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: The special was inspired by classic Rankin/Bass stop-motion specials like Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer . Technical Details Original Air Date : December 6, 2000.
: Some databases or fan-led sites might use "S2E37" to refer to other shows. For instance, some lists identify Phineas and Ferb: Christmas Vacation as S2E37 for that series. [S2E37] The Christmas Who
: It includes the iconic song "The Very First Christmas to Me," performed by the cast as they decorate the town. : The special was inspired by classic Rankin/Bass
The special follows SpongeBob as he introduces the concept of Christmas to the citizens of Bikini Bottom after learning about it from Sandy Cheeks. Excited by the prospect of a wish-granting "Santa Claus," the townspeople join SpongeBob in writing letters and preparing for the holiday. However, when Santa fails to appear on Christmas Eve, the town falls into a deep depression, leaving SpongeBob heartbroken. For instance, some lists identify Phineas and Ferb:
: Double-length (approximately 22 minutes), the first of its kind for the series.
In a rare moment of compassion, Squidward—who had spent the episode mocking the holiday—decides to dress up as Santa Claus to cheer SpongeBob up. He ends up giving away everything in his own house as "presents" to maintain the ruse for the rest of the town, eventually receiving a thank-you note from the real Santa.