Youtooz launches a new figurine to bring back childhood memories
"Hey Arnold!" is THE iconic animated series that has marked a whole generation of children and teenagers. Created by Craig Bartlett, the series first aired in 1996 and quickly captured the hearts of viewers worldwide. With its unique blend of comedy, drama and profound themes, "Hey Arnold!" became more than just an animated series for many - it became a true animated classic.
The story takes place in the fictional town of Hillwood, where Arnold, a boy with a skull shaped like an American soccer, lives with his grandparents in a Victorian house. Arnold is a charismatic, lovable character, known for his blue hat and optimistic attitude. He is surrounded by a diverse group of friends, including Gerald, Phoebe, Helga, and many others. Each of these characters brings their own personality and stories, making the series rich in human dynamics.
One of the most memorable aspects of the series is the mysterious Helga Pataki, who seems to hate Arnold in public but is secretly in love with him. This duality creates hilarious and touching moments throughout the series. The friendship between Arnold and Gerald is also a focal point, showing the loyalty and support between close friends.
"Hey Arnold!" tackles deep themes such as friendship, family, cultural diversity and empathy. Episodes regularly touch on complex topics such as pet loss, school bullying, urban gentrification and family relationships. The series shows how Arnold and his friends navigate these challenges in a thoughtful and compassionate way.
In addition to its engaging characters and well-crafted plots, "Hey Arnold!" is also hailed for its memorable soundtrack, which evokes nostalgia in fans. The series also spawned a feature film, "Hey Arnold! The Movie" in 2002, which offered a satisfying conclusion to many of the storylines.
As a tribute to this must-see series, Youtooz has just unveiled a Harold figurine featuring the character seated on one of the school bus seats. Firmly attached to his head is the walkman (another homage to that era^^) with which he is usually seen in the series! With this highly detailed figurine, Youtooz is once again hitting hard for fans (and nostalgics) of 90s cartoons!
Very faithful to the character the Youtooz figurine of Harold is just perfect. Let's hope other characters follow suit. We're thinking of Helga, of course, but also Gerald and Grandpa Phil! In any case, Youtooz has so far announced only one figurine for this license, so we'll keep an eye on that...
Published on 12 September 2023. Last updated on 12 September 2023.
