‘The Simpsons’ vs ‘SpongeBob’: What Never-Ending Show Is Better?
Two giants, endless episodes and one burning question: which show deserves your time the most? Let's figure it out together.
The staying power of The Simpsons and SpongeBob SquarePants is simply unmatched. While most series come and go, these two titans have stood the test of time. However, longevity alone doesn't always determine quality.
Let's take a closer look at both of these shows and see how they stack up against each other.
‘The Simpsons’ vs ‘SpongeBob’: The Battle for Viewers
When it comes to viewership, these shows play in slightly different leagues.
The main difference: The Simpsons usually appeals to an older audience. Meanwhile, SpongeBob has been loved by kids, their parents, and adults who don't even have children.
Yes, but: The Simpsons has managed to snag more prime-time awards and critical acclaim, making it a clear winner in this category.
Both of these shows have been dominating merchandise sales among their respective audiences. Seriously, SpongeBob and Homer are plastered on everything from backpacks to headphones.
‘The Simpsons’ vs ‘SpongeBob’: Approach in Storytelling
The Simpsons usually goes for satire and social commentary, reflecting on real-world issues (no wonder they've predicted so much stuff).
SpongeBob, on the other hand, embraces pure absurdist humor. The show thrives on its wacky logic. It's completely bonkers, and that's exactly why people love it.
No clear winner: both work amazingly well for their target audience.
‘The Simpsons’ vs ‘SpongeBob’: Quality Through the Years
Both shows have had their ups and downs. The Simpsons' golden age is often considered some of the best TV ever made. SpongeBob's early seasons were pure gold too.
However, maintaining quality for decades is tough. Both shows have faced criticism for not being as sharp as they used to be.
Our take on the winner: SpongeBob. Though it has faced negative feedback regarding its deteriorating quality, it is nothing compared to the criticism that The Simpsons received.
‘The Simpsons’ vs ‘SpongeBob’: Fans Have Spoken
Well, it seems like we have a tie right now. So let's look at what fans are saying about these shows.
“I'd argue SpongeBob for one reason. They both do the thing where no matter what happened during the episode, things return to the status quo. It's less common now, and I've always found it frustrating watching The Simpsons and seeing certain things never change,” Redditor RamenNoodleNoose said.
“I guess I’m going to go with The Simpsons. I find new episodes to be boring, but that’s typically it’s only crime. While newer SpongeBob episodes went from being meh to being actively annoying to me,” Redditor freeashavacado wrote
