SpongeBob's Big Birthday Blowout - The BETTER Anniversary Special

SpongeBob celebrates its 20th anniversary with a Big Birthday Blowout. Nickelodeon pulled out all the stops by introducing minor characters, bringing back live action characters and the Krusty Slab. I couldn't wait to cover this!
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[@TheAlphaJayShow]

What did you think of the Big Birthday Blowout?

[@ConductorElcrest]

It was great!

[@pinkpinkpink7]

I thought it was okay

[@albertscountry7271]

Alpha Jay Show It’s a great episode. The best episode in Season 12 imo.

[@reallyspingebillboxpants]

Terrible! SpongeBob's Birthday was 2 months ago! It wasn't SpongeBob's Birthday in the episode ewwww

[@ultimategodultraman8938]

Alpha Jay Show amazing vid man. this was and is the best episode of spongebob besides band geeks

[@AndreStackhouse]

I think what would've broken my heart would be if patchy gave spongebob a picture of Steve Hillenburg which spongebob would then hug.

[@Gummy_Pop.]

Yeah that would be a nice edition or "In loving memory of stephen hillenburg" at the credits :(

[@julianneiavarone942]

Ow... just the thought hurts my heart

[@notanotherhimbo5060]

@@Gummy_Pop. they did when it first aired

[@Rayzpook5]

@@julianneiavarone942 Same

[@jesusandersono]

I just saw it on TV and there was a message for him. Something like "thanks Steve Hillenburg". That detail that you mention would be heartbreaking tho.

[@quentinbringthenumetalchil5125]

Happy 20th anniversary to Spongebob Squarepants. Too bad Stephen Hillenburg didn’t get to see the day of celebration. R.I.P.

[@TheAlphaJayShow]

Quentin Childs Absolutely. He did see the beginnings of the process though.

[@meredithseidman209]

.

[@sunspotmill1291]

I think he would've be proud of the final outcome.

[@gracekim25]

Quentin Childs yeah😔

[@21locator]

that noob

[@natelikesfun]

Ok, but can we talk about how Patchy finally met Spongebob? Like, it feels like a lot of people aren't really acknowledging that even though it has been building up for a while now.

[@BrokeBot]

ikr this seemed like a giant gift to fans

[@angelmarin6442]

@@BrokeBot it was also a gift for patchy too considering he always wanted to meet SpongeBob.

[@NostalgiaNetwork]

I loved it. I felt like my childhood was completed

[@GojiBoiEarth1964]

It took him at least 10 years

[@liminal_lavender]

They had already met in the musical though which is technically canon

[@karalynspeaks4267]

I guess my unpopular opinion came true with patchy actually meeting spongebob

[@lordroy88]

I’ve wanted it too

[@qreues-alt7672]

Same here

[@themysteriouscatperson9483]

Tobey maguire I’ve actually looked up Stephen Hillenburg’s rules, nowhere did it say that spongebob couldn’t meet patchy

[@themysteriouscatperson9483]

Karalyn Brown Ikr, I almost cried when that scene happened, I’ve been waiting for it for so long

[@PhoenixMario]

I teared up when he did

[@lisabarnes924]

If Gary’s slime is that color, I think Spongebob should take him to the vet... 0_O

[@TheAlphaJayShow]

Lisa Barnes Lol

[@jamescolm1133]

He had green slime in nature pants

[@lisabarnes924]

Trap Money Brodie Damn, now that Hillenburg is gone, they’re gonna up that by 100x and spongebob would be dead for sure.

[@jamescolm1133]

Trap Money Brodie probably I was just hoping they were better then that.... for once

[@sweep_swoop]

Oh god.

[@mguymario]

the ocean with the CGI fish might have confirmed a theory that the bikini bottom mutated the fish into human-like fish

[@getmeouttahere1209]

Alex Bale...

