SpongeBob SquarePants

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Season 1
Season #: 14, 13, 12, 11, 10, 9, 8, 7, 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1
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  1. DunyG
    Apr 9, 2021
    10
    The beginning, ever since the first episode it has thrived. While seasons 5-8 aren't generally liked this season was the start of something great.
  2. ForReals13
    Jun 10, 2020
    9
    Help Wanted/Reef Blower/Tea At The Treedome B+.
    BubbleStand/Ripped Pants B+.
    Jellyfishing/Plankton B+. Naughty Nautical Neighbors/Boating School B+. Pizza Delivery/Home Sweet Pineapple A. Mermaidman And Barnacleboy/Pickles B+. Hall Monitor/Jellyfish Jam B+. Sandy's Rocket/Squeaky Boots B. Nature Pants/Opposite Day B+. Culture Shock/F.U.N. B+. MuscleBob BuffPants/Squidward The Unfriendly    Help Wanted/Reef Blower/Tea At The Treedome B+.
    BubbleStand/Ripped Pants B+.
    Jellyfishing/Plankton B+.
    Naughty Nautical Neighbors/Boating School B+.
    Pizza Delivery/Home Sweet Pineapple A.
    Mermaidman And Barnacleboy/Pickles B+.
    Hall Monitor/Jellyfish Jam B+.
    Sandy's Rocket/Squeaky Boots B.
    Nature Pants/Opposite Day B+.
    Culture Shock/F.U.N. B+.
    MuscleBob BuffPants/Squidward The Unfriendly Ghost B+.
    The Chaperone/Employee Of The Month B+.
    Scaredy Pants/I Was A Teenage Gary B+.
    SB 129/Karate Choppers A-. Sleepy Time/Suds B+.
    Valentine's Day/The Paper B+. Arrgh/Rock Bottom A.
    Texas/Walking Small B+.
    Fools In April/Neptune's Spatula B+.
    Hooky/Mermaidman And Barnacleboy II B+.    … Expand
  3. AdrianOst07
    Mar 21, 2020
    10
    Season 1 is hands down the best season of Spongebob ever. Nearly every episode that is memorable or has memorable moments came from this season. Watching back episodes from this season reminds me of my early childhood whenever I used to watch this when I was a kid and it still made me laugh years later to the point I felt like a kid again watching this. The art style is definitely the bestSeason 1 is hands down the best season of Spongebob ever. Nearly every episode that is memorable or has memorable moments came from this season. Watching back episodes from this season reminds me of my early childhood whenever I used to watch this when I was a kid and it still made me laugh years later to the point I felt like a kid again watching this. The art style is definitely the best in this season I would say and the 2nd and 3rd. The first season and the next two would definitely show why Spongebob is one of the greatest cartoons of all time with every episode being full of creativity and unexpected happenings which makes watching this cartoon worth it without regret.

    If you haven't watched Spongebob, 1) You're missing out 2) I definitely recommend watching this season.    … Expand
  4. Marionintendero
    Jan 6, 2019
    10
    Es La Serie Animada Mas Entretenida De Todas,
    Puntos Positivos:Buena Animación,Buena Trama,Doblaje Mexicano Y Un Largo Etc.
    Puntos Negativos:Ninguno
    Puntos Promedios:Ninguno
  5. ApertureJanitor
    Jan 4, 2019
    10
    This show is pure genius, it's hilarious for kids and adults alike, its pace's perfection is inspired by god itself, the majority of the episodes in this season have the perfect length to keep me engaged, the humor made me laugh my ass off when I was a kid, and still makes me laugh my ass off as an adult, structure-wise, there's no other cartoon show that will come closer to perfectionThis show is pure genius, it's hilarious for kids and adults alike, its pace's perfection is inspired by god itself, the majority of the episodes in this season have the perfect length to keep me engaged, the humor made me laugh my ass off when I was a kid, and still makes me laugh my ass off as an adult, structure-wise, there's no other cartoon show that will come closer to perfection than Spongebob's first seasons.
    The characters deserve their own paragraph because they're so damn good. At first glance you'll maybe dismiss the characters as being one-dimensional and bland, but upon further engagement on the brilliant storylines, you'll come to find that they have passions, emotions, desires, insecurities, and they feel way more human than 99% of other cartoon characters despite having a strong emphasis on their primary characteristics.
    Stephen Hillemburg's death is really a loss to this world, for this creative mastermind made the childhood and possibly even adulthood of many people way better with a simple cartoon, and the first 4 seasons are the creme de la creme when it comes to quality animation, super F for Stephen.    … Expand
  6. MahdiGamer
    Mar 9, 2018
    10
    Good old nostalgic Sponge bob!Even though the first 4 seasons were way more funny, it can still make you laugh.
