
A square yellow sponge named SpongeBob SquarePants lives in a pineapple with his pet snail, Gary, in the city of Bikini Bottom on the floor of the Pacific Ocean. He works as a fry cook at the Krusty Krab. During his time off, SpongeBob has a knack for attracting trouble with his starfish best friend, Patrick. Arrogant octopus Squidward Tentacles, SpongeBob's neighbor, dislikes SpongeBob because of his childlike behavior.

SpongeBob applies for a job as a fry cook at Krusty Krab; Squidward's lawn; SpongeBob meets Sandy Cheeks.

When SpongeBob and Pat sell candy bars door to door, they end up buying more than they sell; superheroes visit.

Patrick's big sister Samantha comes for a visit.

SpongeBob shrinks Bikini Bottom with Mermaid Man's utility belt; Ms. Puff imagines going to jail for SpongeBob.