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SpongeBob SquarePants 1999

“Be there and be square!”

Status
Returning Series
First Aired
May 1, 1999
Last Aired
July 17, 2026
Format
17 seasons · 656 eps
Highest Rated Episode
S8E30 "Planet of the Jellyfish" (★ 10/10)
Created By
Stephen Hillenburg
Network
Nickelodeon
Where to Stream
Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, Paramount Plus Premium
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What is SpongeBob SquarePants?

SpongeBob SquarePants is an American animated comedy television series created by marine science educator and animator Stephen Hillenburg for Nickelodeon. The series first aired as a sneak peek after the Kids' Choice Awards on May 1, 1999, and officially premiered on July 17, 1999.

Type
TV series
Year
1999
Status
Returning Series
Episodes
656
First aired
May 1, 1999
Last aired
Jul 17, 2026
Original language
EN
Origin
US
Networks
Nickelodeon
Genres
Animation, Comedy, Family
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Rating
★ TMDB users: 7.7/10 from 3,228 votes
Format
17 seasons · 656 episodes
Status
Returning Series
Network
Nickelodeon
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SpongeBob SquarePants is an American animated comedy television series created by marine science educator and animator Stephen Hillenburg for Nickelodeon. The series first aired as a sneak peek after the Kids' Choice Awards on May 1, 1999, and officially premiered on July 17, 1999. It is set in the subterranean city of Bikini Bottom in the Pacific Ocean and follows the life of a square yellow sponge named SpongeBob SquarePants. SpongeBob lives in a pineapple with his pet snail, Gary, and loves his job as a fry cook at the Krusty Krab. He often finds himself in trouble and has a knack for getting into strange situations with his friends, including his best buddy, a starfish named Patrick, and his surfer-girl squirrel pal, Sandy Cheeks. The series is produced by Nickelodeon Animation Studio and United Plankton Pictures, Inc. SpongeBob SquarePants is often shortened to SpongeBob and is chronologically the twelfth Nicktoon to debut.

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“A cheerful yellow sea sponge lives large in his underwater home.”

Reasons to watch
  • Endearing main character with pure intentions
  • Creative underwater world with unique characters
  • Lighthearted humor appeals to all ages
Keep in mind
  • Some episodes may feel repetitive
  • Humor can be hit or miss depending on viewer taste

You enjoy quirky animated comedies with innocent main characters.

The show maintains a family-friendly tone with slapstick humor and wholesome themes.

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Season 13 · 64 episodes Open the complete Season 13 guide & lore primer →
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Frequently asked questions

What is SpongeBob's job?

He works as a fry cook at the Krusty Krab restaurant.

Who are SpongeBob's closest friends?

His best friends are Patrick Star the starfish and Sandy Cheeks the squirrel.

Where does SpongeBob live?

He lives in a pineapple house in the underwater city of Bikini Bottom.

What kind of pet does SpongeBob have?

He has a pet snail named Gary who meows like a cat.

Who is SpongeBob's grumpy neighbor?

His cranky neighbor is Squidward Tentacles who lives in an Easter Island head house.

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