10 Classic SpongeBob Episodes Every Fan Has Seen

10 Classic SpongeBob Episodes Every Fan Has Seen

SpongeBob SquarePants is one of the most influential and iconic television shows ever. Here are some of its most memorable episodes.

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The show SpongeBob SquarePants is, without a doubt, one of the most influential and iconic television shows of the new millennium. Premiering on May 1, 1999, the series went on to become a staple of Nickelodeon, and a landmark for animated television. As of 2021, nineteen seasons have aired but it wouldn’t be crazy to say most of SpongeBob’s best episodes belong to the first three seasons.

Indeed, when thinking about the sponge’s most iconic and memorable adventures, fans usually remember Band Geeks, Graveyard Shift, or of course, Help Wanted. These episodes feature SpongeBob and company in all their goofy and heartwarming glory, confirming once and for all why it’s the ultimate 2000s cartoon.

10 Help Wanted

The very first episode of the show, “Help Wanted” introduces SpongeBob, Patrick, Mr. Krabs, and Squidward. SpongeBob’s ecstatic, vibrant, over-the-top, and slightly annoying personality is in full display as he prepares to interview for the job of his dreams: fry cook at the Krusty Krab.

“Help Wanted” features one of the series’ most iconic sequences, set to the tune of “Livin’ in the Sunlight, Lovin’ in the Monlight.” As the Krusty Krab is filled with a horde of starving anchovies, SpongeBob arrives flying with a hydro-dynamic spatula and feeds the hungry mob. It’s the perfect way to introduce SpongeBob’s philosophy, and a wonderful debut for the charming series.

9 Tea At The Treedome

Sandy Cheek’s introduction to the zany world of SpongeBob, “Tea at the Treedome” is the first time audiences realize just how innocent and dumb SpongeBob and Patrick can be. When Sandy invites SpongeBob to drink tea at her treedome, he agrees and pretends he doesn’t need water. Alas, his efforts nearly get him, and Patrick, killed.

“Tea at the Treedome” introduces the fun and independent Sandy, as well as her unique home. It also provides one of the most meme-able moments in the show, when SpongeBob finally caves and realizes he does need water to survive.

8 Life Of Crime

One of SpongeBob’s biggest personality traits is how honest and proper he is. He likes doing the right things and has not an ounce of malice in his body. Patrick too is just as naive and unassuming, so when Mr. Krabs fools them into believing they can “borrow” things, they take a balloon from a stand and it pops, they panic because they won’t be able to return it.

In true SpongeBob and Patrick fashion, they overreact and decide to live Bikini Bottom and begin a life as outlaws. Soon, they turn against each other and hilarity ensues. “Life of Crime” has a slightly preachy tone, but when SpongeBob and Patrick are there to deliver the message, it all works out.

7 Sandy, SpongeBob, and the Worm

Sandy Cheeks is one of Bikini Bottom’s strongest individuals. Tough and resourceful, she can easily beat most opponents thanks to her karate abilities and sharp mind. When ab Alaskan Bull Worm terrorizes Bikini Bottom, Sandy volunteers herself to stop it, aided by a terrified SpongeBob.

“Sandy, SpongeBob, and the Worm” is one of those episodes that’s even more exaggerated than usual. It works thanks to its nonsensical premise and the banter between Sandy and SpongeBob. It also features one of Patrick’s most meme-able moments, when he suggests taking Bikini Bottom “and push it somewhere else!”

6 Rock Bottom

Delightful and completely outside-the-box, “Rock Bottom” is one of SpongeBob’s weirdest and most relatable episodes. Coming from Glove World, a glove-themed amusement park, SpongeBob accidentally becomes stuck in abyssopelagic zone called Rock Bottom.

The episode features one of the rare occasions SpongeBob loses his temper and becomes increasingly frustrated by the bad luck surrounding him. It’s also a classic “don’t judge a book by its cover” story, as the creatures SpongeBob is initially frightened of ultimately show kindness towards him, allowing him to escape from the depths of Rock Bottom.

5 Squid’s Day Off

As children, Squidward is by far the least relatable and likable character. He’s grumpy, bitter, rude, and at times outright cruel to SpongeBob, who seems oblivious to his bad temper. As adults, however, Squidward becomes a much more sympathetic character, even becoming relatable.

“Squid’s Day Off” features the acerbic octopus in charge of the Krusty Krab after Mr. Krabs has to go to the hospital. Leaving SpongeBob to deal with both the grill and the cash register, he leaves to take the day off. However, he’s unable to relax because he constantly believes an unsupervised SpongeBob will wreck the restaurant. It’s a hilarious episode that still manages to be heartbreaking, as poor Squidward can’t seem to catch a break.

4 F.U.N.

Plankton is one SpongeBob’s most recurring antagonist, a minimal life form hell-bent on stealing the Krabby Patty recipe. He comes very close numerous times, but his schemes always fail. In “F.U.N.,” he decides to befriend SpongeBob and try to get the recipe out of him.

The episode features a ridiculously catchy song in which SpongeBob tries to teach his philosophy and lifestyle to a reluctant Plankton. The sponge’s contagious wholesomeness almost succeeds in turning Plankton, but in the end, the one-eyed meanie decides to stay evil.

3 Krusty Krab Training Video

When it comes to unique SpongeBob episodes, none hold a candle to “Krusty Krab Training Video.” Completely meta and filled with laugh-out-loud humor, the episode is as much an ode to the characters as a full-on roast of them.

“Krusty Krab Training Video” is also a master class in adult humor disguised as kid’s entertainment. Children will no doubt be enchanted by SpongeBob’s gimmicks, but adults will easily relate to and understand the bureaucracy of the titular training video. Featuring other highlights like P.O.O.P., Patrick ordering a Patty, and the abrupt ending, this is definitely an episode every fan needs to see.

2 Graveyard Shift

As dark and immersive as it is hilarious, “Graveyard Shift” is a one of SpongeBob’s finest hours. Enhanced by the banter between SpongeBob and Squidward, and featuring the story of the Hash-Slinging Slasher, “Graveyard Shift” successfully balances an eerie tone with the show’s classic humor, creating a successful and unforgettable episode.

The ending famously features footage of Max Schreck’s Count Orlok from the classic 1922 horror film Nosferatu, making the entire thing even more outstanding.

1 Band Geeks

Quite possibly the best episode in the entire series, “Band Geeks” is the perfect representation of everything SpongeBob SquarePants stands for. When his old rival, Squilliam, dares Squidward and his band to perform in the famous Bubble Bowl, Squidward accepts and faces the difficult challenge of turning Bikini Bottom’s buffoons into a real band.

“Band Geeks” features the most iconic ending to any SpongeBob episode, in which Squidward’s band performs a ballad called “Sweet Victory,” led by SpongeBob himself. Squidward finally lets loose and dances to the rock tune, and fans all over the world can’t help but shed a tear as this famously underappreciated character finally gets his moment in the spotlight.

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