[@satsujin-shathewitchkingof6185]

@@zaplane25 They mutated and then spread out across the ocean

[@fluffypuff766]

In the beginning where Patrick had amnesia, he explained how he lost everything in the fire, referencing the "WE THREW OUT HIS NAME!!!" Scene in the past

[@Canada1994]

And/or the scene where Patrick's brain is on fire and the Patrick's inside his brain are too stupid to get out of the building (pushing instead of pulling)

[@albertscountry7271]

Fun Fact: The title card music for this episode is the instrumental of “The SpongeBob History Song”. Considering the type of episode this is, it fits.

[@isomericgamer6644]

It's actually called another best day ever.

[@llewgee7525]

@@isomericgamer6644 it’s in such episodes as: A Day Without Tears and One Coarse Meal. What an excellent track record.

[@isomericgamer6644]

@@llewgee7525 yeah it has the worst luck ever lol.

[@KingQubed]

that called foreshadowing go check out this youtuber called Alex Bale to see what I mean

[@tinysp00ks]

I’m eighteen. I’m legally an adult. But seeing Patchy The Pirate made me squeak and cry with nostalgia.

[@littlearies3862]

Saaame

[@craigusselman546]

Im 38 and spongebob started when I was 19 so no nostalgia started watching him in my mid 20s and im not the only old goat who watches it regularly.

[@DonnaFayette]

26 here and I squealed when Patchy and Spongebob finally met!!!

[@willian2848]

Being adult doesn't mean you can't get emotional with cartoons

[@racc_mann]

Its especially sad cause stephen himself voiced potty the bird, but nevertheless I love his legacy and RIP Stephen hillenberg

[@Jeremiah1110]

Yep, now it's Doug Lawrence (The voice of Plankton, Larry, Fred, and Rube) that voices Potty

[@DonnaFayette]

Wow I didnt knew about this one

[@auxilium5378]

@@Jeremiah1110 you just made me realize that Plankton and Larry sound similar due to the voice actor

[@Jeremiah1110]

​@@auxilium5378 Yeah, sounds very similar when you put them side by side

[@isomericgamer6644]

After season 3. Paul Tibbit voiced potty. And then Stephen Hillenburg voiced potty again in feral friends.

[@michaelstrong5383]

I haven't been catching up with Spongebob for the last few years, but I did watch the Birthday Blowout. It's the best special Spongebob had in a while. Loved the scenes in the human version of the Krusty Krab. Stephen Hillenburg would be very proud of this.

[@legendarysingh2173]

R.I.P Stephen Hillenberg (correct me please) if it wasn’t for you we wouldn’t have this incredible cartoon. This special was for you.

[@TheAlphaJayShow]

Legendary Singh Agreed.

[@ang3lstardust]

That is so nice.

[@dragonslayer9671]

Also mermaid man and barnicle boy

[@legendarysingh2173]

Kurt Cobain of Suburbia Yes :(

[@legendarysingh2173]

Kurt Cobain of Suburbia Thank you :)

[@AverytheCubanAmerican]

It’s one of the best episodes of the show. What a special. They made Stephen proud

[@peppapig8324]

Tom Tom it is their opinion

[@frothingbubbles]

Tom Tom respect others opinion lmao

[@frothingbubbles]

Tom Tom using your logic , your opinion is dumb too

[@AlanTGP1]

the whole episode feels like a 45-min movie... wait, it is a movie! right?

[@TheAlphaJayShow]

alanthegamerpro1 Almost.

[@thekingcoltonious]

Imagine if they gave it like another half hour by giving it more meaningful animated scenes. It could have been a bop and a half of a movie!

[@natelikesfun]

I mean, technically a movie is officially designated as running for more than 40 minutes, so I say it counts.

[@jesussknight4918]

alanthegamerpro1 The very first good TV Movie. Edit: In my opinion that is.

[@jesussknight4918]

HorrorFan 1988 My comment is just my opinion, and I am 100% okay with people liking Truth or Square and/or Atlantis Squarepantis.

