S17·E16 Painfully Employed
- Episode
- Season 17, Episode 16
- Air Date
- August 7, 2026
- Runtime
- 11 minutes
- Director
- Sherm Cohen
- Writer
- Danny Giovannini
- Story Type
- Core Character Arc
Core
Aired August 7, 2026 11 min
Narrative Classification: Standard continuity chapter maintaining character development and season progression.
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Synopsis
Plankton hires Bubble Bass at the Chum Bucket and realizes he can utilize him to get his hands on a Krabby Patty.
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Director & writers
Sherm CohenDirectorDanny GiovanniniWriter
Guest stars
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Frequently Asked Questions
When did Season 17 Episode 16 of SpongeBob SquarePants air?
Season 17, Episode 16 ('Painfully Employed') originally aired on August 7, 2026.
How long is Season 17 Episode 16 ('Painfully Employed')?
The runtime for this episode is approximately 11 minutes.
What happens in SpongeBob SquarePants Season 17 Episode 16?
Plankton hires Bubble Bass at the Chum Bucket and realizes he can utilize him to get his hands on a Krabby Patty....
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