User blog:TheMaximumMatt/Episodes of Spongebob I like that Everyone Hates

Since my unpopular opinions blogs, mainly my Loud house episodes that I like that everyoen hates, seem to be really popular, I thought I might start doing more unpopula ropinion blogs. So this time, we're going to look at episodes from the little yellow square who has caused the most controversy in the animation community, Spongebob Squarepants. I'm going to be honest, I don't find Spongebob as bad as everyone makes it out to be. Even in the post-movie era, while there are a BUNCH of bad episodes, some even from pre-movie Spongebob, there are also some episodes that are actually good. I think the hate for post-movie Spongebob is too overly big. Some episode get hate even though they aren't that bad. With the introduction out of the way, let's gets started!

1. Wigstruck

Why it's hated: Mean-spiritedness

Why I like it: Here's the thing. What makes this episode not as mean-spirited as it should be is that Spongebob isn't even affected by the teasing and insults. In actually, he actually takes them as compliments. So the fact that Spongebob thinks that everyone actually likes his wig from the start and even the twist ending revealing that everyone actually did like Spongebob's wig in the end is what makes this episode actually pleasant. Like Sleuth or Consequences, if the one who's being teased isn't affected by the teasing, let alone doesn't even notice it, then why should I bothered?

2. Earworm

Why it's hated: Annoyances

Why I like it: This episode has really good storytelling. The transition from Spongebob simply enjoying a song to going insane is smooth and well-done. I also liked how most of the main cast is involved in helping Spongebob too and the resolution is actually really clever. Also, about the song, which seems to be most people's annoyances, I actually didn't mind it since its mean to parody those annoying catchy songs that get stuck in our heads. Speaking of which, I really like how the concept of this episode is relatable. We've all been through this before...

3. Face Freeze

Why it's hated: Rip-off of Hooky, disturbing imagery

Why I like it: I didn't think this episode was a ripoff of Hooky. There were enough different story elements to make this feel like its own thing. This is a classic tale of characters getting warned about something, they do said thing, and then getting the appropriate comeuppance. If there's one thing I will agree on, it's that yes, the imagery is disturbing (the faces), but hey, nothing will ever beat the face from WhoBob WhatPants (I would call it its actual name, but it's far too long and I'm lazy, so...).

4. House Fancy

Why it's hated: You know why...

Why I like it: Despite the... "you know what" scene, I actually really like everything else. This episode was packed full of jokes that worked for me, like the introduction of Squilliam's house and the toilet coming to life. The resolution also made sense too. You probably already know my thoughts on the whole "let one scene ruin the entire thing" thing, so I won't dwell on this too much.

5. Eek! An Urchin!

Why it's hated: A supposedly "sexual" scene

Why I like it: Oh come on! Don't you think you're being a bit ridiculous with this? I saw it more as cartoonish love and not anything sexual harassment-ish. I think people are just dirty-minded. Anyway, the concept of this episode was really great. I liked the idea of having urchins replace cockroaches and this taking place in the Krusty Krab made lots of sense.

6. Funny Pants

Why it's hated: Annoyances, the ending

Why I like it: This episode had a decent story. Say what you will about Spongebob's laughing here, but you can't deny that it is very important to the story and it kickstarts it very well. This episode also had a lot of good jokes as well. The whole gag props scene was just so over-the-top, it got a laugh out of me. As for the ending... that's the only reason I can see why this episode is so hated. The last section really left this episode on a bad note, especially because the storytelling up this point was decent. Squidward's punishment was unneccessary and it was so harsh at that. Other than that, this was a decent episode with some okay jokes.

7. Squidward the Unfriendly Ghost

Why it's hated: ...for being boring?

Why I like it: IDK why this episode is disliked by pre-movie Spongebob fans. I just can't understand what makes this episode dislikable. This episode was hilarious to me. My favorite joke has to be from the scene where the two are feeding Squidward.

"One watermelon fresh from the manure fields, your spookiness."

Also, the is joke...

"AH! You're... bald?!" "No I'm not bald! I'm alive!"

8. That's No Lady

Why it's hated: Disturbing plot, not being memorable

Why I like it: This episode is how you do an uncomfortable joke like this correctly. Seeing Mr. Krabs and Squidward go gaga over "Patricia" was funny to me, and the ending where Patrick reveals himself and Squidward's reaction to it was golden. I also thought the twist ending was kind of clever, even if it was given away at the very start.

9. Rule of Dumb

Why it's hated: Patrick's role

Why I like it: The ending where Patrick realizes he's become a monster all by himself and is willing to give up all of his power because of that was well-done and it made it seem genuine rather than forced... *cough*PorousPockets*cough*. I also saw it as the crown controlling him rather than Patrick's maliciousness.

10. The Card

Why it's hated: Patrick's one line

Why I like it: So let me get this straight... this...

"I like to mix it up. Keep you on your toes" is bad? But this...

"Don't you have to be stupid somewhere else?" "Not until four..." (from I Had an Accident) is going to get a pass? But in all seriousness, I didn't think most of this episode was bad. It was just meh to me. The jokes were alright and the story was ok.

11. Krabby Land

Why it's hated: Mr. Krabs' role

Why I like it: Mr. Krabs is unlikable... like, really unlikable... but he does get his comeuppance and it is satisfying to watch. Mr. Krabs gets beat up by the children and then watches as his money is returned to the children as he's forced to go through the same torment that Spongebob went through trying to entertain the kids. Not to mention the "Krabby the Klown" reveal was so well-timed and well-executed, it was genuinely funny. I also like the amount of self-aware jokes of Mr. Krabs' cheapness.

12. Greasy Buffoons

Why it's hated: gross-out

Why I like it: The message of not eating too much bad food is well-taught here. I also like the mature decision Spongebob makes in actually called the health inspector. It makes sense for him. Not really much else to say here other than good storytelling and a good message.

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