(This article is a W.I.P.)
About
Nickelodeon is an American cable and satellite network owned by MTV Networks, a division of Viacom. It’s known for it’s television programming (both animated and live-action), movies and several other things. [1]
History
Nickelodeon first began in 1977 under the name Pinwheel. 2 years later, it would relaunch under it’s current name. It’s main programming were aimed for children, giving it the nickname “The First Kids’ Network”. It would however take until the 90s when Nickelodeon would begin producing their own content rather than licensing from other networks. [2]
Impact
Nickelodeon basically started a trend of channels that are mainly aimed at children.
Fandom
Nickelodeon has over 26,470,000 likes on Facebook. [3] And over 3,680,000 followers on Twitter. [4]
Related Memes
Doug
Doug was Nickelodeon’s first Nicktoon.
The Ren and Stimpy Show
Spongebob Squarepants
Spongebob Squarepants is currently Nickelodeon’s most popular and well-known Nicktoon.
Dora the Explorer
Dora the Explorer is Nickelodeon’s most popular Nicktoon in the Nick Jr. line up.
The Fairly Oddparents
The Fairly Oddparents is another popular and well-known Nicktoon.
The Adventures of Jimmy Neutron: Boy Genius
The Adventures of Jimmy Neutron: Boy Genius was Nickelodeon’s first CG Nicktoon.
Drake and Josh
Drake and Josh was a popular program that aired in the TeenNick block.
Avatar: The Last Airbender/The Legend of Korra
Avatar: The Last Airbender and The Legend of Korra are 2 popular Nicktoons that take place in the same universe.
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles is a franchise that Viacom acquired in 2011, Nickelodeon would later launch a new series in 2012.