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SpongeBob SquarePants: Specials

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113 episodes · premiered Jan 1, 2001

Special installments of the series.

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  1. Episode 1: Astrology With Squidward: Cancer Jan 1, 2001 · 1m Squidward talks about the Zodiac sign Cancer.
  2. Episode 2: Astrology With Squidward: Gemini Jan 1, 2001 · 1m Squidward talks about the Zodiac sign Gemini.
  3. Episode 3: Astrology With Squidward: Leo Jan 1, 2001 · 1m Squidward talks about the Zodiac sign Leo.
  4. Episode 4: Astrology With Squidward: Pisces Jan 1, 2001 · 1m Squidward talks about the Zodiac sign Pisces.
  5. Episode 5: Astrology With Squidward: Sagittarius Jan 1, 2001 · 1m Squidward talks about the Zodiac sign Sagittarius.
  6. Episode 6: Astrology With Squidward: Taurus Jan 1, 2001 · 1m Squidward talks about the Zodiac sign Taurus.
  7. Episode 7: You Wish Mar 9, 2001 · 22m Vote for the new ending of ‘Shanghied’ with Patchy the Pirate.
  8. Episode 8: Backstage Pants Mar 12, 2002 · 14m A SpongeBob SquarePants DVD bonus feature. It is a series of short clips hosted by crew members. It can be found in the Nautical Nonsense and Sponge Buddies DVD.
  9. Episode 9: SpongeBob's Start Mar 12, 2002 · 3m A SpongeBob SquarePants DVD bonus feature. In this feature, Stephen Hillenburg talks about his idea for SpongeBob and the creation of his world. It can be found in the Nautical Nonsense…
  10. Episode 10: Drawing Characters Mar 12, 2002 · 3m A SpongeBob SquarePants DVD bonus feature. In this special, Sherm Cohen draws SpongeBob and Squidward. It can be found in the Nautical Nonsense and Sponge Buddies DVD.
  11. Episode 11: The Graveyard Shift: In the Beginning Mar 12, 2002 · 3m A SpongeBob SquarePants DVD bonus feature. In this special, Jay Lender talks briefly about the story process and then reads the storyboards of "Graveyard Shift." It can be found in the…
  12. Episode 12: Show Design Mar 12, 2002 · 3m A SpongeBob SquarePants DVD bonus feature. In this special, Nick Jennings talks about the problems with the chrome backgrounds in "SB-129" when Squidward travels into the future. It can be…
  13. Episode 13: Holiday Party Dec 4, 2002 · 2m A SpongeBob SquarePants Merry Nickmas short. In this short, SpongeBob and other Nicktoons characters celebrate Christmas at Santa's workshop at the North Pole.
  14. Episode 14: Plankton's Holiday Hits Dec 4, 2002 · 1m A SpongeBob SquarePants Merry Nickmas short. In this short, Plankton sings parodies of Christmas songs.
  15. Episode 15: SpongeBob (Re-Hydrated) Jan 1, 2003 · 1m A SpongeBob SquarePants Nicktoons short. In this short, SpongeBob fights an army of Patrick clones in a parody of The Matrix Reloaded.
  16. Episode 16: Bikini Bottom's 7 Life Strategies Mar 4, 2003 · 3m This special gives a look into how to live life successfully in Bikini Bottom. It appears as a bonus feature on the Lost at Sea and Complete First Season DVDs.
  17. Episode 17: Behind the Scenes: Special Delivery Jul 29, 2003 · 1m A SpongeBob SquarePants DVD bonus feature. In this special, a man who works with handling fan mail for the show is introduced. It can be found in the Tide and Seek DVD.
  18. Episode 18: The Origin of SpongeBob SquarePants Oct 28, 2003 · 11m Stephen Hillenburg talks about the origin of the title character. Bonus feature from the Complete First Season DVD.
  19. Episode 19: Recollections From the First Season Crew Oct 28, 2003 · 6m In this special, the crew looks back on the first season and how the show came together. Bonus feature from the Complete First Season DVD.
