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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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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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