The recently released season 15 of "King of the Hill" on Hulu showcases Richardson's influence on the fictional town of Arlen. All 10 episodes became available on July 20, marking the second season since the show's revival in 2025, with Hulu renewing it through season 17.
Co-creator Mike Judge has acknowledged Richardson as the inspiration for Arlen, having lived there in the 1990s while developing the series. Although Arlen is a composite of various Dallas-area suburbs, the essence of Richardson is evident in the show's depiction of suburban life.
This season, the connection to Richardson is more pronounced, featuring the University of Texas at Dallas, located on West Campbell Road in the city's Telecom Corridor. The campus mascot, Temoc, and the Erik Jonsson School of Engineering make appearances. Additionally, landmarks from North Texas, such as Big Tex at the State Fair of Texas and Whataburger, are included.
In this season, Hank and Peggy navigate retirement, while their son Bobby, now an adult, runs a fusion restaurant in Dallas and aims for a spot on a reality cooking show. The voice cast includes Mike Judge, Kathy Najimy, Pamela Adlon, Stephen Root, Lauren Tom, and Toby Huss, continuing the series' legacy with familiar characters.
