Best Episodes
Step into the quirky world of "King of the Hill," a beloved animated series that has captured the hearts of viewers since its debut. Set in the heart of Texas, this show follows the everyday life of propane salesman Hank Hill and his eclectic family. From the confident Peggy to the hilarious Bobby and the innocent Luanne, each character brings a unique charm to the screen.
As the episodes unfold, audiences are treated to a blend of humor, heart, and insightful commentary on themes ranging from family dynamics to societal norms. Hank's unwavering conservative beliefs often collide with the realities of modern life, leading to moments of both hilarity and introspection. And let's not forget the colorful cast of beer-drinking neighbors and buddies who add even more depth to the show's rich tapestry.
Whether you're a longtime fan or a newcomer to the series, "King of the Hill" offers a delightful mix of wit and warmth that is sure to entertain and resonate with audiences of all ages. So grab a seat on the couch, kick back, and get ready to embark on a nostalgic journey through the best episodes this beloved show has to offer.
Written by Sophie and last updated on aug 08, 2024.
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Peggy is assigned to teach a Sex Education class. She has to teach herself to overcome her crippling sense of shame and call body parts by their right names -- but her newfound sexual frankness makes Hank so uncomfortable that he pulls Bobby out of the class.
The episode was rated 7.53 from 402 votes.
Hank is worried because Bobby seems to have no goal in life and no role model. He takes Bobby to the golf course, where Bobby accidentally hits Hank's idol, Willie Nelson, with a golf club. Meanwhile, Peggy is upset because Hank pays more attention to his guitar "Betsy", than he does to her. Luanne is failing braidwork at the beauty academy.
The episode was rated 7.56 from 314 votes.
Bobby is worried because he's been invited to his first boy-girl party, where the kids will play Spin the Bottle. Luanne is worried because she has a big hairstyling test coming up. When Luanne brings home a plastic "practice head," Bobby secretly starts using it to practice interacting with the opposite sex. To Peggy's horror, she walks into Bobby's room and finds him kissing the plastic head.
The episode was rated 7.58 from 205 votes.
Laotians Kahn and Minh Souphanousinphone and their daughter Connie move into the house next door to Hank. Hank and Kahn take an immediate dislike to each other, but Peggy makes Hank go to Kahn's barbecue, for fear that people will think Hank is a racist. Dale refuses to eat the burgers at the Bbq, citing that they are dog meat, and when Ladybird and Doggie go missing, Hank thinks he ate them.
The episode was rated 7.64 from 236 votes.
The pilot of King of the Hill introduces us to the town of Arlen, Texas, and the life of propane salesman Hank Hill. Hank spends much of his time standing in the alley outside his house, drinking beer with his three old friends: Dale Gribble, a conspiracy theorist who never notices that his wife Nancy is having an affair with her "healer" John Redcorn (or that his son Joseph looks a lot like Redcorn); Bill Dauterive, a divorced army barber; and Boomhauer, a ladies' man of indeterminate employment and even more indeterminate speech. Hank lives with his wife Peggy, a substitute Spanish teacher at Tom Landry Middle School; his son Bobby, who seems to like comedy records better than sports; Peggy's niece Luanne, an aspiring beautician; and his dog Ladybird, a bloodhound whose mother tracked down James Earl Ray.
The episode was rated 7.67 from 539 votes.
Hank and his friends take Bobby's scout troop on a rite of passage journey in the wilderness. The point of "The Order of the Straight Arrow" is for the kids to realize that their parents are ganging up to play jokes on them, and the joke Hank and the guys choose is to put the kids through a series of fake Native American rituals. However, Bobby takes the rituals seriously, and things become very serious indeed when, on a "snipe hunt," Bobby accidentally clobbers an endangered whooping crane.
The episode was rated 7.67 from 348 votes.
Luanne is dumped by her boyfriend Buckley, and she drives Hank crazy by crying all day and all night. Peggy warns Hank not to interfere, but Hank decides to find a new boyfriend for Luanne. Unfortunately, the all-American guy he picks out for her turns out to be no good, and to Hank's horror, Luanne goes home with Boomhauer. Hank is so disgusted, that he issues an ultimatum.
The episode was rated 7.70 from 263 votes.
Peggy goes to Dallas to represent Arlen in the Texas State Boggle Championship, and brings Hank along as her coach. Hank abandons his coaching duties and sneaks away with his friends to see the Dallas Mower Expo. Meanwhile, back in Arlen, Bobby and Luanne set off a disasterous series of events, sparked by a cup leaving a water ring on the coffee table.
The episode was rated 7.70 from 236 votes.
Hank is constipated, and everyone wants to offer an opinion on how to cure it. After a humiliating visit to a proctologist, he is told that unless his condition improves, his colon will have to be surgically removed. Peggy makes Hank change his diet and his living habits in an attempt to become regular again, but Hank decides he'd rather die with a burger in his colon than live and eat faux-food.
The episode was rated 7.70 from 270 votes.
Hank's father Cotton, a sexist loudmouth who lost his shins fighting in WWII, makes a grand entrance at Bobby's birthday party, saving the day. Peggy can't stand his ways, but he is Bobby's hero, and when Bobby begins to emulate his chauvenistic behavior, Hank reluctantly steps in.
The episode was rated 7.71 from 248 votes.
Hank wants to have the best lawn in the neighborhood for Cinco de Mayo, and he decides that Dale's weekly bug-spraying is hurting his lawn. He tells Dale not to spray his lawn anymore. The war begins. Meanwhile, Bobby captures the Queen Fire Ant, and her hold on him becomes hypnotic.
The episode was rated 7.79 from 236 votes.
In the episode "Keeping Up With Our Joneses" from the beloved TV show "King of the Hill," things take an unexpected turn when Hank catches his son Bobby smoking. Determined to teach Bobby a lesson, Hank decides to make him smoke a whole carton of cigarettes. However, this disciplinary action ends up having unintended consequences as Bobby becomes addicted to smoking, leading both Hank and Peggy to relapse into their own smoking habits.
As the Hill family struggles to break free from their addiction to cigarettes, they come up with various creative methods to help each other quit. From using nicotine patches to attending support groups, they embark on a journey towards a smoke-free lifestyle together. Despite their efforts, it seems like overcoming their addiction is easier said than done.
Just when things seem bleak, Luanne steps in to save the day in a surprising turn of events. Fed up with seeing her family suffer from their addiction, Luanne takes matters into her own hands and devises a plan to help them kick the habit for good. With her determination and unconventional approach, Luanne becomes the unexpected hero in this heartwarming episode of "King of the Hill."
The episode was rated 7.84 from 269 votes.
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