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The '''first season''' of the American animated television series '''''[[SpongeBob SquarePants]]''''', created by former [[Wikipedia:marine biology|marine biologist]] and animator [[Stephen Hillenburg]], aired from May 1, 1999 to April 8, 2000, and consisted of 20 episodes. The series chronicles the exploits and adventures of the [[spongeBob SquarePants (character)|title character]] and his various friends in the fictional underwater city of Bikini Bottom. The shows features the voices of [[Tom Kenny]] as SpongeBob SquarePants, [[Bill Fagerbakke]] as [[Patrick Star]], [[Rodger Bumpass]] as [[Squidward Tentacles]], [[Clancy Brown]] as [[Eugene H. Krabs]], [[Carolyn Lawrence]] as [[Sandy Cheeks]], and [[Mr. Lawrence]] as [[Sheldon J. Plankton]]. Among the first guest stars in the show were [[Ernest Borgnine]] and [[Tim Conway]] voicing the superhero characters of [[Mermaid Man]] and [[Barnacle Boy]], respectively.
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The '''first season''' of the American animated television series '''''[[SpongeBob SquarePants (series)|SpongeBob SquarePants]]''''', created by former marine biologist and animator [[Stephen Hillenburg]], aired from [[May 1]], [[1999]] to [[April 8]], [[2000]], and consisted of 20 episodes. The series chronicles the exploits and adventures of the [[SpongeBob SquarePants (character)|title character]] and his various friends in the fictional underwater city of Bikini Bottom. The shows features the voices of [[Tom Kenny]] as SpongeBob SquarePants, [[Bill Fagerbakke]] as [[Patrick Star]], [[Rodger Bumpass]] as [[Squidward Tentacles]], [[Clancy Brown]] as [[Eugene H. Krabs]], [[Carolyn Lawrence]] as [[Sandy Cheeks]], and [[Mr. Lawrence]] as [[Sheldon J. Plankton]]. Among the first guest stars in the show were [[Ernest Borgnine]] and [[Tim Conway]] voicing the superhero characters of [[Mermaid Man]] and [[Barnacle Boy]], respectively.
   
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Hillenburg initially conceived the show in 1984 and began to work on it shortly after the cancellation of ''[[Wikipedia:Rocko's Modern Life|Rocko's Modern Life]]'' in 1996.<ref name="Hillenburg" /><ref name="Banks, p. 10">[[#Exposed|Banks 2004]], p. 10</ref> To voice the character of SpongeBob, Hillenburg approached [[Tom Kenny]], who had worked with him on ''Rocko's Modern Life''.<ref name="Excitable" /> The show was originally to be called ''SpongeBoy Ahoy!'', but the name ''SpongeBoy'' was already in use for a mop product.<ref name="Banks 2004, p. 31">[[#Exposed|Banks 2004]], p. 31</ref> Upon finding it out, Hillenburg decided to use the name "SpongeBob". He chose "SquarePants" as a family name as it referred to the character's square shape and it had a "nice ring to it".<ref name="Neuwirth 2003, p. 51">[[#Neuwirth|Neuwirth 2003]], p. 51</ref>
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Hillenburg initially conceived the show in [[1984]] and began to work on it shortly after the cancellation of ''{{W|Rocko's Modern Life}}'' in [[1996]].<ref name="Banks, p. 10">[[#Exposed|Banks 2004]], p. 10</ref> To voice the character of SpongeBob, Hillenburg approached [[Tom Kenny]], who had worked with him on ''Rocko's Modern Life''. The show was originally to be called ''SpongeBoy Ahoy!'', but the name ''SpongeBoy'' was already in use for a mop product.<ref name="Banks 2004, p. 31">[[#Exposed|Banks 2004]], p. 31</ref> Upon finding it out, Hillenburg decided to use the name "SpongeBob". He chose "SquarePants" as a family name as it referred to the character's square shape and it had a "nice ring to it".<ref name="Neuwirth 2003, p. 51">[[#Neuwirth|Neuwirth 2003]], p. 51</ref>
   
