The Official GOAT List: Ranking the Greatest Nickelodeon Shows of All Time
Nickelodeon has been shaping childhoods for more than three decades, producing some of the most beloved cartoons and live-action shows in TV history. From the wacky humor of SpongeBob SquarePants to the groundbreaking storytelling of Avatar: The Last Airbender, and from sketch comedy classics like All That to unforgettable sitcoms like Drake & Josh and iCarly, Nickelodeon shows have become cultural touchstones across generations. In this league, fans face off to decide which Nick show truly deserves the crown. Cast your votes in each battle and watch as the GOAT List takes shape.
1. SPONGEBOB SQUAREPANTS
SpongeBob SquarePants is currently the #1 Greatest Nickelodeon Shows of All Time winning 75.8% head-to-head battles.
4. AVATAR: THE LAST AIRBENDER
Avatar: The Last Airbender is currently the #4 Greatest Nickelodeon Shows of All Time winning 51.5% head-to-head battles.
5. THE FAIRLY ODDPARENTS
The Fairly OddParents is currently the #5 Greatest Nickelodeon Shows of All Time winning 50.3% head-to-head battles.
6. KENAN & KEL
Kenan & Kel is currently the #6 Greatest Nickelodeon Shows of All Time winning 46.6% head-to-head battles.
7. HEY ARNOLD!
Hey Arnold! is currently the #7 Greatest Nickelodeon Shows of All Time winning 45.6% head-to-head battles.
8. DRAKE & JOSH
Drake & Josh is currently the #8 Greatest Nickelodeon Shows of All Time winning 42.5% head-to-head battles.
9. ROCKO’S MODERN LIFE
Rocko’s Modern Life is currently the #9 Greatest Nickelodeon Shows of All Time winning 40.7% head-to-head battles.
11. ARE YOU AFRAID OF THE DARK?
Are You Afraid of the Dark? is currently the #11 Greatest Nickelodeon Shows of All Time winning 36.6% head-to-head battles.
12. INVADER ZIM
Invader Zim is currently the #12 Greatest Nickelodeon Shows of All Time winning 27.4% head-to-head battles.
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