where to watch Hey Arnold!: The Movie
6.0/10 IMDb
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Where To Watch Hey Arnold!: The Movie

Hey Arnold!: The Movie is a 2002 American animated adventure comedy directed by Tuck Tucker, based on the popular Nickelodeon TV series Hey Arnold!. The story follows young Arnold, his best friend Gerald, and classmate Helga as they discover a greedy developer wants to destroy their beloved neighborhood to build a massive shopping mall. Determined to save their community, they search for a historical document that could protect the area. Featuring humor, heart, relatable childhood courage, and a memorable cast of characters, this film brings the beloved cartoon to the big screen with spirited fun and a message about community and friendship.

  • Release Date: June 28, 2002
  • Director: Tuck Tucker
  • Genre: Adventure, Animation, Kids, Family, Kids
  • Duration: 1 hour and 15 minutes
  • Language: English
  • Starring: Dan Castellaneta, Tress MacNeille, Paul Sorvino, Jennifer Jason Leigh, Christopher Lloyd, Maurice LaMarche
  • Box Office: $15.25 Million Worldwide
  • Where To Watch: Apple TV, Paramount, Amazon Prime Video

More details about Hey Arnold!: The Movie and where you can watch

In Hey Arnold!: The Movie, Arnold Shortman and his friends learn that a ruthless industrialist named Alphonse Scheck plans to demolish their close-knit neighborhood of Hillwood and build a large “mall-plex.” When the adults’ attempts to stop the development fail, Arnold teams up with his best friend Gerald and reluctant ally Helga to find proof that the neighborhood is a historical landmark. Their quest leads them through city archives, quirky interactions, and personal growth as they strive to save the homes and memories of their community. Alongside the familiar cast from the TV series, the kids’ persistent optimism and clever teamwork drive the story forward, blending comedy with a sense of responsibility and nostalgia for fans of the beloved animated show.

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Did You Know

Hey Arnold!: The Movie was originally developed as a television special titled Arnold Saves the Neighborhood, but after surprisingly successful early test screenings, Paramount Pictures decided to give it a full theatrical release making it one of the rare feature films spun directly from a TV cartoon that first wasn’t intended for theaters.