  20. Episode 20: Everybody's Talking: The Voices Behind SpongeBob SquarePants Oct 28, 2003 · 15m In this special, the voice actors talk about their characters and the voices they provide. Bonus feature from the Complete First Season DVD.
  21. Episode 21: Drawing the Goo Lagoon Oct 28, 2003 · 3m In this special, John Seymore draws Goo Lagoon. It appears as a bonus feature on the Tales from the Deep and Complete First Season DVDs.
  22. Episode 22: Around the World With SpongeBob SquarePants Oct 5, 2004 · 1m In this special, the opening of the show plays in the following languages: English, Portuguese, French, Japanese, German and Spanish. Bonus feature from the Complete First Season DVD.
  23. Episode 23: Inside the Pineapple with David Hasselhoff Nov 15, 2004 · 12m Cast and crew discuss the creation of The SpongeBob SquarePants Movie.
  24. Episode 24: The Absorbing Tale Behind The SpongeBob SquarePants Movie Mar 1, 2005 · 19m A SpongeBob SquarePants DVD bonus feature. In this special, cast and crew members introduce the world of SpongeBob. It can be found in the The SpongeBob SquarePants Movie DVD.
  25. Episode 25: Case of the Sponge "Bob" Mar 1, 2005 · 15m A SpongeBob SquarePants DVD bonus feature. In this special, the real-life counterparts to the undersea creatures that inhabit Bikini Bottom can be seen. This special is hosted by…
  26. Episode 26: Saving the Surf Mar 1, 2005 · 4m A SpongeBob SquarePants DVD bonus feature. In this special, The Surfrider Foundation preaches the importance of protecting our beaches and provides information on how to become a member…
  27. Episode 27: The Endless Summer Jun 30, 2005 · 3m SpongeBob goes to work to find Mr. Krabs taking advantage of global warming. SpongeBob tries to help by causing more global warming.
  28. Episode 28: How to Draw SpongeBob SquarePants & His Underwater Buddies Sep 27, 2005 · 27m In this tutorial, Sherm Cohen teaches the viewer how to draw SpongeBob, Patrick, Mr. Krabs, Squidward, Sandy, and Plankton. Bonus feature from the Complete Third Season DVD.
  29. Episode 29: Behind the Scenes: The Voices of SpongeBob & Friends Sep 12, 2006 · 7m A SpongeBob SquarePants DVD bonus feature. In this special, the actors are shown matched up with their cartoon counterparts. It can be found in the fourth season DVD.
  30. Episode 30: Crossing the Street Nov 2, 2006 · 1m A SpongeBob SquarePants Best Day Ever short. In this short, SpongeBob attempts to help an old lady cross the street.
  31. Episode 31: Anything for Baby Nov 2, 2006 · 1m A SpongeBob SquarePants Best Day Ever short. In this short, SpongeBob cheers up a crying baby on a bus trip.
  32. Episode 32: Flowers for Sandy Nov 2, 2006 · 1m A SpongeBob SquarePants Best Day Ever short. In this short, SpongeBob surprises Sandy with flowers.
  33. Episode 33: Me Money Nov 2, 2006 · 1m A SpongeBob SquarePants Best Day Ever short. In this short, SpongeBob cleans Mr. Krabs' money.
  34. Episode 34: Pie Nov 2, 2006 · 1m A SpongeBob SquarePants Best Day Ever short. In this short, SpongeBob and Patrick make a pie.
  35. Episode 35: Behind the Scenes With Pick Boy and SpongeBob Jan 9, 2007 · 7m A SpongeBob SquarePants DVD bonus feature. The Nick host Pick Boy invades a recording session of SpongeBob SquarePants. It can be found in the fourth season DVD.
  36. Episode 36: Can't Swim Jan 12, 2007 · 1m A SpongeBob SquarePants Friend or Foe short. In this short, when Mr. Krabs and Plankton were best friends, Plankton saves Mr. Krabs from drowning.
  37. Episode 37: Loop dee Loop Mar 28, 2007 · 1m A SpongeBob SquarePants Friend or Foe short. In this short, while playing the "Loop de Loop," Plankton almost gets run over, but Mr. Krabs saves him.
