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While we're waiting for season 11 to be completed, let's go back to 20 years ago, when the show began. Albeit not an original idea, I still want to give my thoughts on the single best and worst episodes from each season. Let's start from my favorite 10 episodes of the very first season:
#10: BOATING SCHOOL (4a)
The very first boating school-themed episode of the show. It's not particularly brilliant, but brings up some good jokes, Hawaiian Train as the title card theme, and Patrick genuinely helping Spongebob pass his driving test. I also like the idea of Spongebob feeling guilty for cheating his test, which makes him so pure.
#9: F.U.N. (10b)
I actually don't care about the song. I think it's a bit overrated and overplayed. What I do like is how we shouldn't consider Plankton a hero, since he's the evil guy of the show and we shouldn't expect him to become Spongebob's friend. Krabs' attitude is also on-point, as he suggests Spongebob to stay away from Plankton for his own sake, too. The fact Krabs kinda consoles him at the end is definitely positive, as it shows his behavior when he's not focused on money.
#8: NAUGHTY NAUTICAL NEIGHBORS (4b)
Another episode with Hawaiian Train, which is played twice in the episode. Noice. Here Squidward is in the wrong, but unlike other times, he does DESERVE his comeuppance in the end. After all, he's the main cause of the temporary end of Spongebob and Patrick's friendship. I like some parts, like the cello scene and the soda sequence and the fact Patrick points out Squidward's jealousy towards their friendship shows how he's kinda smart.
#7: SLEEPY TIME (15a)
This is an ideal concept for a wacky show like Spongebob. The best dream sequences are Gary and Squidward's, and it's hilarious how Clarinetbob manages to make the audience cry with his Lalalalala.
#6: PICKLES (6b)
The official debut of Bubble Bass, formerly Spongebob's rival (only in this instance). This episode has lots of positive notes, like Krabs' will to help Spongebob, Squidward burning everything, including milkshakes and Spongebob's determination, which is often masked by his whiny attitude. Maybe Squidward being booed in the end is a bit unfair, considering he's not a cook, but I like that Spongebob gives him credit for replacing him temporarily.
#5: PLANKTON! (3b)
The official debut of our big little jerk, Plankton. We reached top 5, and these are all episodes I consider great. Why is this great? Because of several good jokes, like 'This is my lab', 'The alphabet song' and the great line 'Shut up, you mediocre clarinet player'. Overall, Plankton's evil scheme is effective and it fails because of his curiosity and hunger. It's not stupid, on the contrary, makes quite sense. Chill Out is used here, in the title card for Walking Small and as BlackJack's theme. Only three times. Too bad.
#4: SCAREDY PANTS (13a)
Recently, I reconsidered I Was a Teenage Gary, its sister episode, and I don't find it as bad as I used to think (therefore, you won't see it in the bottom 10 list). Nonetheless, this is still much better, since its imagery is creepy ON PURPOSE, and the Flying Dutchman being scared of Spongebob's pink hat is definitely a nice twist.
#3: CULTURE SHOCK (10a)
F.U.N. sister episode. I really like the amount of gags of this one, like Patrick non-stop laughing during Squidward's unfunny lines, Pearl cheerleading and of course, Squidward's awkward dancing. Much like Naughty Nautical Neighbors, they give a reason for his comeuppance at the end, since he's way too cocky and selfish and keeps on snobbing Spongebob.
#2: PIZZA DELIVERY (5a)
While I think it's NOT among the absolute best Spongebob episodes ever, it's still great for its great characters and a rather enjoyable plot. The pioneer hatchhiking bit is funny, even though I prefer angry Squidward playing his tentacles. I don't mind the Krusty Krab Pizza bit, and I don't find it that fantastic due to being overplayed and overpraised lots of times. Although, I do find the ending extremely satisfying, with Squidward feeling sad for Spongebob, which is really nice of him.
Honorable mentions: Squidward the Unfriendly Ghost, Home Sweet Pineapple, Bubblestand.
#1: SB-129 (14a)
One of my favorite episodes ever. I love the concept, I love the different timelines and the ALONE bit is so creepy it's funny. And you know what the irony is? It all started off with Spongebob and Patrick annoying Squidward, and in general, this kind of plot is poorly executed. Instead, we get a great episode, with an alternate version of the Spongebob Closing Theme when Squidward does sit-ups repeating 'FUTURE'.
