The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants.

Name: The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants
Genre: Animation, Family, Comedy, Adventure
Released: 2025-12-19
Duration: 88 min
Cast: Tommy Kenny, Clancy Brown, Mark Hamill, Bill Fagerbakke, Rodger Bumpass

Bravery goes beyond Bikini Bottom.

SpongeBob wants to prove he is ready for a bigger adventure, but accidentally calls forth the Flying Dutchman. His journey beyond familiar waters tests what being brave really means as his friends become part of the trouble.

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Why it’s a little special

SpongeBob's eagerness puts an understandable wish to grow up inside a wildly silly sea adventure. The ghostly voyage gives the familiar comic world a different scale.

BEFORE YOU PRESS PLAY

Know the story.
Know your little people.

Parental guidance suggested

US film rating

Ghosts, supernatural threats, frightening situations, cartoon action, and gross-out humor. The spooky imagery may be stronger than some television episodes.

Our notes are a starting point, not an age recommendation. G and PG films can still include intense moments. You know your family best.

BEHIND THE SCENES

The little details.

Directed by: Derek Drymon
Starring: Tommy Kenny, Clancy Brown, Mark Hamill, Bill Fagerbakke, Rodger Bumpass, Carolyn Lawrence, Mr. Lawrence, Regina Hall, George Lopez, Ice Spice, Arturo Castro, Sherry Cola
Release date: December 19, 2025
Runtime: 88 minutes
Genre: Animation, Family, Comedy, Adventure
Studio: Paramount Pictures
Language: English