[@toasteddonut1186]

That intro animation looked very clean and nice. keep up the great work

[@TheAlphaJayShow]

Tosted Donut Thank you, it was made by Andrea Asperges or @PixelSword94 on Twitter.

[@chaos4654]

I think the animators are hinting they want the classic Nick SPLAT logo back. Edit: Or slime segments.

[@TheAlphaJayShow]

Chaos That’s interesting.

[@fredbloxworth5272]

The only thing I didn't like about the special was that weird bean part it only reminds me why I stay far away from Nick's live-action content.

[@TheAlphaJayShow]

Same, it's not that funny to me.

[@kierahenley2335]

I didn't really like it either

[@j6papertek727]

Its worse than beans in clocks

[@aaendi6661]

I like that part because it's like Nickelodeon paroding itself.

[@nolimit6377]

I thought the bean nonsense was the funniest part lol. Strawberry beans forever, yall.

[@albertscountry7271]

Alpha Jay covering a Spongebob Season 12 episode? Cool!

[@TheAlphaJayShow]

Albert’s Country And hopefully another from season 11.

[@albertscountry7271]

Oh boy! Can’t wait for that!

[@archive6094]

Bruh. All these cameos are awesome, but wheres my boi C R A I G M A M A L T O N

[@D-Ender]

And also where's Triton and Neptunus instead of Mindy

[@page_pro]

Where the hell is my boy Larry? L I V I N G L I K E L A R R Y

[@newquinken]

@@page_pro actually Larry WAS there in the scene where we see the cameos lining up in front of spongebob's house

[@page_pro]

newquinken hold up dawg u right

[@newquinken]

@@page_pro yep, just wanted to point it out so you didn't have to feel dissapoint

[@ohglory3767]

Actually the guys from 21:35, are the actors from the SpongeBob Musical, which is pretty great on its own!

[@fruitysoupy]

I've been scrolling down the comments to see if there are other people talking about it and I'm relieved to find out that yep, people are talking about it and I'm not alone The musical was great

[@MapleMilk]

This special proves that SpongeBob has a cast as legendary as the Simpsons Who could forget that "sadly I am only an eel" chick

[@TheAlphaJayShow]

MapleMilk Lol

[@geardog24]

14:54 Hoopla kid is my spirit animal.

[@PIB2000]

How funny would it be if Spongebob, Jimbob and Patchy actually interacted with each other?

[@jaedeeh7323]

This is gonna be the biggest meta moment in cartoon history.

[@Magwulf]

I love that the Krusty Slab scene used the actual voice actors of the characters. It is a pretty nice touch.

[@williamclarke3162]

Yes, I definitely enjoyed this a lot; this is what Truth or Square should've been it's very funny and enjoyable and does a great job of making references to past things

[@icebeam-enterprise8164]

3:01 OMG these callbacks in the newest episodes are AMAZING! That on the left is this dude who had ice-cream and on the right is the fish who blew Spongebob's ballon for him! :O

[@TheAlphaJayShow]

IceBeam- enterprise Agreed!

[@justcallmebb3147]

Speaking of Ice Cream, did we even see the guy who was selling Ice Cream in the ripped pants episode??

[@icebeam-enterprise8164]

That was that orange fish wasn't it? I dunno, I didn't see the episode yet... Has it aired in Germany yet? I would guess no, since it is new in... english countries...

[@bananaman8939]

@@icebeam-enterprise8164 the episode is rock bottom from season 1

[@nathanz128]

It was really dope.... And I haven't watched SpongeBob in many years

[@TheAlphaJayShow]

Nathan the n00b I’ve dropped off as well. Trying to catch up soon.

[@PeterGriffin11]

Same

[@sunspotmill1291]

Same here.