Tomorrow I'm posting my BOTTOM 10 season 1 episodes.
#10: BOATING SCHOOL (4a)
The very first boating school-themed episode of the show. It's not particularly brilliant, but brings up some good jokes, Hawaiian Train as the title card theme, and Patrick genuinely helping Spongebob pass his driving test. I also like the idea of Spongebob feeling guilty for cheating his test, which makes him so pure.
#9: F.U.N. (10b)
I actually don't care about the song. I think it's a bit overrated and overplayed. What I do like is how we shouldn't consider Plankton a hero, since he's the evil guy of the show and we shouldn't expect him to become Spongebob's friend. Krabs' attitude is also on-point, as he suggests Spongebob to stay away from Plankton for his own sake, too. The fact Krabs kinda consoles him at the end is definitely positive, as it shows his behavior when he's not focused on money.
#8: NAUGHTY NAUTICAL NEIGHBORS (4b)
Another episode with Hawaiian Train, which is played twice in the episode. Noice. Here Squidward is in the wrong, but unlike other times, he does DESERVE his comeuppance in the end. After all, he's the main cause of the temporary end of Spongebob and Patrick's friendship. I like some parts, like the cello scene and the soda sequence and the fact Patrick points out Squidward's jealousy towards their friendship shows how he's kinda smart.
#7: SLEEPY TIME (15a)
This is an ideal concept for a wacky show like Spongebob. The best dream sequences are Gary and Squidward's, and it's hilarious how Clarinetbob manages to make the audience cry with his Lalalalala.
#6: PICKLES (6b)
The official debut of Bubble Bass, formerly Spongebob's rival (only in this instance). This episode has lots of positive notes, like Krabs' will to help Spongebob, Squidward burning everything, including milkshakes and Spongebob's determination, which is often masked by his whiny attitude. Maybe Squidward being booed in the end is a bit unfair, considering he's not a cook, but I like that Spongebob gives him credit for replacing him temporarily.
#5: PLANKTON! (3b)
The official debut of our big little jerk, Plankton. We reached top 5, and these are all episodes I consider great. Why is this great? Because of several good jokes, like 'This is my lab', 'The alphabet song' and the great line 'Shut up, you mediocre clarinet player'. Overall, Plankton's evil scheme is effective and it fails because of his curiosity and hunger. It's not stupid, on the contrary, makes quite sense. Chill Out is used here, in the title card for Walking Small and as BlackJack's theme. Only three times. Too bad.
#4: SCAREDY PANTS (13a)
Recently, I reconsidered I Was a Teenage Gary, its sister episode, and I don't find it as bad as I used to think (therefore, you won't see it in the bottom 10 list). Nonetheless, this is still much better, since its imagery is creepy ON PURPOSE, and the Flying Dutchman being scared of Spongebob's pink hat is definitely a nice twist.
#3: CULTURE SHOCK (10a)
F.U.N. sister episode. I really like the amount of gags of this one, like Patrick non-stop laughing during Squidward's unfunny lines, Pearl cheerleading and of course, Squidward's awkward dancing. Much like Naughty Nautical Neighbors, they give a reason for his comeuppance at the end, since he's way too cocky and selfish and keeps on snobbing Spongebob.
#2: PIZZA DELIVERY (5a)
While I think it's NOT among the absolute best Spongebob episodes ever, it's still great for its great characters and a rather enjoyable plot. The pioneer hatchhiking bit is funny, even though I prefer angry Squidward playing his tentacles. I don't mind the Krusty Krab Pizza bit, and I don't find it that fantastic due to being overplayed and overpraised lots of times. Although, I do find the ending extremely satisfying, with Squidward feeling sad for Spongebob, which is really nice of him.
Honorable mentions: Squidward the Unfriendly Ghost, Home Sweet Pineapple, Bubblestand.
#1: SB-129 (14a)
One of my favorite episodes ever. I love the concept, I love the different timelines and the ALONE bit is so creepy it's funny. And you know what the irony is? It all started off with Spongebob and Patrick annoying Squidward, and in general, this kind of plot is poorly executed. Instead, we get a great episode, with an alternate version of the Spongebob Closing Theme when Squidward does sit-ups repeating 'FUTURE'.
Tomorrow I'm posting my BOTTOM 10 season 1 episodes.