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SpongeBob Journeys to Underworld in 'Search for SquarePants'

BIKINI BOTTOM, JUL 9 – The fourth SpongeBob theatrical film blends 3D and 2D animation and features Mark Hamill as the Flying Dutchman in a pirate adventure to break a curse.

  • An animated fantasy adventure comedy featuring SpongeBob is scheduled to premiere on December 19, 2025.
  • The film follows SpongeBob and Patrick as they journey to the underworld led by the ghost pirate Flying Dutchman, a recurring antagonist in the series.
  • The movie presents a stylistic shift to 3D CGI animation with scenes mixing animation and live action, including SpongeBob and friends in pirate outfits and unusual land adventures.
  • Mark Hamill voices the Flying Dutchman, with Tom Kenny as SpongeBob and guest stars like George Lopez and Ice Spice lending voices; a trailer released Wednesday showcases key scenes and the catchphrase "I'm ready."
  • This release marks SpongeBob's fourth big-screen feature and the first since 2020's Sponge on the Run, suggesting continued franchise interest and evolution in animation style.
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The new film by SpongeBob, In Search of the Square Pants, today presented his first trailer, in which the yellow character embarks on a journey to the underworld with Patricio Estrella and, apparently, with Plankton, dragged by the Dutch Flyer.

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