[@icebeam-enterprise8164]

14:45 The big dude who once fed Mr krabs beans

[@adamgrunther1367]

I understand why Mermaid Man and Barnacle Boy were missing from this episode, but I’m not sure why The Flying Dutchman didn’t make a cameo.

[@adamgrunther1367]

Homura Kogestu Ernest Borgnine and Tim Conway have sadly passed away, but Brian Doyle-Murray is still alive.

[@terrirobinson345]

Wait.... THE WOMAN WHO PUTS THEM IN A FISH STORE IS PEARL?! I never noticed that one!😶

[@cobydamato3082]

same

[@Ex0ticc_Butterzz]

I did notice before

[@omni-odyssy7881]

The only thing I noticed is the voice actor looks like my aunt

[@hanakoisbestgirl4752]

Does this episode confirm the movie Neptune is the actual canon Neptune in Spongebob with Mindy being present?

[@BrokeBot]

i always thought it was like an Old Man Jenkins thing

[@ScruffyGamerAnimations]

Yeah, there are multiple versions of Neptune in the franchise for some reason.

[@lightningdude4282]

There was also Flats Flounder, Hoopla Fish, Strangler, Grubby Grouper, Monty Moneybags

[@supercam8479]

Multiple Neptune from different cities

[@getmeouttahere1209]

I think the easiest answer is that one is a king the other is an actual god. The god gave the king powers to rule over bikini bottom since he’s got to watch over the entire ocean not just bikini bottom. It also explains the guy from sponge on the run

[@Tylerland264]

Truth or Square done right

[@AndikaThe2000]

But that's just Krusty Krab anniversary, not SpongeBob.

[@dylanbeebe4403]

With all the Sponge Bob spin offs planned I wouldnt mind a Live Action Spongebob series using the voice actors being one of the spin offs

[@benbarnett5743]

That is true. It’s an interesting idea of having spongebob but on the surface world. The only problem I see is that would mean a more restricted budget.

[@jetstreamattano4176]

"Also wasn't the purple fish driver nothing but a illusion in his introduction"

[@fireshadow6431]

Easily one of my favorite episodes in this show! This definitely fixes the problems Truth or Square had and the ending was amazing. Happy birthday Spongebob!

[@TheAlphaJayShow]

Agreed! Happy birthday SpongeBob

[@benbarnett5743]

100% agree. Big Birthday Blowout manages to actually have heartwarming moments, takes all the effort it can to celebrate the show, and is a good love letter to the creator and the fans. Truth or Square on the other hand was mostly a compilation of pointless scenes from episodes that never happened and was a filler episode

[@carbonanimationproductions6537]

12:16 puff: HAVE U EVER TAUGHT HIM TO DRIVE?! squidward: back. it up. XD i thought squidward was talking to ms. puff lmfao

[@miniwoona402]

22:33 FEEL THE POWER WITHIN! Yeah they put the amulet and robe in there for a reason!

[@LycanMOON]

Plankton:say it! Fred:..my leg....

[@SaraGonzalez-pw2oi]

I loved how they honored stephen hillenburg at the end

[@Pioxys]

Golden age: spongebob x sandy Modern age: spongebob x squidward New age: squidward x sandy What type of unholy comment I just typed...

[@Kuaheak2018]

Golden age: its gay and lesbian solidrity

[@tempolynnrealofficial]

Technically spongebob can change into a female as he is a sponge sooo.. he can choose wether he’s gay or not

[@tomasgomeziglesias6769]

@HorrorFan 1988 there will be a Season 12 episode, probably airing near Valentine's Day, called "Pat Hearts Squid" (confirmed by Vincent Waller that it won't be an LGBT episode), so the third one may not happen. P.S. I'm saying this because Season 12: A)Gave Plankton and Karen a baby. And B)I think that at the end of "My Two Krabses"(episode 259a) Mr. Krabs will probably marry Mrs. Puff. So I hope that at the end of "Pat Hearts Squid", with Patrick's help, Squidward actually gets a permanent girlfriend.

