Directed by Derek Drymon and written by Pam Brady and Matt Lieberman, this animated feature film for family audiences will be released in theaters on December 24, 2025. The film, produced in the United States and originally titled The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants, features Tom Kenny, Clancy Brown, and Rodger Bumpass in the original version. The French voices include Sébastien Desjours, Boris Rehlinger, Éric Antoine, Natoo, and Marine.
SpongeBob wants to prove to Mr. Krabs that he is capable of being a true adventurer. He leaves Bikini Bottom to search for the Flying Dutchman, a feared ghost pirate of the deep. The expedition takes Bob, Patrick, Sandy, and Carlo on a series of maritime adventures punctuated by unexpected events and encounters.
The group sails into uncharted territory where they encounter storms, creatures, and mysterious relics. Their journey highlights the unity of the group and their ability to get themselves out of the most bizarre situations.
According to information provided by the distributor, Sébastien Desjours reprises his role as the voice of SpongeBob. Boris Rehlinger voices Patrick. Éric Antoine lends his voice to the Flying Dutchman. Natoo plays Barb, the pirate's assistant. Marine plays a character from the amusement park. Derek Drymon directs the film, which has a running time of 1 hour and 29 minutes.
The production retains the franchise's usual aesthetic, adding new maritime environments and sequences focused on the group's progress. The film is aimed at a family audience accustomed to humorous stories and light-hearted animated worlds.
SpongeBob SquarePants – The Movie: One for All, All Pirates!
Film | 2025
In theaters on December 24, 2025
Animation | Runtime: 1h29
Directed by Derek Drymon | Featuring Tom Kenny, Clancy Brown, Rodger Bumpass
Original title: The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants
Country: United States
This adventure brings together the series' iconic characters in a story centered on exploration, humor, and teamwork.
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