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Several compilation DVDs that contained episodes from the season were released. The ''SpongeBob SquarePants: The Complete 1st Season'' DVD was released in [[Wikipedia:DVD region code#Region codes and countries|Region 1]] on October 28, 2003, [[Wikipedia:DVD region code#Region codes and countries|Region 2]] on November 7, 2005, and [[Wikipedia:DVD region code#Region codes and countries|Region 4]] on November 30, 2006. The pilot episode, "[[Help Wanted]]," was not included on the DVD due to copyright issues, but was later released as a bonus feature on various series DVDs, including that of the third season. The season received positive reviews from media critics upon release.
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Several compilation DVDs that contained episodes from the season were released. The ''SpongeBob SquarePants: The Complete 1st Season'' DVD was released in Region 1 on [[October 28]], [[2003]], Region 2 on [[November 7]], [[2005]], and Region 4 on [[November 30]], [[2006]]. The pilot episode, "[[Help Wanted]]," was not included on the DVD due to copyright issues, but was later released as a bonus feature on various series DVDs, including that of the [[The Complete 3rd Season|third season]]. The season received positive reviews from media critics upon release.
   
 
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|Name = Help Wanted
  
|Name = Help Wanted
 
|Date = [[May 1]], [[1999]]
  
|Date = [[May 1]], [[1999]]
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|Views = 6.9
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|Views = 6.90
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|Desc = [[SpongeBob]] gets a job at the [[Krusty Krab]]
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|Desc = [[SpongeBob]] gets a job at the [[Krusty Krab]].
 
}}
  
}}
 
{{EpList
  
{{EpList
 
|Name = Reef Blower
  
|Name = Reef Blower
 
|Date = [[May 1]], [[1999]]
  
|Date = [[May 1]], [[1999]]
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|Views = 6.9
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|Views = 6.90
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|Desc = [[SpongeBob]] attempts to move a shell off of his lawn
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|Desc = [[SpongeBob]] attempts to move a shell off of his lawn.
 
}}
  
}}
 
{{EpList
  
{{EpList
 
|Name = Tea at the Treedome
  
|Name = Tea at the Treedome
 
|Date = [[May 1]], [[1999]]
  
|Date = [[May 1]], [[1999]]
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|Views = 6.9
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|Views = 6.90
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|Desc = [[SpongeBob]] meets [[Sandy Cheeks]]
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|Desc = [[SpongeBob]] meets [[Sandy Cheeks]].
 
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}}
 
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|Prod = 2a
  
|Prod = 2a
 
|Date = [[July 17]], [[1999]]
  
|Date = [[July 17]], [[1999]]
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|Views = 1.9
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|Views = 1.90
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|Desc = [[SpongeBob]] starts a bubblestand
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|Desc = [[SpongeBob]] starts a bubblestand.
 
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|Prod = 2b
  
|Prod = 2b
 
|Date = [[July 17]], [[1999]]
  
|Date = [[July 17]], [[1999]]
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|Views = 1.9
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|Views = 1.90
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|Desc = [[SpongeBob]] rips his pants, causing everyone to laugh
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|Desc = [[SpongeBob]] rips his pants, causing everyone to laugh.
 
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}}
 
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|Date = [[July 31]], [[1999]]
  
|Date = [[July 31]], [[1999]]
 
|Views = N/A
  
|Views = N/A
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|Desc = [[SpongeBob]] and [[Patrick]] take [[Squidward]] [[Jellyfishing (sport)|jellyfishing]]
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|Desc = [[SpongeBob]] and [[Patrick]] take [[Squidward]] [[Jellyfishing (sport)|jellyfishing]].
 
}}
  
}}
 
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|Date = [[July 31]], [[1999]]
  
|Date = [[July 31]], [[1999]]
 
|Views = N/A
  
|Views = N/A
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|Desc = [[Plankton]] uses mind control to obtain the [[Krabby Patty]] [[Krabby Patty Secret Formula|formula]]
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|Desc = [[Plankton]] uses mind control to obtain the [[Krabby Patty]] [[Krabby Patty Secret Formula|formula]].
 
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|Prod = 4a
  
|Prod = 4a
 
|Date = [[August 7]], [[1999]]
  
|Date = [[August 7]], [[1999]]
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|Views = 2.1
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|Views = 2.10
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|Desc = [[Squidward]] destroys [[SpongeBob]] and [[Patrick]]'s friendship
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|Desc = [[Squidward]] destroys [[SpongeBob]] and [[Patrick]]'s friendship.
 
