Hey Arnold! The Movie
Hey Arnold! The Movie

Hey Arnold! The Movie

2002Movie76 minEnglish

Arnold and his friends must recover a stolen document in order to prevent the neighborhood from being bulldozed.

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IMDb6.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes54%
Metacritic57/100
Google Users76%
Director: Tuck TuckerGenres: Animation, Comedy, Family, Adventure

Plot Summary

Arnold and his friends must save their neighborhood from a corrupt tycoon who plans to turn it into a giant shopping mall. They embark on a daring adventure to find Thomas Edison's lost blueprints, which hold the key to protecting their community. Along the way, Arnold confronts his own doubts and learns the importance of standing up for what's right.

Critical Reception

Hey Arnold! The Movie received a mixed to positive reception from critics and audiences. While praised for its continuation of the beloved television series' charm and humor, some found the plot to be somewhat predictable and the stakes not always convincing for a feature film. Nevertheless, it was largely seen as a satisfying experience for fans of the show.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for capturing the heartwarming spirit and humor of the original TV series.
  • Criticized by some for a story that felt more suited to a television episode than a feature film.
  • Lauded for its colorful animation and likable characters.

Google audience: Audiences generally enjoyed the movie, appreciating its faithful adaptation of the 'Hey Arnold!' universe and its positive messages. Many viewers found it to be a fun and engaging experience for younger audiences and long-time fans of the series.

Fun Fact

The film was originally intended to be the series finale of 'Hey Arnold!', but due to Nickelodeon's decision to cancel the show before the movie's release, it ended up being a standalone film that still provided closure for many of the characters' storylines.

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