What to watch: 'King of the Hill,' 'Star Trek' spin-off, and new crime dramas headline next week's releases

The week of July 20-26 promises a diverse lineup of new and returning series across major streaming platforms and television networks. Fans can look forward to a mix of genres, from animation and science fiction to crime dramas and comedies.

Animation enthusiasts will welcome the return of the cult classic "King of the Hill" for its 15th season, following its successful revival last year. The new season will see Hank and Peggy Hill navigating retirement and contemporary challenges, including encounters with phone scammers and artificial intelligence. Meanwhile, "Star Trek: Strange New Worlds" embarks on its fourth season, continuing its tradition of varied tones and genres with episodes featuring puppets, dinosaurs, and a cowboy theme.

For fans of crime procedurals, the second season of "The Responder" picks up immediately after its predecessor, with Inspector Jeanette Kilburn and Dr. Sophia Craven investigating a new series of brutal murders. The investigation takes a personal turn as Sophia suspects a former patient, and Jeanette uncovers a disturbing truth close to home.

In the realm of comedy, "Stuart Can't Save the Universe," a spin-off of "The Big Bang Theory," introduces Stuart Bloom, the unlucky comic book store owner, as he accidentally triggers a multiversal crisis. Additionally, the western series "Ransom Canyon" returns for its second season, six months after the previous finale, focusing on Quinn O’Grady's return to her Texas hometown and the ongoing territorial disputes among rival families.