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|Prod = 4b
  
|Prod = 4b
 
|Date = [[August 7]], [[1999]]
  
|Date = [[August 7]], [[1999]]
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|Views = 2.1
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|Views = 2.10
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|Desc = [[Patrick]] attempts to help [[SpongeBob]] pass his driving exam
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|Desc = [[Patrick]] attempts to help [[SpongeBob]] pass his driving exam.
 
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|Date = [[August 14]], [[1999]]
  
|Date = [[August 14]], [[1999]]
 
|Views = N/A
  
|Views = N/A
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|Desc = [[SpongeBob]] and [[Squidward]] deliver a pizza
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|Desc = [[SpongeBob]] and [[Squidward]] deliver a pizza.
 
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}}
 
{{EpList
  
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|Date = [[August 14]], [[1999]]
  
|Date = [[August 14]], [[1999]]
 
|Views = N/A
  
|Views = N/A
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|Desc = [[SpongeBob]]'s house is destroyed by nematodes
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|Desc = [[SpongeBob]]'s house is destroyed by nematodes.
 
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{{EpList
  
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|Prod = 6a
  
|Prod = 6a
 
|Date = [[August 21]], [[1999]]
  
|Date = [[August 21]], [[1999]]
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|Views = 2.2
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|Views = 2.20
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|Desc = [[SpongeBob]] and [[Patrick]] learn that their [[Adventures of Mermaid Man and Barnacle Boy|heroes]] are retired
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|Desc = [[SpongeBob]] and [[Patrick]] learn that their [[Adventures of Mermaid Man and Barnacle Boy|heroes]] are retired.
 
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|Prod = 6b
  
|Prod = 6b
 
|Date = [[August 21]], [[1999]]
  
|Date = [[August 21]], [[1999]]
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|Views = 2.2
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|Views = 2.20
 
|Desc = [[SpongeBob]] loses his confidence after he forgets the pickles on a Krabby Patty.
  
|Desc = [[SpongeBob]] loses his confidence after he forgets the pickles on a Krabby Patty.
 
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|Prod = 7a
  
|Prod = 7a
 
|Date = [[August 28]], [[1999]]
  
|Date = [[August 28]], [[1999]]
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|Views = 2.1
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|Views = 2.10
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|Desc = [[SpongeBob]] becomes hall monitor, resulting in chaos
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|Desc = [[SpongeBob]] becomes hall monitor, resulting in chaos.
 
}}
  
}}
 
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|Prod = 7b
  
|Prod = 7b
 
|Date = [[August 28]], [[1999]]
  
|Date = [[August 28]], [[1999]]
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|Views = 2.1
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|Views = 2.10
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|Desc = [[SpongeBob]] brings home a jellyfish, creating chaos
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|Desc = [[SpongeBob]] brings home a jellyfish, creating chaos.
 
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}}
 
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|Prod = 8a
  
|Prod = 8a
 
|Date = [[September 4]], [[1999]]
  
|Date = [[September 4]], [[1999]]
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|Views = 1.9
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|Views = 1.90
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|Desc = [[SpongeBob]] and [[Patrick]] sneak onto [[Sandy]]'s rocket ship
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|Desc = [[SpongeBob]] and [[Patrick]] sneak onto [[Sandy]]'s rocket ship.
 
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}}
 
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|Prod = 8b
  
|Prod = 8b
 
|Date = [[September 4]], [[1999]]
  
|Date = [[September 4]], [[1999]]
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|Views = 1.9
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|Views = 1.90
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|Desc = [[SpongeBob]] buys boots from [[Mr. Krabs]], which causes an annoying squeaky sound
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|Desc = [[SpongeBob]] buys boots from [[Mr. Krabs]], which causes an annoying squeaky sound.
 
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}}
 
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|Date = [[September 11]], [[1999]]
  
|Date = [[September 11]], [[1999]]
 
|Views = N/A
  
|Views = N/A
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|Desc = [[SpongeBob]] gives up a modern life to live with the [[jellyfish]]
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|Desc = [[SpongeBob]] gives up a modern life to live with the [[jellyfish]].
 
}}
  
}}
 
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|Date = [[September 11]], [[1999]]
  
|Date = [[September 11]], [[1999]]
 
|Views = N/A
  
|Views = N/A
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|Desc = [[Squidward]] tells [[SpongeBob]] and [[Patrick]] that it is Opposite Day
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|Desc = [[Squidward]] tells [[SpongeBob]] and [[Patrick]] that it is Opposite Day.
 
