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  • The SpongeBob Movie: Search For SquarePants is set to premiere on December 19, 2025.
  • The main voice cast from the TV series is expected to return for the new movie.
  • The movie will see SpongeBob SquarePants leaving Bikini Bottom to visit the deep ocean and confront the Flying Dutchman.

The adventures of SpongeBob SquarePants continue not only on TV but also on the big screen, with Nickelodeon Animation and Paramount setting the release date The SpongeBob Movie: Search For SquarePants. Created by Stephen Hillenburg, SpongeBob SquarePants premiered in 1999 and has been unstoppable ever since, with over 10 seasons and branching out to other media, creating a franchise. SpongeBob always gets involved in all types of trouble around town, and he’s accompanied by his best friends Patrick Star and Sandy Cheeks, his neighbor Squidward Tentacles, and his greedy boss Mr. Krabs.

SpongeBob’s first big-screen adventure, simply titled The SpongeBob SquarePants Movie, was released in 2004. While that was initially planned to be the series finale, its success made way for two more movies: The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge Out of Water and The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge on the Run. Now, Paramount has announced a fourth movie, and it seems that SpongeBob's "nautical nonsense" is far from over. Though it won't be here for a while, The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants is already shaping up to be another exciting installment in the beloved family-friendly series.

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A Release Date Is Announced

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Months after the movie was part of a massive shuffling of release dates, the latest news confirms a specific premiere date for The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants. Though the news was somewhat overshadowed by other major announcements at 2024's CinemaCon, The Hollywood Reporter announced via X (formerly Twitter), that the latest SpongeBob adventure would arrive on December 19, 2025. Little is known about the movie, but a concrete release date suggests that work is finally progressing on the sure-fire family hit.

The SpongeBob Movie: Search For SquarePants Release Date

SpongeBob Returns In December 2025

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SpongeBob should have no problem drawing a crowd, regardless of the season.

Though the movie was originally supposed to arrive during the summer months of 2025, The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants was one of many films that saw its release date moved by Paramount. Now, instead of being a summer blockbuster, the next SpongeBob movie is slated to arrive on December 19, 2025, making it more of a Christmastime release. How that will affect the movie is unclear, but SpongeBob should have no problem drawing a crowd, regardless of the season.

The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge on the Run is available to stream on Paramount+.

The SpongeBob Movie: Search For SquarePants Cast

The Familiar Voice Cast Is Expected

While no official cast list has been revealed yet for The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants, it can be reasonably assumed that the main voice cast from the TV series will be back, since they have reprised their roles in every movie so far. Veterans like Tom Kenny as SpongeBob and Bill Fagerbakke as Patrick are all-but guaranteed to return, and they will likely be joined by some newcomers who will play various new characters. However, until more details are revealed, it's impossible to say who that could be.

With that in mind, the following actors should be expected back, including:

Actor

SpongeBob Role

Tom Kenny

SpongeBob SquarePants

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Bill Fagerbakke

Patrick Star

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Rodger Bumpass

Squidward Tentacles

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Clancy Brown

Mr. Krabs

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Carolyn Lawrence

Sandy Cheeks

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Brian Doyle-Murray

The Flying Dutchman

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Mr. Lawrence

Plankton/Larry The Lobster

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The SpongeBob Movie: Search For SquarePants Story Details

SpongeBob Encounters His Old Adversary, The Flying Dutchman

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According to the film's official IMDb page, The SpongeBob Movie: Search For SquarePants will see the familiar yellow fry-cook depart the friendly confines of Bikini Bottom and visit the deep ocean. Though few other details have been revealed, it is now clear that SpongeBob will have to face off with the dreaded Flying Dutchman, who has been a popular supporting character in the series for years. How the ghostly figure fits into the story is unclear, but Paramount will likely be more forthcoming with details soon.

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SpongeBob SquarePants (TV Series 1999-Present)

Family

Animation

Comedy

Spongebob Squarepants is an animated comedy created by Stephen Hillenburg and starring voices from Tom Kenny, Bill Fagerbakke, and Rodger Bumpass. The series revolves around a sea sponge that goes on many misadventures with his friends Patrick, Squidward, and Sandy Cheeks in the lands of Bikini Bottom and the surrounding sea.

Cast
Tom Kenny , Carlos Alazraqui , Paul Tibbitt , Dee Bradley Baker , Rodger Bumpass , Jill Talley , Tim Conway , Sara Paxton , Mark Fite , Clancy Brown , Mary Jo Catlett , Tom Wilson , Sirena Irwin , Bill Fagerbakke , Lori Alan , Ernest Borgnine , Mr. Lawrence , Carolyn Lawrence

Release Date
May 1, 1999

Seasons
13
Network
Funimation
Streaming Service(s)
Paramount+

Franchise(s)
SpongeBob SquarePants

Writers
Tim Hill

Directors
Derek Drymon

Showrunner
Derek Drymon
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  • SpongeBob SquarePants

