Short answer: SpongeBob SquarePants has not ended. As of late 2025, the show is ongoing, with new seasons and related media continuing to release. Context and details:
- The core series has run since 1999 and remains active, with ongoing seasons and episodes beyond 2025. This has included recent season activity and additional content in the SpongeBob universe, such as films and spin-offs, indicating the franchise is far from concluded.
- Reports and discussions in 2024–2025 reflect fan speculation about an end, but credible sources and official statements indicate Nickelodeon continues to support the IP, and there is no announced final episode or definitive conclusion to the main series as of 2025.
- There is occasional confusion caused by misdated “final episode” rumors or outdated search results, but these are generally due to search indexing artifacts or misinterpretations, not a real end to the series.
What to watch for to confirm ongoing status:
- New season premieres or official press releases from Nickelodeon or the show's producers signaling renewal.
- Announcements of new SpongeBob projects (films, streaming specials, or spin-offs) tied to the main franchise, which typically accompany ongoing series activity.
- Current episode counts and season listings on reliable encyclopedic or network pages updated in 2025–2026.
If you’d like, I can pull the latest official announcements or provide a current episode/season count as of today.