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}}
 
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|Date = [[September 18]], [[1999]]
  
|Date = [[September 18]], [[1999]]
 
|Views = N/A
  
|Views = N/A
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|Desc = [[Squidward]] hosts a talent show at the [[Krusty Krab]]
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|Desc = [[Squidward]] hosts a talent show at the [[Krusty Krab]].
 
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}}
 
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|Date = [[September 18]], [[1999]]
  
|Date = [[September 18]], [[1999]]
 
|Views = N/A
  
|Views = N/A
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|Desc = [[SpongeBob]] befriends [[Plankton]] because he thinks he is lonely
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|Desc = [[SpongeBob]] befriends [[Plankton]] because he thinks he is lonely.
 
}}
  
}}
 
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|Date = [[September 25]], [[1999]]
  
|Date = [[September 25]], [[1999]]
 
|Views = N/A
  
|Views = N/A
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|Desc = [[SpongeBob]] orders fake arms with inflatable muscles to impress Sandy
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|Desc = [[SpongeBob]] orders fake arms with inflatable muscles to impress Sandy.
 
}}
  
}}
 
{{EpList
  
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|Date = [[September 25]], [[1999]]
  
|Date = [[September 25]], [[1999]]
 
|Views = N/A
  
|Views = N/A
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|Desc = [[Squidward]] pretends to be a ghost after [[SpongeBob]] and [[Patrick]] think he is dead
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|Desc = [[Squidward]] pretends to be a ghost after [[SpongeBob]] and [[Patrick]] think he is dead.
 
}}
  
}}
 
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|Date = [[October 2]], [[1999]]
  
|Date = [[October 2]], [[1999]]
 
|Views = N/A
  
|Views = N/A
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|Desc = [[SpongeBob]] takes [[Pearl]] to her prom
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|Desc = [[SpongeBob]] takes [[Pearl]] to her prom.
 
}}
  
}}
 
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|Date = [[October 2]], [[1999]]
  
|Date = [[October 2]], [[1999]]
 
|Views = N/A
  
|Views = N/A
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|Desc = [[SpongeBob]] and [[Squidward]] compete for the Employee of the Month award
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|Desc = [[SpongeBob]] and [[Squidward]] compete for the Employee of the Month award.
 
}}
  
}}
 
{{EpList
  
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|Date = [[October 28]], [[1999]]
  
|Date = [[October 28]], [[1999]]
 
|Views = N/A
  
|Views = N/A
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|Desc = [[SpongeBob]] becomes a ghost for Halloween
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|Desc = [[SpongeBob]] becomes a ghost for Halloween.
 
}}
  
}}
 
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|Date = [[October 28]], [[1999]]
  
|Date = [[October 28]], [[1999]]
 
|Views = N/A
  
|Views = N/A
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|Desc = [[SpongeBob]] accidentally transforms into a snail after being injected with snail plasma
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|Desc = [[SpongeBob]] accidentally transforms into a snail after being injected with snail plasma.
 
}}
  
}}
 
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|Date = [[December 31]], [[1999]]
  
|Date = [[December 31]], [[1999]]
 
|Views = N/A
  
|Views = N/A
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|Desc = [[Squidward]] accidentally freezes himself for 2,000 years and experiences complications while using a time machine
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|Desc = [[Squidward]] accidentally freezes himself for 2,000 years and experiences complications while using a time machine.
 
}}
  
}}
 
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|Date = [[December 31]], [[1999]]
  
|Date = [[December 31]], [[1999]]
 
|Views = N/A
  
|Views = N/A
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|Desc = [[SpongeBob]] and [[Sandy]] get obsessed with karate
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|Desc = [[SpongeBob]] and [[Sandy]] get obsessed with karate.
 
}}
  
}}
 
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|Prod = 15a
  
|Prod = 15a
 
|Date = [[January 17]], [[2000]]
  
|Date = [[January 17]], [[2000]]
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|Views = 2.0
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|Views = 2.00
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|Desc = [[SpongeBob]] visits the dreams of others
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|Desc = [[SpongeBob]] visits the dreams of others.
 
}}
  
}}
 
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|Prod = 15b
  
|Prod = 15b
 
|Date = [[January 17]], [[2000]]
  
|Date = [[January 17]], [[2000]]
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|Views = 2.0
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|Views = 2.00
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|Desc = [[SpongeBob]] catches the suds after leaving the fridge open
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|Desc = [[SpongeBob]] catches the suds after leaving the fridge open.
 
