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The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge Out of Water (2015)

"Making waves in our world."
ThumbScore
πŸ‘ 69%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
🎬 71% (RT: 80%, MC: 62) ℹ️RT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
FamilyComedyAdventureAnimationFantasy

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Director
Paul Tibbitt, Mike Mitchell
Runtime
1h 33m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
6.1/10 (2,499 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
80%
Metacritic
62
Cast
Tom Kenny as SpongeBob / Gary / Agreeable Mob Member / Waffle (voice)
Bill Fagerbakke as Patrick / Male Fish / Eager Customer (voice)
Rodger Bumpass as Doctor / Squidward / Angry Mob Member #2 / Doughnut / Squidasaurus Rex (voice)
Clancy Brown as Mr. Krabs (voice)
Mr. Lawrence as Plankton / Plankton Robot / News Anchor Fish / Mob Member (voice)
Carolyn Lawrence as Sandy (voice)
Antonio Banderas as Burger Beard
Eric Bauza as Seagull (voice)
It's divisive. Only 69% of audiences liked it based on 2,499 votes. Critics agree, scoring it 71%.
Overview
Evil pirate Burger Beard is in search of the final page of a magical book that makes any evil plan he writes in it come true, but the final page happens to be the Krabby Patty secret formula. When Burger Beard endangers Bikini Bottom, SpongeBob, Patrick, Mr. Krabs, Squidward, Sandy, and Plankton must embark on a quest to retrieve the recipe and save their city...a quest that takes them to the surface world and transforms them into superheroes. Wikipedia β†—
Fun Facts
  • The original script for The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge Out of Water was written over a decade before production finally began in 2015.
  • Eagle-eyed viewers have noticed a hidden easter egg referencing Paul Tibbitt, Mike Mitchell's previous film in the background of the opening scene.
  • Before Tom Kenny was cast, several major A-list stars turned down the lead role because they felt the script was too risky.
Audience Consensus

The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge Out of Water is a 2015 family, comedy, adventure film directed by Paul Tibbitt, Mike Mitchell. Evil pirate Burger Beard is in search of the final page of a magical book that makes any evil plan he writes in it come true, but the final page happens to be the Krabby Patty secret formula. When Burger Beard endangers Bikini Bottom, SpongeBob, Patrick, Mr.

Krabs, Squidward, Sandy, and Plankton must embark on a quest to retrieve the recipe and save their city...a quest that takes them to the surface world and transforms them into superheroes. The film has been rated by 2,499 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a family film, The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge Out of Water delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling.

The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences. The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge Out of Water (2015) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape. The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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