Ep 17. Abner Comes Home / The Sewer King

Abner Comes Home / The Sewer King is the 17th episode of Hey Arnold! Season 1. In this episode, Arnold and his friends find an abandoned turtle and decide to take care of it and name him "Abner." However, when Abner's original owner, Mr. Green, shows up looking for him, Arnold and his friends must find a way to convince Mr. Green that they have been taking good care of Abner and that he is better off staying with them.

Meanwhile, the kids in the neighborhood are being terrorized by a mysterious figure known as "The Sewer King." The kids have no idea who he is or what he wants, but they soon discover that he lives in the sewer and is using the tunnels to steal things from them.

Arnold and his friends set out to catch The Sewer King and find out why he is stealing things from them. They soon discover that he is a homeless man who has been forced to live in the sewers because he has nowhere else to go. Arnold and his friends decide to help The Sewer King by bringing him food and blankets and trying to find him a place to live outside of the sewer.

Throughout the episode, the themes of compassion, friendship, and helping those in need are explored. The kids learn that it is important to see past someone's external appearance and circumstances and to treat them with kindness and understanding. They also learn that often, the people who seem scary or intimidating are actually just people who are struggling and in need of help.

Overall, Abner Comes Home / The Sewer King is a heartwarming and thought-provoking episode that delves into important themes and teaches valuable lessons to its young viewers. It serves as a testament to the power of friendship, compassion, and understanding and reminds us all that we should always strive to help those who are in need.