}}
  
}}
 
{{EpList
  
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|Date = [[February 14]], [[2000]]
  
|Date = [[February 14]], [[2000]]
 
|Views = N/A
  
|Views = N/A
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|Desc = [[SpongeBob]] and [[Sandy]] try to give [[Patrick]] a Valentine's day gift
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|Desc = [[SpongeBob]] and [[Sandy]] try to give [[Patrick]] a Valentine's day gift.
 
}}
  
}}
 
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|Date = [[February 14]], [[2000]]
  
|Date = [[February 14]], [[2000]]
 
|Views = N/A
  
|Views = N/A
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|Desc = [[SpongeBob]] plays with a bubble gum wrapper, and Squidward wants it
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|Desc = [[SpongeBob]] plays with a bubble gum wrapper, and [[Squidward]] wants it.
 
}}
  
}}
 
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|Prod = 17a
  
|Prod = 17a
 
|Date = [[March 15]], [[2000]]
  
|Date = [[March 15]], [[2000]]
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|Views = 2.1
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|Views = 2.10
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|Desc = [[SpongeBob]], [[Patrick]] and [[Mr. Krabs]] go on a treasure hunt
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|Desc = [[SpongeBob]], [[Patrick]], and [[Mr. Krabs]] go on a treasure hunt.
 
}}
  
}}
 
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|Prod = 17b
  
|Prod = 17b
 
|Date = [[March 15]], [[2000]]
  
|Date = [[March 15]], [[2000]]
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|Views = 2.1
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|Views = 2.10
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|Desc = [[SpongeBob]] gets stuck in [[Rock Bottom (town)|Rock Bottom]]
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|Desc = [[SpongeBob]] gets stuck in [[Rock Bottom (town)|Rock Bottom]].
 
}}
  
}}
 
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|Date = [[March 22]], [[2000]]
  
|Date = [[March 22]], [[2000]]
 
|Views = N/A
  
|Views = N/A
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|Desc = [[Sandy]] feels homesick and decides to return to Texas
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|Desc = [[Sandy]] feels homesick and decides to return to [[Texas (place)|Texas]].
 
}}
  
}}
 
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|Date = [[March 22]], [[2000]]
  
|Date = [[March 22]], [[2000]]
 
|Views = N/A
  
|Views = N/A
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|Desc = [[Plankton]] tricks [[SpongeBob]] into becoming assertive so he can build his [[Mega Bucket]]
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|Desc = [[Plankton]] tricks [[SpongeBob]] into becoming assertive so he can build his [[Mega Bucket]].
 
}}
  
}}
 
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|Date = [[April 1]], [[2000]]
  
|Date = [[April 1]], [[2000]]
 
|Views = N/A
  
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|Desc = [[Squidward]] plays a nasty prank on [[SpongeBob]]
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|Desc = [[Squidward]] plays a nasty prank on [[SpongeBob]].
 
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}}
 
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|Date = [[April 1]], [[2000]]
  
|Date = [[April 1]], [[2000]]
 
|Views = N/A
  
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|Desc = [[SpongeBob]] is challenged to a cooking competition with [[King Neptune]]
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|Desc = [[SpongeBob]] is challenged to a cooking competition with [[King Neptune]].
 
}}
  
}}
 
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|Date = [[April 8]], [[2000]]
  
|Date = [[April 8]], [[2000]]
 
|Views = N/A
  
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|Desc = [[SpongeBob]] plays "hooky" with [[Patrick]]
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|Desc = [[SpongeBob]] plays "hooky" with [[Patrick]].
 
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}}
 
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|Date = [[April 8]], [[2000]]
  
|Date = [[April 8]], [[2000]]
 
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|Desc = [[SpongeBob]] wins a conch shell in a contest to summon his [[Adventures of Mermaid Man and Barnacle Boy|heroes]]
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|Desc = [[SpongeBob]] wins a conch shell in a contest to summon his [[Adventures of Mermaid Man and Barnacle Boy|heroes]].
 
