SpongeBob SquarePants

In the episode, Plankton tells his grandma that he owns the Krusty Krab. When she arrives for a visit, he must keep the lie alive, making sure his story stays convincing throughout her stay. The ruse forces him to juggle his usual scheming with the pressure of impressing his family.

Grandmum's the Word is an episode of a television programme. It falls within the genre of an episode, presenting a self‑contained story that centres on a single narrative thread. The title hints at a focus on a grandmother figure and the importance of spoken communication within the plot. It offers a brief glimpse into the characters' interactions, typical of the series' episodic format. In this installment, the character Plankton claims to his grandmother that he is the proprietor of the Krusty Krab. This assertion forms the crux of the episode, establishing a falsehood that Plankton must uphold. The lie is introduced early, setting the stage for the ensuing events. It becomes the central premise that drives the comedic tension throughout the short narrative. The deception creates a situation where Plankton must continuously act as though he runs the restaurant. He's compelled to maintain the pretense, ensuring that every detail aligns with his claim. This pressure drives his actions throughout the episode, as he navigates the challenges of sustaining the story. His attempts to keep the façade believable add a layer of urgency to each interaction. When his grandmother arrives for a visit, the stakes rise further. Plankton is forced to keep the fabrication intact in her presence, reinforcing the false narrative at every opportunity. The episode follows his attempts to preserve the illusion, highlighting the lengths he will go to protect the lie while his grandmother is around.