The TV Cave’s Daily TV Guide: What to Watch on July 20

Monday nights are bringing a little bit of everything, and honestly, that's exactly how we like it. Whether you're kicking off the day with a streaming binge, diving into British mysteries, catching the return of an animated TV favorite, or settling in for reality TV drama after work, July 20 has plenty to keep your watchlist busy.

The biggest streaming highlight belongs to King of the Hill, which finally returns with an all-new season on Hulu, while Acorn TV serves up another double dose of mystery with Harry Wild and Inspector Ellis. Later tonight, network TV delivers competition shows, emotional drama, reality TV chaos, and even a season finale that celebrates the inventions that changed history.

Here's everything worth watching today.

TV Schedule for July 20, 2026

Time (ET)	Show	Network/Platform	What to Expect
3:00 AM	Harry Wild	Acorn TV	Harry goes undercover after a scholarship student is accused of murdering his principal, uncovering a conspiracy that suggests someone is framing the teen.
3:00 AM	Inspector Ellis	Acorn TV	DCI Ellis investigates what appears to be an accidental death, only to uncover intimidation, corruption, and an industrial cover-up.
3:00 AM	King of the Hill	Hulu	Season 15 Premiere (10-Episode Binge): Hank and Peggy embrace retirement while Bobby faces the challenges of entrepreneurship and reconnecting with old friends.
3:00 AM	Solo Traveling With Tracee Ellis Ross	Roku	Season 2 Premiere (Three-Episode Binge): Tracee Ellis Ross explores Australia, Switzerland, and Thailand while celebrating the joys of solo travel.
8:00 PM	The 1% Club	FOX	A new group of contestants—including a Guitar Hero world champion and an elite balancing performer—compete for a chance to win $100,000.
8:00 PM	All American	The CW	Jordan wrestles with a major career decision while Cassius turns to KJ for help repairing his marriage to Ava.
8:00 PM	American Ninja Warrior	NBC	New Time Slot: Regional Qualifying begins in Las Vegas as competitors battle for a coveted place in the Regional Finals.
8:00 PM	Below Deck Mediterranean	Bravo	A difficult charter guest tests Aesha and Joy, Cooper faces a frightening health scare, and Nathan struggles to move past a betrayal.
8:00 PM	Dancing With the Stars: The Next Pro	ABC	The remaining dancers perform deeply personal routines while partnering up under Brandon Armstrong's mentorship.
9:00 PM	The McBee Dynasty: Real American Cowboys	Bravo	Family tensions rise as Steven visits his girlfriend's family before the McBee patriarch heads to prison, creating new business conflicts back home.
9:00 PM	The Quiz With Balls	FOX	Hunters and foragers face off in another round of trivia with $100,000 on the line.
9:00 PM	Ugliest House in America	HGTV	Season 8 Premiere: Retta kicks off a new season by touring some of the Frontier region's most unforgettable homes competing for a life-changing renovation.
10:00 PM	History's Greatest Machines With Dolph Lundgren	History	Season 1 Finale: Dolph Lundgren explores the groundbreaking inventions that reshaped civilization, from the printing press to the Apple II and Model T.
10:00 PM	The Wall	NBC	Two Maui boat captains who helped rescue residents during the Lahaina wildfires take on the Wall in hopes of winning millions.

The TV Cave Top Pick: King of the Hill Returns

After years of anticipation, King of the Hill is finally back. The beloved animated comedy returns with a 10-episode binge that catches up with Hank, Peggy, Bobby, and the gang years later. Retirement, changing neighborhoods, and Bobby's entrepreneurial ambitions offer fresh stories while preserving the grounded humor that made the original series such a fan favorite. Whether you've been watching since the Arlen days or you're jumping in for the revival, this is easily Monday's biggest premiere.

Reality TV Fans Have Plenty to Choose From

If live television is more your speed, tonight's lineup is packed. American Ninja Warrior begins its Regional Qualifying rounds in a brand-new time slot, while Dancing With the Stars: The Next Pro asks contestants to open up emotionally through dance. Bravo keeps the drama flowing with new episodes of Below Deck Mediterranean and The McBee Dynasty: Real American Cowboys, giving reality fans plenty of reasons to stay glued to the screen.

Mysteries, Travel, and History Round Out the Night

Streaming viewers looking for something a little different have plenty of options. Acorn TV delivers two intriguing mysteries with Harry Wild and Inspector Ellis, while Solo Traveling With Tracee Ellis Ross offers a lighter escape as the actress journeys through Australia, Switzerland, and Thailand. Later tonight, history buffs can close out the evening with the History's Greatest Machines With Dolph Lundgren season finale before NBC's The Wall delivers an inspiring story with two real-life heroes taking their shot at a life-changing prize.

No matter what kind of TV you're in the mood for, July 20 offers a well-rounded lineup of premieres, finales, reality competitions, heartfelt dramas, and streaming favorites. Happy watching!