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|Last = TRUE
 
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{{Wikipedia|SpongeBob SquarePants (season 1)}}

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The first season of the American animated television series SpongeBob SquarePants, created by former marine biologist and animator Stephen Hillenburg, aired from May 1, 1999 to April 8, 2000, and consisted of 20 episodes. The series chronicles the exploits and adventures of the title character and his various friends in the fictional underwater city of Bikini Bottom. The shows features the voices of Tom Kenny as SpongeBob SquarePants, Bill Fagerbakke as Patrick Star, Rodger Bumpass as Squidward Tentacles, Clancy Brown as Eugene H. Krabs, Carolyn Lawrence as Sandy Cheeks, and Mr. Lawrence as Sheldon J. Plankton. Among the first guest stars in the show were Ernest Borgnine and Tim Conway voicing the superhero characters of Mermaid Man and Barnacle Boy, respectively.

Hillenburg initially conceived the show in 1984 and began to work on it shortly after the cancellation of Rocko's Modern Life in 1996.[1] To voice the character of SpongeBob, Hillenburg approached Tom Kenny, who had worked with him on Rocko's Modern Life. The show was originally to be called SpongeBoy Ahoy!, but the name SpongeBoy was already in use for a mop product.[2] Upon finding it out, Hillenburg decided to use the name "SpongeBob". He chose "SquarePants" as a family name as it referred to the character's square shape and it had a "nice ring to it".[3]

Several compilation DVDs that contained episodes from the season were released. The SpongeBob SquarePants: The Complete 1st Season DVD was released in Region 1 on October 28, 2003, Region 2 on November 7, 2005, and Region 4 on November 30, 2006. The pilot episode, "Help Wanted," was not included on the DVD due to copyright issues, but was later released as a bonus feature on various series DVDs, including that of the third season. The season received positive reviews from media critics upon release.