  7. SuperAquaLuigi
    Feb 9, 2018
    9
    While not as funny as the show would become after this, this season is still a great start to a classic cartoon.
  8. DanShelley
    Feb 2, 2018
    10
    Best show ever aired on international television! Spongebob Squarepants is truly a worldwide icon and everyone loves him and his friends!
  9. twinky4746
    Feb 2, 2018
    10
    The best cartoon on nickelodeon ever, The voice acting is so good and hilarious and the characters personalities are spot on and their is something here that anyone can enjoy.
  10. MarioBrax
    Nov 18, 2017
    7
    The first 3 seasons were amazing and very humorous. I love the art-style of them as well. The first movie was also really great. After the movie, the show has gotten really bad. The art-style of the modern episodes was repetitive and the episodes had no good jokes. The episodes tried to be as funny as possible, but turned out to be stupid and annoying. I can't even last 5 minutes watchingThe first 3 seasons were amazing and very humorous. I love the art-style of them as well. The first movie was also really great. After the movie, the show has gotten really bad. The art-style of the modern episodes was repetitive and the episodes had no good jokes. The episodes tried to be as funny as possible, but turned out to be stupid and annoying. I can't even last 5 minutes watching the modern episodes. But, now that Stephen is back, the episodes have been getting a little better and the art-style looks a bit better than the modern art-style. It has a more cartoony vibe to it instead of it looking like garbage. I still prefer Seasons 1 - 3 instead of Seasons 9 - 10, though.… Expand
  11. xavierengelin
    Jul 25, 2017
    10
    my favorite tv show meant for kids and adults with spongebob, patrick and the rest of the gang, how do you not love this i know i do. seasons 1-3 were my favorite and i loved the movie.
  12. BabyRants
    Mar 29, 2017
    9
    H e y
    T h a t ' s
    P r e t t y
    G o o d .
    But honestly, I love SpongeBob. I've been watching him for about 5-6 years now, and I love the Sponge. In my opinion, He's just unhateable.
  13. SimpsonFans
    Sep 18, 2016
    8
    Sincerely, the beginning of the cartoon was great, very funny and hilarious. This will always remember me how I looked as a children. Just good memories with this season.
  14. MasterRiley
    Jul 20, 2016
    10
    My favourite show as a kid! It still is one of my favourites. Especially the first 4 seasons, this show has got great characters, great laughs, great voice acting, and great scripting. I'll never forget my favourite underwater creature.
  15. GamecubeLover
    Jul 14, 2016
    10
    Season 1-3 and some of 4 of spongebob was amazing! Funny it was and it's humor could appeal to anyone! The characters have good personality but after some good episodes of season 4 they became mediocre. I love this cartoon!
  16. EpicLadySponge
    Dec 27, 2015
    10
    Ever since SpongeBob SquarePants was released on May 1st, 1999, the show had 3 great seasons to start with. Here's the first one... it's obviously great in the show's history.
  17. YellowKirby
    Sep 9, 2015
    7
    It has clever humour and good, memorable characters (Patrick is probably the best). Although sometimes juvenile, this is all in all a hilarious show and Nickelodeon's best.
  18. SpongeBobfan13
    Feb 14, 2015
    9
    SpongeBob is a good show. I watch it a lot. I like the seasons 1-3 a lot! The newer ones are good but not as good as the first three seasons! I've seen all of them and they are really good!
  19. Le__Xenomorph
    Jan 7, 2015
    10
    I absolutely adored this show as a kid, and I still enjoy it now. It has a mix of childish humor and some mature humor that I of course never noticed as a kid. Spongebob should be shown to all of the future generations (Except the new ones -_-). 10/10 (Masterpiece)
  20. A1K4PWN3D
    Nov 5, 2014
    10
    It doesn't matter how old you are, Spongebob can be enjoyed by anyone regardless of age. Kids love its cartoon feel, adults can chuckle at its adult humor hidden within the cleverly written lines.
  21. how_are_u
    Oct 9, 2014
    10
    It's not easy to make an awesome show and keep it that way for nine long seasons, with a tenth one coming soon, Nickelodeon managed to pull it off, and because of that, it's by far the most popular show on the channel. Good job, keep it going with new episodes, Nick!!
  22. Mcgillacuddy
    Sep 10, 2014
    10
    The best animated television show ever made. From children to adults, there probably isn't one person who hasn't watched an episode of this easily lovable show.