  38. Episode 38: Remodeling Apr 5, 2007 · 1m A SpongeBob SquarePants Friend or Foe short. In this short, Mr. Krabs and Plankton make a sandcastle, but when a bully stomps their castle, he learns the castle's true power.
  39. Episode 39: Behind the Pantis Nov 12, 2007 · 12m A behind-the-scenes look at "Atlantis SquarePantis." Aired on Nickelodeon and later released on the SpongeBob's Atlantis SquarePantis DVD.
  40. Episode 40: Inside the SpongeBob Animation Studios Nov 13, 2007 · 2m A SpongeBob SquarePants DVD bonus feature. In this special, the South Korean animation studio, Rough Draft Studios, is viewed, where the series is produced. It can be found in the…
  41. Episode 41: Are We There Yet? Nov 13, 2007 · 1m An Atlantis SquarePantis short. In this short, SpongeBob continuously annoys Squidward in a stopped bus saying, "Are we there yet?"
  42. Episode 42: Beware Flying Jellyfish Nov 13, 2007 · 1m An Atlantis SquarePantis short. In this short, Patrick gets stung by a jellyfish.
  43. Episode 43: Documenting Our Road Trip Nov 13, 2007 · 1m An Atlantis SquarePantis short. In this short, Sandy decides to record everyone on the bus to document the trip to Atlantis.
  44. Episode 44: Sea Horse Riding Made Easy Apr 15, 2008 · 1m A Pest of the West short. In this short, SpongeBuck is trying to ride a seahorse while an announcer is speaking.
  45. Episode 45: Spurskate Apr 15, 2008 · 1m A Pest of the West short. In this short, an advertisement for the latest craze in transportation, "spurskates," is shown.
  46. Episode 46: Saloon Door Sorrows Apr 15, 2008 · 1m A Pest of the West short. In this short, SpongeBuck goes to see his friends over at the Krusty Kantina.
  47. Episode 47: Yokel to Tough Guy Apr 15, 2008 · 1m A Pest of the West short. In this short, SpongeBuck goes from a yokel to a tough guy.
  48. Episode 48: What if SpongeBob Was Gone? (Gary) Oct 14, 2008 · 1m A SpongeBob SquarePants What Ever Happened to SpongeBob? short. In this short, Gary is throwing a party.
  49. Episode 49: What if SpongeBob Was Gone? (Sandy) Oct 14, 2008 · 1m A SpongeBob SquarePants What Ever Happened to SpongeBob? short. In this short, Sandy and Big fish are practicing karate.
  50. Episode 50: What if SpongeBob Was Gone? (Mr. Krabs) Oct 14, 2008 · 1m A SpongeBob SquarePants What Ever Happened to SpongeBob? short. In this short, Mr. Krabs is making Krabby Patties instead of SpongeBob.
  51. Episode 51: What if SpongeBob Was Gone? (Patrick) Oct 14, 2008 · 1m A SpongeBob SquarePants What Ever Happened to SpongeBob? short. In this short, Patrick tries to catch jellyfish, but gets stung instead.
  52. Episode 52: Plankton's Special Sinister Commentary Mar 3, 2009 · 9m A SpongeBob SquarePants DVD bonus feature. Plankton sits in a theater, watches some of "SpongeBob SquarePants vs. The Big One," and rips on SpongeBob and the other characters. It can be…
  53. Episode 53: Separation Anxiety Apr 22, 2009 · 1m A SpongeBob SquarePants SpongeBob SquarePants vs. The Big One short. In this short, Patrick glues his feet to his surfboard and then surfs.
  54. Episode 54: Surfing Dreams Apr 22, 2009 · 1m A SpongeBob SquarePants SpongeBob SquarePants vs. The Big One short. In this short, Squidward has a surfing dream.
  55. Episode 55: SpongeBoard Apr 22, 2009 · 1m A SpongeBob SquarePants SpongeBob SquarePants vs. The Big One short. In this short, Patrick surfs using SpongeBob as a surfboard.
