Pinocchio was carved by a woodcarver named Geppetto in a Tuscan village. He is created as a wooden puppet, but dreams of becoming a real boy. He is known for his long nose, which grows when he lies.

Pinocchio is a cultural icon and one of the most reimagined characters in children's literature. His story has been adapted into many other media, notably the 1940 Disney film with the same name.