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.
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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, Download)
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Not age appropriate for kids under 5, age appropriate for kids over 7; suggested age 7. -
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Common Sense says
Strong storytelling and characters -- kids OK.
updated 07.04.08
Why We Rated This 
for Ages 7 and Up
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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."
Read our full review by Sarah Wenk
Families Can Talk About
- Families can talk about the reality of the show. Do your kids think Arnold is a good role model? Does he handle situations like they do?
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Lives in TexasI rate this title on for age 8 and give itOne of the better Nick shows
- Lives in New JerseyI rate this title on for age 2 and give it
- Lives in VirginiaI rate this title off for age 8 and give it
My son doesn't watch this anymore
He used to like it, but now it has become boring all of a sudden.
- Lives in CaliforniaI rate this title on for age 2 and give it
best show ever!!!!
this is the best show ever to be aired on tv it has nothing wrong with it and always sends a good message the only violense is the bullies please let your kids waatch the best show ever to be aired on earth!!!!!
- Lives in New YorkI rate this title on for age 2 and give it
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