  23. iCronic
    Jul 11, 2014
    10
    This show is just a **** classic. Still watch some of it on tv, season 7 right now on Prime if i get bored. Live in Germany and to see the comparison, the german synchro is way better. Normally i always prefer the original but not here
  24. thanaton
    May 16, 2014
    10
    I've been watching Spongebob ever since I was a little kid and their still funny! I can't believe this show is still running but please keep it going. Spongebob is highly entertaining, original and good for all ages.
  25. Ike
    Feb 2, 2014
    8
    I can remember 14 1/2 years ago when SpongeBob was brand new. I had just watched the KCA and then SpongeBob comes on. When I had first heard about this show, I was very skeptical of how good it would be. I thought it might be something retarded and be the downfall of Nick. It turned out I was quite wrong. As soon as I saw Help Wanted, I knew I was hooked. Now obviously, like any otherI can remember 14 1/2 years ago when SpongeBob was brand new. I had just watched the KCA and then SpongeBob comes on. When I had first heard about this show, I was very skeptical of how good it would be. I thought it might be something retarded and be the downfall of Nick. It turned out I was quite wrong. As soon as I saw Help Wanted, I knew I was hooked. Now obviously, like any other cartoon, it still has it's faults like some rough animation and sometimes they focus almost too much on gags instead of a story, but it's still very funny. My favorite episode has got to be the one where Mr. Krabs makes SpongeBob and Patrick come on a treasure hunt with him and they all act like pirates. (the name isn't coming to me right now) A few other episodes I really enjoyed were Help Wanted, Naughty Nautical Neighbors, Pizza Delivery, and then the one where SpongeBob's house is eaten by worm creatures and Patrick tries to help him build a new house. Again, can't think of the name. Now, let me get some of my flaws out of the way; first off, the animation looked very rough, especially through the first quarter of the season. The coloring felt a little off, but luckily this was fixed in season 2 and even though all the new episodes suck, the animation still looks beautiful. Then I think sometimes they focus too much on the gags and jokes instead of the story. I know this show is supposed to make no sense whatsoever, but I still think they need to cut back on the jokes just a little bit. This is improved in season 2 where they actually have some serious or awesome moments like Sweet Victory in Band Geeks, and season 3, while some storylines are gimmicky, they still tell a complete story. So that's all my bad stuff with season 1. Really, this is just little stuff compared to how awesome the rest of the season is. And really, my flaws are stuff I actually like about the season. How many times can you say that with anything? Sure the animation sucks, but it still has this retro, classic charm to it. And it makes me feel like I'm 7 again instead of 21. Also, the episodes barely have a story, but thankfully they are the most hilarious episodes I've ever seen since they focus on the jokes. There are few episodes I didn't like in this season. The only episodes I thought were just okay were Ripped Pants and Bubblestand, and the only episode I really didn't like was Squeaky Boots because of the FREAKING ANNOYING boots! If you think about that, that's only 3 out of 40 episodes I didn't like. That's less than 10 percent of the episodes. If you ask me, that's pretty dang impressive. All in all, I love season 1. It's classic, it's funny, has just a few faults, and will always hold a special place in my heart.… Expand
  26. EpicKell098
    Dec 11, 2013
    10
    Do I even have to explain? Okay, seriously, this is my favorite cartoon so far. The jokes are some of the funniest jokes that I've heard in a TV show. Now, I know after Season 4, the show went downhill. Season 6 and 7 were pretty bad. But in Season 8, the show got better. Season 9 has been a pretty good season so far. No matter how bad Spongebob was in Season 6 and 7, I will still alwaysDo I even have to explain? Okay, seriously, this is my favorite cartoon so far. The jokes are some of the funniest jokes that I've heard in a TV show. Now, I know after Season 4, the show went downhill. Season 6 and 7 were pretty bad. But in Season 8, the show got better. Season 9 has been a pretty good season so far. No matter how bad Spongebob was in Season 6 and 7, I will still always love him (not trying to sound weird). I will always remember Spongebob even when the show is off air. When that day comes, I will be devastated. I have a lot of good memories from watching Spongebob, and it is great.

    Acting: 10
    Jokes: 10
    Music: 10

    Total: 10    … Expand
  27. cag11
    Nov 29, 2013
    8
    It's an original idea that doesn't screw up. This is what shows nowadays need to be, or, more like this should be a role model to any new children's TV show.
