Nickelodeon Trivia

100+ Best Nickelodeon Trivia Questions & Answers

Mike Oberman

Updated: April 25th, 2025

Think you're a Nickelodeon expert? Prove it with our Nickelodeon trivia challenge. Let's see how much you know about shows like Rugrats. Hey Arnold, Henry Danger, and more!

Nickelodeon Shows Trivia

Question: What was the first-ever show to air on Nickelodeon, paving the way for slime-filled greatness?

Answer: Pinwheel

Question: What animated series features a sponge who lives under the sea and is always ready for a Krabby Patty?

Answer: SpongeBob SquarePants

Question: Which animated series is about a team of heroes who are part ninja, part turtle, and all awesome?

Answer: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles

Question: Which cartoon follows a Wallaby navigating life in a wild and wacky world?

Answer: Rocko’s Modern Life

Question: What animated series on Nickelodeon features a family who travels the globe, with a daughter who talks to animals?

Answer: The Wild Thornberries

Question: Which cartoon chronicles the misadventures of two beaver brothers trying to survive in the big, crazy world?

Answer: The Angry Beavers

Question: What live-action series follows two brothers named Pete, and has us all wondering, "What’s going on with that neighbor?"

Answer: The Adventures of Pete & Pete

Question: Which animated series on Nickelodeon features a young genius named Jimmy who’s always inventing something wild?

Answer: The Adventures of Jimmy Neutron: Boy Genius

Question: In The Adventures of Pete & Pete, who plays the role of Little Pete, bringing rebellious charm to the screen?

Answer: Danny Tamberelli

Question: In the iCarly revival series, what’s the name of Carly’s quirky roommate who’s all about creating chaos?

Answer: Harley

Question: Who voices the iconic character SpongeBob SquarePants with enough enthusiasm to fill a jellyfish net?

Answer: Tom Kenny

Question: Who played the role of Nona F. Mecklenberg in The Adventures of Pete & Pete, adding a touch of quirky genius?

Answer: Michelle Trachtenberg

Question: Who came up with the hilariously offbeat show You Can’t Do That on Television, where slime became a thing?

Answer: Roger Price

Question: What is the name of the live interactive show where kids get splattered with goo that’s gloriously green?

Answer: Slime Time Live

Question: Which famous actress starred as the super-smart, super-sassy Clarissa in Clarissa Explains It All?

Answer: Melissa Joan Hart

Question: Which chart-topping singer appeared on Victorious and Sam and Cat, bringing her musical talent to Nickelodeon?

Answer: Ariana Grande

Question: What type of animal is Sandy Cheeks, the karate-chopping, science-loving squirrel?

Answer: Squirrel

Question: In Jimmy Neutron, what animal does Jimmy’s dad adore, even if it’s a bit quacky?

Answer: Duck

Question: On Zoey 101, what is Logan’s dad’s job? Hint: It's all about the entertainment biz.

Answer: Producer

Question: Which animated series follows a group of monsters solving spooky mysteries at school and scaring up some laughs?

Answer: Aaahh!!! Real Monsters

Question: What series features characters named Arnold, Helga, and Gerald, who take on the urban jungle of childhood?

Answer: Hey Arnold!

Question: Which Nickelodeon classic cartoon did Canadian animator John Kricfalusi bring to life with wacky, unpredictable humor?

Answer: The Ren & Stimpy Show

Question: What was the first Nicktoon, the animated series that started it all and made our childhoods unforgettable?

Answer: Rugrats

Question: Which character is known for his pink hat, buck teeth, and a love for being the most misunderstood in Dimmsdale?

Answer: Timmy Turner

Question: What is the name of the pop star from The Fairly OddParents, who’s got shiny teeth and a heart of gold?

Answer: Chip Skylark

Question: Who stars as the beloved Carly in iCarly, making every web show more fun than the last?

Answer: Miranda Cosgrove

Question: Which animated series features the unlikely duo of a cat and a dog who were joined at birth (and are constantly at odds)?

Answer: CatDog

Nickelodeon Characters Trivia

Question: Who’s the sponge who lives in a pineapple under the sea and has the best laugh in Bikini Bottom?

Answer: SpongeBob SquarePants

Question: Who’s the fearless leader of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, always ready to lead with his katana?

Answer: Leonardo

Question: Which little dude in The Fairly OddParents gets all the magical wishes (and the chaos that comes with them)?

Answer: Timmy Turner

Question: Who’s the explorer with a talking backpack and a map that always seems to know the way?

Answer: Dora

Question: What’s the name of the adventurous baby in Rugrats, who’s always up for trouble and a bottle?

Answer: Tommy Pickles

Question: Which football-loving, football-head kid is always ready to save the day in Hey Arnold!?

Answer: Arnold

Question: Who’s the young genius in Jimmy Neutron: Boy Genius who’s got a robotic dog named Goddard and an IQ that’s off the charts?

Answer: Jimmy Neutron

Question: What’s the name of the super-energetic girl who’s always making noise in The Loud House?

Answer: Lincoln Loud

Question: Which ghost-hunting teen has the power to save the world in Danny Phantom?

Answer: Danny Phantom

Question: Who’s the neat freak cat in CatDog who’s always annoyed by his dog half?

