After making waves in theaters, SpongeBob is diving straight into streaming.
Paramount+ has announced that The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants will begin streaming on February 17, bringing the franchise’s latest big-screen adventure home to subscribers.
For fans of the endlessly optimistic fry cook, it’s another milestone in a legacy that has stretched over two decades.
A Bigger, Bolder Ocean Adventure
This fourth theatrical outing sees SpongeBob setting off on his most daring quest yet. Determined to prove his bravery to Mr. Krabs, he finds himself face-to-face with the legendary Flying Dutchman — the mischievous ghost pirate who sends him on a high-seas journey far beyond Bikini Bottom.
The story blends classic slapstick comedy with larger-scale adventure, expanding the underwater universe while keeping the series’ signature absurd humor intact.
Directed by longtime franchise veteran Derek Drymon, the film maintains the fast-paced energy that longtime viewers expect.
The Iconic Voices Return
The core voice cast is back, led by Tom Kenny as SpongeBob. Joining him are franchise staples including Clancy Brown, Rodger Bumpass, Bill Fagerbakke, Carolyn Lawrence, and Mr. Lawrence.
The film also features an expanded lineup of guest voices, including George Lopez, Ice Spice, Arturo Castro, Sherry Cola, as well as Regina Hall and Mark Hamill.
That mix of longtime regulars and new additions gives the film both nostalgia and fresh energy.
Strong Reviews & Franchise Power
Following its theatrical release, Search for SquarePants earned strong reviews and currently holds a Certified Fresh rating on Rotten Tomatoes — a solid achievement for a franchise already packed with cultural impact.
The streaming debut further strengthens Paramount+’s SpongeBob catalog, which includes all 15 seasons of the original SpongeBob SquarePants, as well as spin-offs like The Patrick Star Show and Kamp Koral: SpongeBob’s Under Years.
Final Words
From a pineapple under the sea to a multi-platform franchise powerhouse, SpongeBob continues to prove that he’s anything but square.
With its streaming arrival on Paramount+, Search for SquarePants ensures that fans — old and new — can jump back into Bikini Bottom whenever they like. And if history is any guide, this sponge isn’t slowing down anytime soon.