[@tomasgomeziglesias6769]

@HorrorFan 1988 I honestly think that SpongeBob and Sandy will remain single by the end of the show Specially since the crew that REALLY loves the three core dynamics: 1)Best Friends: Patrick and SpongeBob. 2)Opposites: Squidward and SpongeBob. 3)Father and Son: Mr. Krabs and SpongeBob.

[@tomasgomeziglesias6769]

@HorrorFan 1988 I know. Even the third movie will put a special focus on the three main relationships, plus SpongeBob rescuing Gary (originally from alien cats, in the final version from Poseidon). Heck, I'm sure Plankton will play a major role in it too since he's very popular.

[@irain4927]

The beans and them not getting water from a wave or just driving into the ocean that was behind them was annoying. But that masochist theme Plankton thought of is actually kinda fitting. And seeing Patchy finally meeting Spongebob made my heart full.

[@maakujiten3812]

"Do instruments of torture count?"

[@tbana2396]

My leg.

[@kaijukid1443]

Lets be honest,this episode was one big apology letter for Truth or Square.I'm sure the crew knew they would get a lot of backlash if history repeated itself,or if this episode was even WORSE,so they made sure to put as much effort into it as possible

[@aadjy_]

wait what was wrong with truth or square

[@kaijukid1443]

@@aadjy_ Watch Mr.Enter's review on it

[@alexfehrenbacher7217]

they also nodded towards the talent show episode with the bubble hippo thing. he shows up right before spongebob's parents eat the fish food

[@poof346]

This was the first episode I watched in months, and I loved it. The live action was kinda corny, but in that way, it was exactly what I wanted, since I could tell even THAT had heart put into it.

[@thealientree3821]

So Activision did a robot game, and a movie game with SpongeBob, so this episode would be the base for Activision’s anniversary game because Heavy Iron/THQ did an anniversary game with SpongeBob.

[@TheAlphaJayShow]

Jordan Botelho323 That’s a pretty neat fun fact.

[@thealientree3821]

Well, it is just speculation. And the fact that I see something suspicious of Activision.

[@andrewclark3330]

to be honest. i wouldnt really trust activision with this game considering the poor reputation of those spongebob games they made. but i can see the people that are making battle for bikini bottom rehydrated making a game based on this episode

[@rebelsnowflake15]

Sandy's behavior in this episode almost reminds me of PreHibernation Week, but I'm not sure which episode utilized her the best

[@diegogarcia1939]

It was a great way to celebrate many years of spongebobs and an amazing tribute to Steven helinburg.

[@diegogarcia1939]

Sorry meant to say steve hillenburg

[@pillowman3740]

I would say spongebob’s big birthday blowout is even better than the truth or square special.

[@xayahnepo]

It be hard to be worst than that speical

[@locomotivetrainstation6053]

Pillow :)

[@thecatdidit683]

i cant believe that they hired David hasoloff after the drunk hamburger video

[@TheAlphaJayShow]

caden f Lol same

[@noahmorrison6562]

7:07 OOOOOH You said number 11

[@leoc.7514]

It was simply AMAZING. Definitely one of the best episodes EVER.

[@jamalsistas414]

Of course , It's one of The best episodes Ever

[@andrewkim9848]

I like it. I like how the background characters having a larger role works since they actually had some semblance of a character other than memes (*cough Slice of Life).I like how they don’t overdo many obnoxious traits of the characters. I like how this special feels like a true celebration of Spongebob rather than a “look at this extended regular episode”.

[@thekingcoltonious]

I know it will never happen, but I'd love to see a spin off of the rusty slab and stuff. Tom Kenny AS spongebob was pure perfection to me. I say "it'll never happen" mainly because for it to be not "nickified" it would have to be given to another network, and nick isn't going to give up their cash cow. It's nice to think about though. JimBob Humanpants would be an amazing series.