Answer: Cat

Question: Who’s the Avatar in Avatar: The Last Airbender who can bend all four elements (and still manage a good laugh)?

Answer: Aang

Question: Which character in The Legend of Korra takes over the Avatar role from Aang and totally kicks butt?

Answer: Korra

Question: Who’s the mischievous jungle boy in The Wild Thornberrys who’s always causing a ruckus with his wild ideas?

Answer: Donnie Thornberry

Question: Who’s the fearless pup leader of the Paw Patrol, ready to help anyone in trouble?

Answer: Ryder

Question: What’s the name of the sharp-witted teen in Clarissa Explains It All, who’s got answers to everything (and a killer sense of style)?

Answer: Clarissa Darling

Question: Who’s the adventurous kid in The Adventures of Pete & Pete who’s always on a wild ride, no matter how crazy it gets?

Answer: Pete Wrigley (Little Pete)

Question: Who’s the rockstar heartthrob in Big Time Rush who’s always rocking out and making hearts melt?

Answer: Kendall Knight

Question: Which penguin is in charge of leading the secretive squad in The Penguins of Madagascar?

Answer: Skipper

Question: What’s the name of the animated superhero in The Adventures of Kid Danger, always saving the day with his partner Captain Man?

Answer: Captain Man

Question: Who’s the teen hero in Henry Danger who gets into hilarious adventures as Kid Danger?

Answer: Henry Hart (Kid Danger)

Nickelodeon Actors & Creators Trivia

Question: Who created the sponge with the best laugh in Bikini Bottom?

Answer: Stephen Hillenburg

Question: Which actress made Carly Shay the ultimate web show queen?

Answer: Miranda Cosgrove

Question: Who gave us Timmy Turner and his magical disaster in The Fairly OddParents?

Answer: Butch Hartman

Question: Who voiced Arnold, the football-head legend in Hey Arnold!?

Answer: Lane Toran (original), Phillip Van Dyke (later seasons)

Question: Who’s behind the elemental world of Avatar: The Last Airbender?

Answer: Michael Dante DiMartino and Bryan Konietzko

Question: Who made us laugh as Josh Nichols in Drake & Josh?

Answer: Josh Peck

Question: Who brought Tommy, Chuckie, and the rest of the babies in Rugrats to life?

Answer: Arlene Klasky, Gábor Csupó, and Paul Germain

Question: Which actress made Sam Puckett the girl to watch in iCarly and Sam & Cat?

Answer: Jennette McCurdy

Question: Who created Jimmy Neutron and his genius dog, Goddard?

Answer: John A. Davis

Question: Who voiced the curious and adventurous Tommy Pickles in Rugrats?

Answer: E.G. Daily

Question: Who made The Loud House the ultimate sibling showdown?

Answer: Chris Savino

Question: Which actor played Ned Bigby and shared school survival hacks?

Answer: Devon Werkheiser

Question: Who created Danny Phantom and gave us the ghost-hunting teen?

Answer: Butch Hartman

Question: Which actress played Tori Vega in Victorious and became a star?

Answer: Victoria Justice

Question: Who made Pete & Pete a quirky childhood favorite?

Answer: Will McRobb and Chris Viscardi

Question: Which actor made Zim the most fun alien villain ever in Invader Zim?

Answer: Richard Steven Horvitz

Question: Who created The Wild Thornberrys with a wild family and even wilder adventures?

Answer: Arlene Klasky, Gábor Csupó, Steve Pepoon, and David Silverman

Question: Which actress made Cat Valentine a beloved redhead in Victorious and Sam & Cat?

Answer: Ariana Grande

Question: Who created Ren & Stimpy with its bizarre, off-the-wall humor?

Answer: John Kricfalusi

Question: Who starred as Henry Hart/Kid Danger in Henry Danger?

Answer: Jace Norman

Nickelodeon History Trivia

Question: What was the original name of Nickelodeon before it became the ultimate slime machine?

Answer: Pinwheel

Question: What year did Nickelodeon first burst onto our screens with all the colorful madness?

Answer: 1977

Question: Which game show kicked off Nickelodeon’s obsession with messy, hilarious challenges?

Answer: Double Dare

Question: What does that bright orange in the Nickelodeon logo mean—besides making us think of cheese puffs?

Answer: Youth, Energy & Joy

Question: Who was the mastermind behind picking the iconic orange and green colors for Nickelodeon’s logo?

Answer: Tom Corey

Question: Who owns the crown of Nickelodeon and controls all the laughs and slime?

Answer: Paramount Domestic Media Networks

Question: Who’s the genius who created Nickelodeon, giving us a channel filled with childhood magic?

Answer: Dr. Vivian Horner

Miscellaneous Nickelodeon Trivia

Question: Who directed the 2010 live-action The Last Airbender, and did it make you say "What just happened?"

Answer: M. Night Shyamalan

Question: What is Nickelodeon most famous for—besides slime and wild cartoons?

Answer: Children's Programs

Question: What cartoon follows a group of adventurous babies who somehow always find trouble?

Answer: Rugrats

Question: What co-creators brought Rugrats to life... and had a divorce while working on it?

Answer: Gábor Csupó and Arlene Klasky