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When does 'King of the Hill' reboot come out? See Hulu release date, Hank Hill on Fortnite
Hank Hill is not only returning to "King of the Hill," but also is making an appearance in one of the most popular games you can stream today.
Published June 16, 2025 at 1:52pm by Marley Malenfant

Favorite fictional Texan Hank Hill is not only returning to "King of the Hill," but also is making an appearance in one of the most popular games you can stream today.
On Father's Day, Hank dropped in to give some fatherly advice and in what seems to be a new tease for the upcoming new season of "King of the Hill."
It also appears that Hank will be doing more than selling propane and propane accessories, as he and other popular TV dads will be featured characters in Fortnite, according to reports.
Here's what to know about the "King of the Hill" reboot:
When does 'King of the Hill' reboot come out?
"King of the Hill" will stream on Hulu on August 4.
Hulu has provided a key detail alongside the footage that will satisfy most viewers:
"After spending years working a propane job in Saudi Arabia to secure their retirement savings, Hank and Peggy Hill return to a transformed Arlen, Texas, eager to reconnect with longtime friends Dale, Boomhauer, and Bill. Meanwhile, Bobby is thriving as a chef in Dallas, fully embracing his 20s alongside former classmates Connie, Joseph, and Chane."
One character is noticeably absent. Luanne, originally voiced by the late Brittany Murphy, does not appear in the opening credits. So far, neither the show's creators, Mike Judge and Greg Daniels, nor any cast members have shared their plans for her role.You can view the new opening credits below.
When is Hank Hill coming to Fortnite?
Epic Games, the company that produces Fortnite, announced that TV dads Hank Hill, Bob Blecher from "Bob's Burgers," and Cleveland Brown from "Family Guy" are now all available characters in Fortnite.
What did Hank Hill say on Father's Day?
On Father's Day, the "King of the Hill" social media account dropped another tease that appears to hint at the plot of the upcoming season.
In the 40-second clip, Hank and his son have a debate about beer. It also shows Hank giving a ride-share a 4-star rating to give the driver "something to work for," and another clip of a grown-up Bobby Hill challenging his dad for who should be in charge of the grill.