity, and somehow it's one of the greatest animated comedies ever made.
Crowd Score: 7.6/10
- Director: Mike Judge, Greg Daniels
- Genre: Animation, Comedy, Drama
- Rated: TV-14
- Duration: 22 min (per episode)
Who Is It For?
Animation fans who want comedy that respects its characters instead of mocking them. If you grew up on The Simpsons but wish it had more heart and less cynicism, King of the Hill is the antidote. Perfect for anyone who appreciates slow-burn comedy where the humor comes from characters being painfully, lovably themselves. The revival discussion on Reddit shows a passionate fanbase eager for more Arlen.
Vibe Match
The Simpsons meets a Texas barbecue — blue-collar suburban satire that's somehow both the gentlest and sharpest animated comedy ever made
What People Are Saying
Make Hank's half-brother a regular
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I feel like this would've been funnier if they didn't acknowledge it in any of the press at all and the only one who notices is Dale in the show. Make
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Cool that Keith David is in the gang now. I wonder if he'll move into some house nearby
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The og show took place in texas with alot of hispanic and native americans If I recall ? what would they need to change
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Make Hank's half-brother a regular
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