    Cast:
    Tom Kenny, Bill Fagerbakke, Rodger Bumpass, Clancy Brown, Carlos Alazraqui, Paul Tibbitt, Dee Bradley Baker, Jill Talley, Tim Conway, Sara Paxton, Mark Fite, Mary Jo Catlett, Tom Wilson, Sirena Irwin, Lori Alan, Ernest Borgnine, Mr. Lawrence, Carolyn Lawrence

    Release Date:
    1999-05-01

    Seasons:
    14

    Genres:
    Comedy, Family, Animation

    Story By:
    Stephen Hillenburg

    Writers:
    Tim Hill, Stephen Hillenburg, Derek Drymon, Nick Jennings

    Network:
    Nickelodeon

    Franchise(s):
    SpongeBob SquarePants

    Directors:
    Vincent Waller, Dave Cunningham, Stephen Hillenburg, Paul Tibbitt

    Showrunner:
    Vincent Waller, Marc Ceccarelli
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The SpongeBob Movie: Search For SquarePants is set to premiere on December 19, 2025. The main voice cast from the TV series is expected to return for the new movie, with a few new additions as well. The movie will see SpongeBob SquarePants

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leaving Bikini Bottom to visit the deep ocean and confront the Flying Dutchman.

Is there a new SpongeBob movie coming out in 2025? ›

In July, Mark Hamill revealed that he would be voicing The Flying Dutchman, replacing long-time voice actor Brian Doyle-Murray. Pam Brady and Lisa Stewart would serve as producers. It is set to be released in theaters on December 19, 2025.

What happened to the 4th SpongeBob movie? ›

First, the fourth SpongeBob movie is titled “The SpongeBob Movie: Search for Squarepants,” and it will open in theaters on May 23, 2025.

Is the SpongeBob movie the finale? ›

The film was originally intended to serve as the series finale, but Nickelodeon ordered more episodes of the series as it had become increasingly profitable, so Hillenburg resigned as showrunner, with Tibbitt taking his place.

Who voices Dennis in SpongeBob? ›

The SpongeBob SquarePants Movie (2004) - Alec Baldwin as Dennis - IMDb.

Is there a new SpongeBob movie in 2024? ›

Saving Bikini Bottom: The Sandy Cheeks Movie is a 2024 American adventure comedy film based on the animated television series SpongeBob SquarePants, created by Stephen Hillenburg.

How old is SpongeBob 2025? ›

The SpongeBob SquarePants series will become 26 years old. The Patrick Star Show will become 4 years old. The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants will release in theaters in France.

Has SpongeBob ended yet? ›

SpongeBob is not canceled. Even though it ran very long and Stephen Hillenburg passed away, the show will never be canceled.

How old is Squidward in season 1? ›

Squidward is about 26–30 years old.

When did Stephen Hillenburg leave SpongeBob? ›

Departure. In 2002, Hillenburg halted production of the show after the third season was completed to focus on the making of The SpongeBob SquarePants Movie which was released in 2004: "I don't want to try and do a movie and the series at the same time.

What year was SpongeBob born? ›

SpongeBob SquarePants was born on July 14, 1986 to Margaret and Harold SquarePants. He lives in a large pineapple-shaped house with his pet sea snail Gary. The house is beside Squidward's house (a moai) and is also near Patrick's house (a rock).

Did SpongeBob end in 2024? ›

Hit animated series SpongeBob SquarePants has been renewed by Nickelodeon for Season 15. Celebrating its 25th anniversary in 2024, the new season will consist of 26 episodes.

Who does Plankton's voice? ›

Lawrence. Although best known as the voice of Sheldon Plankton in the animated television hit "SpongeBob SquarePants," voice actor, comedian, writer and director Mr. Lawrence got his start in stand-up comedy.

Who did Johnny Depp voice in SpongeBob? ›

In addition to the regular cast, American actor and musician Johnny Depp guest starred in the episode as the voice of Jack Kahuna Laguna, a surf guru that taught SpongeBob how to surf.

Who voiced Sandy Cheeks? ›

Actress Carolyn Lawrence provides the voice of Sandy Cheeks. The voice of Sandy Cheeks is provided by Carolyn Lawrence. Lawrence got the role of Sandy when she was in Los Angeles at Los Feliz. She met Donna Grillo, a casting director, on a sidewalk.

What Nickelodeon movies are coming out in 2025? ›

Their upcoming slate of films includes The Smurfs Movie on February 14, 2025, The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants on December 19, 2025, Plankton: The Movie in 2025, Aang: The Last Airbender on January 20, 2026, an untitled sequel to PAW Patrol: The Mighty Movie on July 31, 2026, and an untitled sequel to ...

What will be the next SpongeBob movie? ›

The SpongeBob Movie: Search For SquarePants is set to premiere on December 19, 2025. The main voice cast from the TV series is expected to return for the new movie, with a few new additions as well.

What year SpongeBob will end? ›

No. SpongeBob is not canceled. Even though it ran very long and Stephen Hillenburg passed away, the show will never be canceled. Ah, the endearing sponge from Bikini Bottom!

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