  28. osostt2004
    Nov 17, 2013
    10
    Spongebob Season 1 is Awesome. Some of my favorite episodes include Suds, Arrgh!, Fun, Pizza Delivery, and Naughty Nautical Neighbors. My favorite character of this season is Patrick. My favorite joke is the one where SpongeBob and Pat pretend Squidward is Reflecto.
  29. SantaClaus343
    Nov 17, 2013
    9
    Review:
    SpongeBob Season 1 is fantastic. It has some of the most memorable characters, the best storytelling, and each episode is gag after gag. But waht's best of all is it achieves something few modern cartoons can do: Its enjoyable for not only kids, but teens and adults alike. That's something the newer episodes can't seem to pull off. The characters have become retarded, they're    Review:
    SpongeBob Season 1 is fantastic. It has some of the most memorable characters, the best storytelling, and each episode is gag after gag. But waht's best of all is it achieves something few modern cartoons can do: Its enjoyable for not only kids, but teens and adults alike. That's something the newer episodes can't seem to pull off. The characters have become retarded, they're rehashing the same Krusty Krab plots over and over again, the humor is stupid, and the choreography sucks, but we'll get to that later. This is Season 1 right now. There are plenty of things that adults will laugh at like SpongeBob's relationship with Sandy or Mr. Krabs being sweaty or Mermaid Man forgetting everything. Also, the characters! SpongeBob is misguided and it is hilarious, Patrick is so stupid he's funny, Squidward is stuck in the middle of his idiotic neighbors, Mr. Krabs is greedy, Plankton TRIES to be evil, Sandy is awesome, and Gary is just plain cute. I love SpongeBob, and even though I'm in High School, he still holds a special place in my heart. I mean, after I watched the KCA in 1999, then after that Help Wanted aired, I was like, "Okay, I'm hooked". So there's my review of SpongeBob Season 1, arguably the best, but even better is yet to come. But before I move on to writing my Season 2 review, I want to list a few additional notes focusing on some individual episodes.
    My Top 5 Favorite Episodes:
    #5: Help Wanted
    Reasoning: Its cult classic for the song, the cooking scene, the classic art style, and everything else.
    #4: SB-129
    Reasoning: Prehistoric themed episodes are awesome!
    #3: Fools in April
    Reasoning: C'mon! Its holiday themed!
    #2: Naughty Nautical Neighbors
    Reasoning: The interaction between SB, Pat, and Squid is like a three ring circus.
    #1: Arrgh!
    Reasoning: The board game. Sweaty. Weest. Peg Leg. Looking at the Map. Gold Doubloons.
    Episodes I have mixed or negative feelings about: (Mixed 4.1-7 Negative 4-0.1)
    I have mixed feelings about Ripped Pants because it really overuses the in-joke about SpongeBob ripping his pants then actually putting out humor that the audience is laughing at, not the fish. 6.5/10
    I have negative feelings about Squeaky Boots because there's not that many funny jokes and after a while those boots can get really annoying. 4/10
    I have mixed feelings about Sleepy Time because sometimes the plot will drag and some of the dreams, like Gary's, seem a little too silly, but its still alright. 6.5/10
    I have mixed feelings about Mermaid Man and Barnacle Boy II and honestly I can't give a very clear answer. Maybe its just because it feels rehashed, because its clearly a sequel, but I'm really just not crazy about it. 6/10
    Notes: Animation is not digitally colored. I actually kind of like it that way. Sure, it looks awful rough, but it looks classic. Still, I can see why some people prefer the Season 2-3 animation.
    Has 41 episodes.
    Started May 1, 1999 with Help Wanted, Reef Blower, and Tea at the Treedome
    Ended April 8, 2000 with Hooky and Mermaid Man and Barnacle Boy II then took a 4 month break before starting Season 2 in October
    Had overused-in-a-new-original-way like a lot of holiday themed episodes, a prehistoric episode, a lot of Jellyfishing episodes, Krusty Krab episodes, some bubble blowing episodes, and a few Goo Lagoon episodes.    … Expand
  30. Troopmind
    Sep 11, 2013
    10
    Best Show Ever! So Funny! Awesome! I Just Love It So Much.
    Is Like My Most Favorite TV Shows Of All Time. The Episodes Are So Funny Is Awsome.
    This Is The Most Memorable Show That I Watch Of All Time
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  1. People Weekly
    Reviewed by: Terry Kelleher
    Jun 27, 2013
    91
    All this may not make sense on paper—or anywhere else—but creator Steve Hillenburg (schooled in marine biology as well as animation) has made it a continuing comic delight, wildly imaginative yet never too clever for its own good.
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