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King of the Hill — Season 12
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Suite Smells of ExcessTaking Bobby to a college football game proved eventful; their antics somehow secured them a place in a luxurious VIP box suite, and before they knew it, they were advising the visiting team on play calls.Sep 23, 20078.5Sep 23, 20078.502
Bobby RaeDetermined to make an impression on a girl, Bobby launched a campaign against the soda machines at school. But the teachers, having been diverting the machine’s earnings toward their annual “retreat,” weren’t about to let him succeed without a fight. Simultaneously, Dale resolved to capture his friends' clever remarks and compile them into a book.Sep 30, 20076.5Sep 30, 20076.503
The Powder Puff BoysHank offers Bobby encouragement when he’s asked to cheerlead for the girls in the school's annual Powder Puff game. It isn’t long before Bobby discovers there’s a longstanding tradition, and Hank, Bill, Dale, and even Principal Moss were once “Powder Puff Boys” themselves. However, the boys soon find that Peggy and the PTA are attempting to end this custom altogether.Oct 7, 20076.5Oct 7, 20076.504
21mFour Wave IntersectionA sweltering heat wave descended upon Arlen, prompting Hank and the gang to whisk the kids away to the water park for some relief. However, their day took an awkward turn when they encountered a group of surfer bullies, and even the usually unflappable Boomhauer found himself flustered and making a fool of himself. Elsewhere in town, Bill unexpectedly gained notoriety as the celebrated "Heat-Waver," after he began standing alongside the highway, enthusiastically waving to passing cars.Oct 14, 20077.0Oct 14, 200721m7.005
21mDeath Picks CottonDuring dinners at restaurants featuring tableside cooking, Cotton would erupt into a furious outburst, often escalating to a physical confrontation with the chef. This particular incident left Cotton gravely injured and fighting for his life in the hospital.Nov 11, 20078.0Nov 11, 200721m8.006
21mRaise the SteaksHaving developed a deep affection for organically grown produce, Hank decided to cultivate a small cooperative garden in his backyard.Nov 18, 20078.0Nov 18, 200721m8.007
21mTears of an Inflatable ClownAt Tom Landry Junior High, Bobby found himself entangled in an atmosphere of racial prejudice. Simultaneously, Lucky sustained an injury – snagging a frisbee fashioned from barbed wire – and his friends had to persuade him to seek medical attention at the hospital.Nov 25, 20076.5Nov 25, 200721m6.508
22mThe Minh Who Knew Too MuchDriven by the desire to hone her skeet-shooting abilities and secure a place on the Nine Rivers Country Club team, Minh joined the Arlen Gun Club. Yet, as she grew closer to her neighbors—people she perceived as “hillbillies”—her original ambition began to fade from view.Dec 9, 20077.5Dec 9, 200722m7.509
21mDream WeaverFollowing a period of financial hardship, Nancy persuaded Dale to embark on a career-focused trip. Regrettably, Dale chose basket weaving, though his aptitude for the craft proved rather limited. Simultaneously, Peggy, Bill, and Kahn were attempting to produce what they hoped would be the next viral internet sensation.Dec 16, 20077.0Dec 16, 200721m7.010
21mDoggone CrazyFollowing an incident where Ladybird, in a moment of unusual agitation, bit Hank, she was placed on a register of potentially dangerous animals. Subsequently, Hank received advice from his veterinarian suggesting he consult with a specialist who practices canine spiritual healing.Jan 6, 20086.5Jan 6, 200821m6.511
21mTrans-FascismWhen “Sugarfoots” is forced to close its doors because of a new city ordinance prohibiting foods with trans fats, Hank steps in to assist Buck Strickland in confronting both the Arlen City Council and a competing establishment.Feb 10, 20087.5Feb 10, 200821m7.512
22mUntitled Blake McCormick ProjectBill found himself captivated after a blind date with Charlene, an attractive single mother. Yet, Dale sensed something amiss about the entire affair, a subtle discord that troubled his instincts.Feb 17, 20088.0Feb 17, 200822m8.013
22mThe Accidental TerroristHank bought Peggy a new car, paying the full listed price as was his custom. But when he finally understood he’d been overcharged for years, a plan for retribution began to form in his mind, aimed squarely at the car salesman.Mar 2, 20087.0Mar 2, 200822m7.014
22mLady and GentrificationHank reluctantly accepted an invitation to address Enrique’s daughter at her quinceañera celebration. Soon after, a surprising development arose: several of Peggy's property clients found themselves charmed by the area’s distinctive Mexican character and began relocating there.Mar 9, 20086.5Mar 9, 200822m6.515
22mBehind Closed DoorsThe disappearance of a child in Arlen stirred a deep protectiveness within Peggy, causing her to watch over those around her with an intensity she hadn't known before.Mar 16, 20086.5Mar 16, 200822m6.516
22mPour Some Sugar on KahnSeeking refuge, Kahn found himself at the bar, joining in on the karaoke night following a visit from Minh’s father. Simultaneously, Bobby and Peggy engaged in a playful rivalry, each attempting to surpass the other in a steadily mounting competition.Mar 30, 20087.0Mar 30, 200822m7.017
22mSix Characters in Search of a HouseWhen Peggy found herself struggling to sell a property, she discovered the existing occupants were proving detrimental to attracting potential buyers. To remedy this, she engaged professional actors to impersonate them.Apr 6, 20087.0Apr 6, 200822m7.018
22mThe Courtship of Joseph's FatherDale’s son rose to prominence as the starting quarterback for Landry High School, yet Dale urged him to consider an offer from a prestigious private academy—an offer that came with a substantial financial agreement.Apr 13, 20088.0Apr 13, 200822m8.019
22mStrangeness on a TrainPeggy, lamenting that her birthday celebrations invariably fall short of what she hopes for, decided to orchestrate a disco-themed party aboard a mysterious train journey. Yet, when Luanne inadvertently spoiled the surprise, Peggy’s fears resurfaced – that her parties were destined to end in disappointment. However, a fresh puzzle emerged as a couple disappeared into the train's bathroom, and the assembled guests found themselves tasked with uncovering what had transpired.Apr 27, 20089.0Apr 27, 200822m9.020
22mCops and RobertFollowing a false accusation involving a thrown soda can, Bobby finds himself reluctantly serving as an assistant to the school’s police officer. Simultaneously, Hank mistakenly acquires what he believes to be his own lost wallet—only to discover it belongs to another man. His attempt to return the misplaced item is met with considerable displeasure from its owner.May 4, 20087.5May 4, 200822m7.521
22mIt Came from the GarageEager for an afternoon connecting with his son, Hank devised a boat-building contest to occupy Dale, Bill, and Boomhauer. But his hopes for quality time with Bobby were dashed when a swarm of bats invaded the construction garage, forcing him to abandon his plan.May 11, 20087.0May 11, 200822m7.022
21mLife: A Loser's ManualA figure from Luanne’s past—her estranged father—and Peggy’s brother, Hoyt, a man with a criminal record and already facing serious legal trouble, arrived in Arlen. Following another offense, Hoyt was apprehended, but Lucky, feeling a sense of responsibility, accepted the consequences on his behalf, allowing Hoyt to slip away and resume his unlawful pursuits.May 18, 20086.0May 18, 200821m6.0