  56. Episode 56: How the Episode "The Big Wave" Was Filmed in Greek Sep 21, 2009 A SpongeBob SquarePants DVD bonus feature. Thanasis Tsaltabasis is seen performing the voice of Jack Kahuna Laguna in Greek. It can be found in the Greek release of the SpongeBob vs. The…
  57. Episode 57: Square Roots: The Story of SpongeBob SquarePants Sep 22, 2009 · 43m Commemorates the 10th anniversary of the SpongeBob SquarePants. The documentary chronicles the beloved character's journey to international pop culture icon status and showcases the…
  58. Episode 58: Life Lessons from Bikini Bottom Sep 22, 2009 · 9m "Life Lessons from Bikini Bottom" is a SpongeBob SquarePants DVD bonus feature. It is an old-style educational film reel and basically acts as a profiler for the various characters. It can…
  59. Episode 59: Help Wanted: The Seven Seas Edition Sep 22, 2009 · 11m In this special, "Help Wanted," the first episode of the series, is shown in numerous languages, including Chinese, Finnish, Danish, French, Norwegian, Swedish, Greek, Dutch, and Spanish…
  60. Episode 60: Behind the Scenes of the SpongeBob Opening Sep 25, 2009 · 7m A behind-the-scenes look at the opening credits that accompany "Truth or Square." This can be found on the SpongeBob's Truth or Square DVD.
  61. Episode 61: Balloons Dec 8, 2009 · 1m A SpongeBob SquarePants Truth or Square short. In this short, SpongeBob tries to blow up balloons, but finds it harder than he thought.
  62. Episode 62: Juice Man Dec 8, 2009 · 1m A SpongeBob SquarePants Truth or Square short. In this short, SpongeBob becomes "Juice Man" when he absorbs some spilled juice.
  63. Episode 63: Traffic Dec 8, 2009 · 1m A SpongeBob SquarePants Truth or Square short. In this short, SpongeBob entertains some residents who are stuck in traffic.
  64. Episode 64: The Outfit Dec 8, 2009 · 1m A SpongeBob SquarePants Truth or Square short. In this short, SpongeBob is trying to pick out a costume for the costume party.
  65. Episode 65: How to Make SpongeBob SquarePants Mar 16, 2010 · 5m
  66. Episode 66: SpongeGod Jul 13, 2010 · 1m A SpongeBob SquarePants The Clash of Triton short. In this short, Patrick asks what SpongeBob would do if he were a god.
  67. Episode 67: The Story of King Neptune Jul 13, 2010 · 1m A SpongeBob SquarePants The Clash of Triton short. In this short, SpongeBob tells the origin of King Neptune to Patrick.
  68. Episode 68: Tips for Jellyfish Fields Oct 5, 2010 · 1m A SpongeBob SquarePants SpongeBob's Last Stand short. In this short, the narrator tells some simple guidelines for a visit to Jellyfish Fields.
  69. Episode 69: Jellyfishing Safety Tips Oct 5, 2010 · 1m A SpongeBob SquarePants SpongeBob's Last Stand short. In this short, SpongeBob talks about jellyfishing safety tips.
  70. Episode 70: Plankton Pays Oct 5, 2010 · 1m A SpongeBob SquarePants SpongeBob's Last Stand short. In this short, Plankton accidentally gets shocked by a ton of jellyfish.
  71. Episode 71: Moldy Sponge Oct 30, 2010 · 1m A SpongeBob SquarePants holiday short. In this short, SpongeBob turns into a moldy sponge while trying to take out the trash, which is full of moldy kitchen sponges.
  72. Episode 72: SpongeBob's Legendary Dance Party Nov 16, 2010 · 1m A SpongeBob SquarePants Legends of Bikini Bottom short. In this short, SpongeBob teaches one how to dance.
  73. Episode 73: Things to Do When Encountering a Legendary Creature Nov 16, 2010 · 1m A SpongeBob SquarePants Legends of Bikini Bottom short. In this short, Patrick is reading a book called Bikini Bottom Legends.
  74. Episode 74: The Legend of SpongeBob Nov 16, 2010 · 1m A SpongeBob SquarePants Legends of Bikini Bottom short. In this short, the legend of SpongeBob is told.
  75. Episode 75: Behind the Scenes: Legends of Bikini Bottom Nov 16, 2010 · 6m A DVD bonus feature showing a behind-the-scenes look at "The Legends of Bikini Bottom".