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Title card # Title U.S. airdate U.S. viewers
(millions)
Help Wanted title card
 1a "Help Wanted" (tr • ga) May 1, 1999
6.90
SpongeBob gets a job at the Krusty Krab.
Reef Blower title card
 1b "Reef Blower" (tr • ga) May 1, 1999
6.90
SpongeBob attempts to move a shell off of his lawn.
Tea at the Treedome title card
 1c "Tea at the Treedome" (tr • ga) May 1, 1999
6.90
SpongeBob meets Sandy Cheeks.
Bubblestand title card
 2a "Bubblestand" (tr • ga) July 17, 1999
1.90
SpongeBob starts a bubblestand.
Ripped Pants title card
 2b "Ripped Pants" (tr • ga) July 17, 1999
1.90
SpongeBob rips his pants, causing everyone to laugh.
Jellyfishing title card
 3a "Jellyfishing" (tr • ga) July 31, 1999
N/A
SpongeBob and Patrick take Squidward jellyfishing.
Plankton! title card
 3b "Plankton!" (tr • ga) July 31, 1999
N/A
Plankton uses mind control to obtain the Krabby Patty formula.
Naughty Nautical Neighbors title card
 4a "Naughty Nautical Neighbors" (tr • ga) August 7, 1999
2.10
Squidward destroys SpongeBob and Patrick's friendship.
Boating School title card
 4b "Boating School" (tr • ga) August 7, 1999
2.10
Patrick attempts to help SpongeBob pass his driving exam.
Pizza Delivery title card
 5a "Pizza Delivery" (tr • ga) August 14, 1999
N/A
SpongeBob and Squidward deliver a pizza.
Home Sweet Pineapple title card
 5b "Home Sweet Pineapple" (tr • ga) August 14, 1999
N/A
SpongeBob's house is destroyed by nematodes.
Mermaid Man and Barnacle Boy title card
 6a "Mermaid Man and Barnacle Boy" (tr • ga) August 21, 1999
2.20
SpongeBob and Patrick learn that their heroes are retired.
Pickles title card
 6b "Pickles" (tr • ga) August 21, 1999
2.20
SpongeBob loses his confidence after he forgets the pickles on a Krabby Patty.
Hall Monitor title card
 7a "Hall Monitor" (tr • ga) August 28, 1999
2.10
SpongeBob becomes hall monitor, resulting in chaos.
Jellyfish Jam title card
 7b "Jellyfish Jam" (tr • ga) August 28, 1999
2.10
SpongeBob brings home a jellyfish, creating chaos.
Sandy's Rocket title card
 8a "Sandy's Rocket" (tr • ga) September 4, 1999
1.90
SpongeBob and Patrick sneak onto Sandy's rocket ship.
Squeaky Boots title card
 8b "Squeaky Boots" (tr • ga) September 4, 1999
1.90
SpongeBob buys boots from Mr. Krabs, which causes an annoying squeaky sound.
Nature Pants title card
 9a "Nature Pants" (tr • ga) September 11, 1999
N/A
SpongeBob gives up a modern life to live with the jellyfish.
Opposite Day title card
 9b "Opposite Day" (tr • ga) September 11, 1999
N/A
Squidward tells SpongeBob and Patrick that it is Opposite Day.
Culture Shock title card
 10a "Culture Shock" (tr • ga) September 18, 1999
N/A
Squidward hosts a talent show at the Krusty Krab.
F.U.N. title card
 10b "F.U.N." (tr • ga) September 18, 1999
N/A
SpongeBob befriends Plankton because he thinks he is lonely.
MuscleBob BuffPants title card
 11a "MuscleBob BuffPants" (tr • ga) September 25, 1999
N/A
SpongeBob orders fake arms with inflatable muscles to impress Sandy.
Squidward the Unfriendly Ghost title card
 11b "Squidward the Unfriendly Ghost" (tr • ga) September 25, 1999
N/A
Squidward pretends to be a ghost after SpongeBob and Patrick think he is dead.
The Chaperone title card
 12a "The Chaperone" (tr • ga) October 2, 1999
N/A
SpongeBob takes Pearl to her prom.
Employee of the Month title card
 12b "Employee of the Month" (tr • ga) October 2, 1999
N/A
SpongeBob and Squidward compete for the Employee of the Month award.
Scaredy Pants title card
 13a "Scaredy Pants" (tr • ga) October 28, 1999
N/A
SpongeBob becomes a ghost for Halloween.
I Was a Teenage Gary title card
 13b "I Was a Teenage Gary" (tr • ga) October 28, 1999
N/A
SpongeBob accidentally transforms into a snail after being injected with snail plasma.
SB-129 title card
 14a "SB-129" (tr • ga) December 31, 1999
N/A
Squidward accidentally freezes himself for 2,000 years and experiences complications while using a time machine.
Karate Choppers title card
 14b "Karate Choppers" (tr • ga) December 31, 1999
N/A
SpongeBob and Sandy get obsessed with karate.
Sleepy Time title card
 15a "Sleepy Time" (tr • ga) January 17, 2000
2.00
SpongeBob visits the dreams of others.
Suds title card
 15b "Suds" (tr • ga) January 17, 2000
2.00
SpongeBob catches the suds after leaving the fridge open.
Valentine's Day title card
 16a "Valentine's Day" (tr • ga) February 14, 2000
N/A
SpongeBob and Sandy try to give Patrick a Valentine's day gift.
The Paper title card
 16b "The Paper" (tr • ga) February 14, 2000
N/A
SpongeBob plays with a bubble gum wrapper, and Squidward wants it.
Arrgh! title card
 17a "Arrgh!" (tr • ga) March 15, 2000
2.10
SpongeBob, Patrick, and Mr. Krabs go on a treasure hunt.
Rock Bottom title card
 17b "Rock Bottom" (tr • ga) March 15, 2000
2.10
SpongeBob gets stuck in Rock Bottom.
Texas title card
 18a "Texas" (tr • ga) March 22, 2000
N/A
Sandy feels homesick and decides to return to Texas.
Walking Small title card
 18b "Walking Small" (tr • ga) March 22, 2000
N/A
Plankton tricks SpongeBob into becoming assertive so he can build his Mega Bucket.
Fools in April title card
 19a "Fools in April" (tr • ga) April 1, 2000
N/A
Squidward plays a nasty prank on SpongeBob.
Neptune's Spatula title card
 19b "Neptune's Spatula" (tr • ga) April 1, 2000
N/A
SpongeBob is challenged to a cooking competition with King Neptune.
Hooky title card
 20a "Hooky" (tr • ga) April 8, 2000
N/A
SpongeBob plays "hooky" with Patrick.
Mermaid Man and Barnacle Boy II title card
 20b "Mermaid Man and Barnacle Boy II" (tr • ga) April 8, 2000
N/A
SpongeBob wins a conch shell in a contest to summon his heroes.


References

  1. ^ Banks 2004, p. 10
  2. ^ Banks 2004, p. 31
  3. ^ Neuwirth 2003, p. 51
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