Dan Schneider, a former Nickelodeon producer, apologizes after the documentary series “Quiet on Set.”

Former Nickelodeon producer Dan Schneider expressed remorse for his past behavior and the work environment on the preteen- and teen-oriented shows he produced during the 2000s and 2010s. In response to the Investigation Discovery series “Quiet on Set: The Dark Side of Kids TV,” Schneider, who departed from the network in 2018, described watching the docuseries as “difficult” and “embarrassing.” He acknowledged past actions that he regrets and extended apologies to those affected. Schneider, known for producing successful Nickelodeon shows like “All That,” “The Amanda Show,” “Drake and Josh,” and “iCarly,” addressed allegations of abuse and inappropriate behavior featured in “Quiet on Set,” stating that any questionable content or jokes should be removed from re-runs. He also emphasized that multiple network executives approved the content of his shows and that an investigation prior to his departure found no wrongdoing. Additionally, he discussed accusations against dialogue coach Brian Peck, a close collaborator, who was convicted of lewd acts with a minor. Schneider refuted hiring Peck and expressed emotional distress over the situation. Regarding young actors’ welfare, Schneider suggested having therapists on set and allowing them to opt out of participation if they desire. Nickelodeon did not immediately respond to Schneider’s apology. In response to the documentary, a network spokesperson reiterated Nickelodeon’s commitment to investigating complaints and fostering a safe workplace environment. Former cast members, including Alexa Nikolas from “Zoey 101,” criticized Schneider’s apology and called for increased safeguards for young actors. Schneider admitted to being inexperienced and sometimes rude during his tenure but expressed a desire to handle things differently if given the chance to go back.