  76. Episode 76: GumShoe SquarePants Mar 8, 2011 · 1m A SpongeBob SquarePants The Great Patty Caper short. In this short, SpongeBob hunts down clues on a new case, but he only ends up stepping on Plankton.
  77. Episode 77: SpongeLock Holmes and Dr. Patson Mar 8, 2011 · 1m A SpongeBob SquarePants The Great Patty Caper short. In this short, SpongeBob and Patrick are searching for SpongeBob's missing house key.
  78. Episode 78: What if the Mystery Ended This Way...? Mar 8, 2011 · 1m A SpongeBob SquarePants The Great Patty Caper short. In this short, alternate endings are shown for the mystery from "The Great Patty Caper."
  79. Episode 79: Time Machine Jun 14, 2011 · 1m A SpongeBob SquarePants Back to the Past short. In this short, SpongeBob and Patrick go back in time to see the young Mermaid Man and Barnacle Boy.
  80. Episode 80: Lessons Learned Jun 14, 2011 · 1m A SpongeBob SquarePants Back to the Past short. In this short, SpongeBob and Patrick go back in time to make themselves smarter.
  81. Episode 81: And Krabs Saves the Day Jun 14, 2011 · 1m A SpongeBob SquarePants Back to the Past short. In this short, Mr. Krabs spills tartar sauce on Man Ray.
  82. Episode 82: Sandy's Vacation in Ruins Nov 12, 2011 · 5m Spongebob's love for shiny things gets him and Sandy into some trouble.
  83. Episode 83: Change of Sea-Nery: Getting to the Bottom of a Stop-motion Bikini Bottom Nov 6, 2012 · 8m A DVD bonus feature. It is a behind-the-scenes look at It's a SpongeBob Christmas!
  84. Episode 84: Plankton's Diary: Karen Apr 12, 2013 · 1m Plankton talks about Karen in his video diary.
  85. Episode 85: Plankton's Diary: Evil Laugh Apr 19, 2013 · 1m Plankton talks about his evil laugh in his video diary.
  86. Episode 86: Plankton's Diary: Plankton's Evil Plan Jun 9, 2013 · 2m Plankton talks about his evil plans in his video diary.
  87. Episode 87: Plankton. A Thank You Would Be Nice. Jun 8, 2015 · 3m In this short, Plankton explains the impact plankton have made on the planet.
  88. Episode 88: Gary's Holiday Sing-Along Dec 9, 2015 · 2m Gary sings holiday classics.
  89. Episode 89: Frozen Krabby Patty Feb 18, 2017 · 1m A SpongeBob SquarePants Goodbye, Krabby Patty? short. In this short, Patrick appears in a Frozen Krabby Patty commercial.
  90. Episode 90: More Feeling Feb 18, 2017 · 1m A SpongeBob SquarePants Goodbye, Krabby Patty? short. In this short, SpongeBob tells Patrick to put more feeling in his lines.
  91. Episode 91: What Else Can a Krabby Patty Do? Feb 18, 2017 · 1m A SpongeBob SquarePants Goodbye, Krabby Patty? short. In this short, SpongeBob and Patrick show what a Krabby Patty can do.
  92. Episode 92: Krabby Patty Report Feb 18, 2017 · 1m A SpongeBob SquarePants Goodbye, Krabby Patty? short. In this short, Perch Perkins and Patrick fight over Krabby Patties.
  93. Episode 93: Krabby Patty Jingle Feb 18, 2017 · 1m A SpongeBob SquarePants Goodbye, Krabby Patty? short. In this short, Mr. Krabs plays the piano and sings about Krabby Patties.
  94. Episode 94: Bike Safety Tips May 15, 2017 · 1m In this short, SpongeBob teaches Patrick the basics of bicycle safety. The short was made for Nationwide's Make Safe Happen campaign.
