Hey Arnold! is an American animated sitcom created by Craig Bartlett for Nickelodeon. The series originally aired from October 7, 1996, to June 8, 2004. It follows fourth-grader Arnold Shortman, who lives with his grandparents in an inner-city tenement in the fictional city of Hillwood, Washington. The series centers on Arnold's experiences navigating urban life alongside his friends while dealing with various humorous and emotional situations. Although Arnold serves as the main protagonist, many episodes focus on the lives and perspectives of supporting and minor characters.