[@bryanegelhoffsanimationtec257]

Patchy finally met Spongebob. For me, that's instantly a win.

[@Vertical0827]

21:34 those last 4 aren’t just celebrities, they’re the SpongeBob Musical actors! I find that awesome!

[@unbeatenlake790]

I actually never realized the guy in the blue shirt with the dog was Thomas Wilson, the guy who played Biff Tannen in Back to the future. He also played Flats, The Strangler, and Reg in the show.

[@slygamer136]

Tbh i miss watching live tv cause this would look like something to definitely watch but idc for spoiling myself. Cant believe its 20 years old...

[@varietyhub2948]

Same

[@lleer00na.79]

5:56 that stink eye he gave her.

[@floatingf8783]

PATCHY THE PIRATE IS STILL IN THE SHOW? Now I wish he fought Burger Beard in Sponge Out of Water.

[@neonlightmole9634]

I’ve only seen the episode once, so I don’t really have a solid opinion on the special at the moment, but if there’s one thing about the Special I liked, it was all the rare cameos. And while I expected there to be an In Memory portion at the end for Steven, I’m Glad they did it. I couldn’t think of this special ending any other way.

[@icebeam-enterprise8164]

14:39 Also the one kid who had a comic-book collection

[@jordandrinkwater1345]

For SpongeBob's 20th anniversary: He got introduced to his IRL counterparts, he met Prestonplayz at the bean show, David came back after Neptune burned him, and he got to do his intro twice.

[@StageCraftBeast]

There's probably some sort of dark theory why the fish above water are real, but knowing how the continuity is all over the place, I don't want to go deep into it. Also, gotta love that thank you to Stephen Hillenburg.

[@majamystic256]

Does it have to do with radioactivity of Bikini Atoll?

[@theoriginalstarwalker4357]

i have watched 90% spongebob episodes ever made and this is my my favorite,but the stop-motion new year/christmas special is my second favorite.

[@dc_al_coda]

A few things: 1. How could you not mention Tom Wilson in the live-action segments? He's only worked on the show since season 2. 2. Don't gloss over the fact they got closing cast for the Spongebob Musical for the credits. They were my favorite cameo. 3. I really like that they finally let Patchy meet SpongeBob. I think that was a really cool touch for longtime fans. Other than that, it was a nice analysis for a more worthy anniversary special.

[@soulfur1031]

The four celebrities that were in one picture together were actually the cast of the Spongebob Musical! You have to review it, it's SO GOOD

[@DWN037]

"Oh look, celebrities! Let's just- heh - gloss over them." As soon as the last three words got out of his mouth, there was legitimately a thunderclap outside my house.

[@josiahtheawkward6008]

Me: wait Alpha what about the celebritie- Alpha: *in T'Chala's voice* We don't do that here

[@hunted_]

Omg, Patchy is back! Like if you remember that 3DS game where patchy was the main guy.

[@mosssupreme994]

I know we glossed over the celebs, but i liked how they got the cast of the spongebob musical to give their little congrats :)

[@prongsverse]

ETHAN SLATER AND THE SPONGEBOB BWAY CAST KDJNIJKWED IMA CRY I SAW THE MUSICAL TWICE OBC FSODUBF AMD I MAY BE SEEING THEM ON TOUR IM SO EXCITED AND HAPPY THEY WERE THERE!!!!!!

[@fruitysoupy]

SAME EXCEPT I COULDN'T SEE IT I GET SO HAPPY EVERYTIME I SEE THE CAST

[@_V.Va_]

Did you get brain damage halfway through?

[@jaicz]

It's a crime to not have bubble buddy.

[@PeterGriffin11]

14:57 Did Spongebob just have product placement for the store Target? Also its kinda weird Spongebob's Grandma wasn't briefly in this special I wonder if she died offscreen in the show.