  95. Episode 95: Plankton's Color Nullifier Nov 3, 2017 · 2m A SpongeBob SquarePants SpongeBob: You Bring the Color short. In this short, SpongeBob plans to bring the whole world together with a colorful new Krabby Patty, but Plankton tries to steal…
  96. Episode 96: SpongeBob Appreciation Day: Patchy's Beach Bash! Jan 4, 2019 · 23m "SpongeBob Appreciation Day: Patchy's Beach Bash!" is a SpongeBob SquarePants episode, produced as a stand-alone special for season twelve. In this episode, Patchy and some of SpongeBob's…
  97. Episode 97: Movie Etiquette May 24, 2019 · 1m To help celebrate the 20th anniversary of SpongeBob SquarePants, the folks behind the show created a funny short about movie etiquette starring SpongeBob, Patrick, and Squidward.
  98. Episode 98: Patchy's Playlist Nov 30, 2019 · 22m Patchy takes a fun-filled journey through the world of SpongeBob's best musical moments.
  99. Episode 99: The SpongeBob Musical: Live on Stage! Dec 7, 2019 · 1h 53m SpongeBob must stop an active undersea volcano from destroying Bikini Bottom.
  100. Episode 100: The Stars of SpongeBob Fan Favorites Special Jun 5, 2020 · 23m For the first time ever, the voices behind SpongeBob, Patrick, and the rest of Bikini Bottom are re-creating the show’s most iconic moments. You voted -- now see which of your favorite…
  101. Episode 101: SpongeBob's Spookiest Scenes Countdown Special Oct 2, 2020 · 22m A power outage won't stop Patchy the Pirate from counting down some of the spookiest SpongeBob scenes ever.
  102. Episode 102: The SpongeBob SportsPants Countdown Special Jan 10, 2021 · 20m Gear up for SpongeBob's greatest skills, spills, and thrills as our STAR host, Nate Burleson, counts down the sportiest SpongeBob scenes of ALL TIME that YOU voted for! You won't believe…
  103. Episode 103: SpongeBob SquarePants Sings Keep It Cool Oct 23, 2021 · 3m The SpongeBob SquarePants cast sings about climate change.
  104. Episode 104: The Patrick Star Fan Favorites Special Nov 12, 2021 · 23m Break out the mayonnaise, set the belts to Wumbo and prepare to scream "Leedle Leedle Leedle Lee." Unspeakable - YouTube star and Patrick Star superfan - is counting down the greatest…
  105. Episode 105: Twas the Night Before Spongemas Dec 22, 2022 · 22m on Christmas Eve, SpongeBob and his friends look back on some of the fun and less-than-jolly Christmas moments. And when Christmas morning comes around, they realize that what matters most…
  106. Episode 106: The Tidal Zone: A SpongeBob Universe Special Jan 13, 2023 · 45m Observe, if you will, four tales of undersea exploits that defy explanation. Cross over into new dimensions where minds switch, bodies shrink, and robots rise in... The Tidal Zone Special.
  107. Episode 107: A Very Patchy Holiday Livestream Dec 15, 2023 · 22m Patchy the Pirate livestreams his favourite holiday memories to SpongeBob fans.
  108. Episode 108: SpongeBob's Super Bowl Party Feb 5, 2024 · 22m Patrick, SpongeBob, and Gary throw a Super Bowl party.
  109. Episode 109: Super Bowl LVIII: Live from Bikini Bottom Feb 11, 2024 · 4h 24m
  110. Episode 110: Beneath the Bun: Secrets of the Krabby Patty Dec 23, 2024 · 22m Perch Perkins, Bikini Bottom's leading journalist, leads a deep-dive retrospective into the secrets, scandals, and successes of the legendary undersea snack - the Krabby Patty.
  111. Episode 111: The Best Medicine Feb 16, 2025 · 1m When Squidward's cable goes out, SpongeBob and Patrick attempt to entertain him.
  112. Episode 112: SpongeBob: Order Up! Jul 18, 2025 · 3m Squidward is annoyed by SpongeBob ringing the bell indicating an order is ready to be served. Produced in 2015 as a theatrical short, releasing alongside Smurfs (2025).
  113. Episode 113: Shanghaied (SpongeBob Day Edition) Jul 14, 2026 · 16m Three never-before-seen alternate endings of the classic episode “Shanghaied”