Nickelodeon is an American pay television network and streaming platform that focuses on children's programming. Owned by ViacomCBS Networks International, it has become one of the most popular cable channels in the United States.
Founded in 1977 as Pinwheel
Renamed as Nickelodeon in 1979
Became the highest-rated basic cable channel in the US in the mid-1990s
Expanded to other countries in the late 1990s and early 2000s
A pay television network and streaming platform that airs family-friendly programming
A pay television network and streaming platform that features animated programming
A pay television network and streaming platform that focuses on classic animated programming
An animated television series that has become one of Nickelodeon's most popular and iconic shows
An animated television series based on the comic book series of the same name
An animated television series aimed at preschoolers that focuses on a team of rescue dogs
Nickelodeon is available on most cable and satellite TV providers in the US, including Xfinity, Dish Network, and DirecTV. It is also available on streaming platforms such as fuboTV and Hulu + Live TV.
Nickelodeon's programming is primarily aimed at children between the ages of 6 and 11, although it also has programming aimed at preschoolers and teenagers.
Some of Nickelodeon's most popular shows include SpongeBob SquarePants, PAW Patrol, and The Loud House.
While Nickelodeon is known for its animated programming, it also airs live-action shows such as Henry Danger and iCarly.
Yes, Nickelodeon has its own streaming service called Nick+ which is available in select countries. It also has shows available on other streaming platforms such as Netflix and Amazon Prime Video.