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Hey Arnold!

(Rated TV-Y7, Children, cartoons, & animation, Starring Spencer Klein, Dan Castellaneta, Jamil Walker Smith, Where to watch: Nicktoons, DVD, Online)
  • Is it age appropriate?

    About our ratings

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 5, age appropriate for kids over 7; suggested age 7.
  • Is it any good?

    4.0
  • Common Sense says

    Strong storytelling and characters -- kids OK.

Why We Rated This on for Ages 7 and Up

The good stuff

  • Messages:

    Arnold's attitude makes him a good role model, but Helga can be a bully -- her actions are meant to hide her crush on Arnold, but that doesn't excuse them. Some mild name-calling ("football head").
 

What to watch out for

  • Violence & scariness:

    Not an issue.
  • Sexy stuff:

    Not an issue.
  • Language:

    Occasional use of words like "freakin" and "crapola."
  • Consumerism:

    Not an issue.
  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    Not an issue.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About Hey Arnold!

Parents need to know that the situations in this series are zany, but the characters' responses are realistic and consistent. The main character is mellow, accepting, and cheerful -- making him a good role model. Another character has a big crush on him and tries to hide it with bullying behavior. Some mild language -- "crap," "football head."

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  1. Kid Reviewer Age 11
    I rate this title on for age 8 and give it 4.0
    My concerns are:
    • Inappropriate language

    • My highlights are:
    • Good role models

    Alright for little kids, perfect for tweens

    I like this show, and it will keep kids young and older entertained.

  2. Adult Reviewer
    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 5.0
    • My highlights are:
    • Educational
    • Positive messages
    • Good role models

    the one nicktoon that can teach anybody

    this is one of the best cause arnold aways looks on the bright side and stay postive on diffrent situtions and he also teaches to help people in need

  3. Teen Reviewer Age 14
    Lives in New York
    I rate this title on for age 6 and give it 5.0
    • My highlights are:
    • Good role models

    A Show with Heart

    Hey Arnold! is a definite Nicktoon classic that all kids will enjoy. This is one of my all-time favorite TV shows, along with The Simpsons, Family Guy, and King of the Hill. Very intersting storylines and artwork is what makes this show a must see for kids of all ages. And even for a non-educational show, there are things good for kids. You have good-hearted Arnold who always does what is right. The only bad thing is.. nothing! This show is perfect for all ages!

  4. Adult Reviewer
    Lives in Texas
    I rate this title on for age 8 and give it 3.0

    One of the better Nick shows

    This has got to be one of the best shows in Nickelodeon's history. It lasted from 1991 until the early 2000s. Only objectionable content present is in one episode where some kids moon a teacher and their bare butts are shown uncensored. (For that reason, I don't think that episode ever aired on Nick on CBS.) Other than that, it's a really great show and it's currently on Nicktoons.

  5. Teen Reviewer Age 13
    Lives in New Jersey
    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 4.0

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