[@cobydamato3082]

i think because the voice actress tired

[@mattymills3133]

Dude, I don't know if anyone told you, but the original Old Man Jenkins has been renamed to Old Man Walker, as of this episode.

[@tomasgomeziglesias6769]

Aparently, since "Plankton Paranoia" he has been given that name (acorrding to that episode's the credits). With "SpongeBob's Big Birthday Blowout" being the first time he's ever called like that.

[@acairconditioning5666]

15:19 Did no-one notice the whale dude who was in spongebobs band when he ripped his pants?

[@LegoMelonz15]

Also, it’s a tiny bit strange the strangler went to his party even though he didn’t like it last time, but it was still a really nice cameo

[@TheAlphaJayShow]

LegoMelonz15 At least he’s happier now

[@mino2123]

4:12 oh my that is a one of a kind smug squidward, i love it

[@waterwaifu612]

The ending honestly made me cry a little

[@benbarnett5743]

Now this is how you celebrate the show’s 20th anniversary. Takes notes truth or square

[@jamescolm1133]

Gary had green slime in nature pants

[@ultimatenju21u96]

Am i the only one who drew many lines from this special, to sponge out of water? I still love the special tho.

[@samijohnson3266]

I cried when it said thanks to Steve at the end, idk why ig just growing up with the show and seeing how far it’s come and after he passed, and then thanking him for the show itself, but yeah i cried.

[@toxics.]

I was 25 years old when I learned Tom Kenny was also Patchy The Pirate... Just now...

[@JRRivera1222]

It was a great celebration of the show and an even bigger tribute to Hillenburg. Great special.

[@artslife4424]

David Hastlehost cameos were priceless and almost timeless

[@tessabakker662]

"Mister Krabs comes out to assist the scene, his gut is *legendary*" Fuckin amen, Clancy brown looking fine even while using his silly cartoon crab voice. Love the guy

[@parker-boy98]

I'm still getting used to calling the original Old Man Jenkins "Old Man Walker" myself

[@eatatjoes6751]

It looks so good...and hey, they made Patchy less annoying than Truth Or Square! Yay!

[@olgahapitan312]

when it said “Thank you, Steve Hillenburg” at the end my heart just-

[@williamwhite2568]

A better anniversary special than Truth or Square

[@PizzaPatriarch]

While truth or square makes it unclear whether spongebob is "real" or not, other episodes featuring patchy show him sending letters to spongebob such as the episode where spongebob throws a house party. I remembered that they made a joke that patchy didn't think about the effect water would have on letters written in ink.

[@mateokunzer]

"Gloss over the celebrities" SAY THAT A N D SHOW THE MUSICAL CAST BLASPHEMY

[@dynostretch9215]

8:15 Wait a sec, was that bit with David Hasselhoff filmed at Cabrillo Beach in San Pedro, California? I grew up in that city most of my life, and went to that exact spot all the time. Regardless of if it was or not, that brought back some nice memories of home.

[@AlexanderAgungWirabumi]

Customer 1 : "Is this the Krusty Krab ?" Patrick : "No this is Patrick." Customer 2 : "Is this the Krusty Krab ?" Patrick : "Noou, this is Patrick!" Customer 3 : "Is this the Krusty Krab ?" Patrick : "NOO, This Is PATRICK!!!" 🤣🤦‍♂️🙏🙏🙏

[@InkyDave1928]

The end of the show in a nutshell "Will you tell us spongebob's age?" Well yes, but actualy no

[@Idekam20]

15:45 Oh, it even has a picture of the chief from the....episode where they were superheroes. Mermaid Man and Barnacle Boy V. He was funny.

[@expanddong7062]

21:35 I've never seen such malice towards other beings. Then again, its celebrities.

[@Mathtron5000]

Wow this episode is packed with cameos. In fact. I just noticed the picture of "The Commissioner" on the Mermaid Man & Barnacle Boy table!

[@BayOfWulf]

I almost cried when I saw “Thank you Stephen Hilberg”