Ep 1. iStart Over

iCarly is a popular Nickelodeon show that follows the adventures of three best friends: Carly Shay, Sam Puckett, and Freddie Benson, as they create and host their own web show, also called iCarly.

In the first episode of the show's first season, entitled "iStart Over," we find Carly and her best friend Sam in the midst of a disagreement. As it is revealed, Sam has been sneaking in to Carly's apartment while she is away and using her apartment for hosting unauthorized parties where she charges admission fees.

When Carly finds out about these unauthorized parties from her neighbor, she is understandably upset. The two best friends have a heated argument and Sam leaves in a huff, claiming that she doesn't need Carly. The animosity between the two best friends continues to simmer until it comes to a head during their broadcast of iCarly.

During iCarly's live webcast, Carly and Sam continue to bicker until they finally decide to officially end their friendship. As a result, Carly resolves to take a hiatus from iCarly while she sorts out her feelings about her former best friend.

Freddie, Carly's other best friend and the technical wizard behind the iCarly web show, is left to try and keep the show afloat without Carly's help. However, without Carly's bubbly personality and creative vision, Freddie struggles to create content that captures the audience's attention.

As time passes, Carly begins to realize how much she misses her creative outlet and her two best friends. She finally makes the decision to reach out to Sam and try to reconcile their friendship. Fortunately, Sam agrees to work things out with Carly, and the two best friends make up.

In the end, Carly returns to hosting the iCarly web show with renewed energy and a clearer perspective on the importance of her friendships. The show ends with the three best friends reunited and working together to create fun and engaging content for their fans.

Overall, the first episode of iCarly's first season provides a glimpse into the hilarious world of Carly, Sam, and Freddie as they navigate the ups and downs of their teenage years while trying to make a name for themselves in the digital world. With lovable characters, witty humor, and engaging storylines, iCarly quickly became a fan favorite and has remained a beloved TV show for years to come.