: A high-stakes mystery episode set on a runaway train, often ranked among the season's top-tier entries. Notable Guest Stars
Season 7 continued the tradition of bringing in high-profile voice talent: SpongeBob SquarePants - Season 7
: Controversial for its "moral" that crying solves everything after SpongeBob is physically trapped in his own laundry wringer. : A high-stakes mystery episode set on a
: A fan-favorite concept where SpongeBob buys an "abrasive" second skin to help him learn how to say no to people. SpongeBob SquarePants - Season 7
: Criticized for SpongeBob’s uncharacteristic obliviousness toward Gary's safety.
: Voiced Plankton’s grandmother in " Gramma's Secret Recipe ". Infamous Episodes
The season is also known for a subset of episodes that generated significant fan backlash due to mean-spirited humor or "character assassination":