Where to start, where to start...
This is the first episode of the show, released twenty-two years ago, and features three segments packed into one.
Help Wanted at a brief glimpse looks okay, nothing special, just your average Nickelodeon show, but the true greatness is in the characters, humor, and the writing. All the characters in this episode went on to become some of the most well-known characters in cartoon history. However, I will say Help Wanted is far from the best in the series, but it's still a far cry from the worst. Even in the first episode, the characters have lots of dimension and personality. The episode was a strong premiere for the series.
Now on to Reef Blower, it has a cool concept represented nicely, and as far as I know, it's the only episode in the entire show that has no words, and that's part of the reason why I like it so much. I can already say the animation has gotten better. It has a strange premise of SpongeBob sucking up the ocean, but hey, it's a cartoon! My least favorite out of the three, but still great.
And finally, Tea at the Treedome. This episode has the first appearance of Sandy, a squirrel in a rocket suit, and features SpongeBob having tea with her (hence the title). This is my favorite episode of the bunch because of the story and the introduction to one of the most interesting characters in the show.
Overall, the episode that started it all is enjoyable enough to recommend to any demographic. It set the bar high with its vibrant characters and humorous jokes.
