09-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Makers drop ‘The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants' teaser ahead of December premiere
The first official trailer for
The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants
has been released, offering a vibrant dive into the Underworld as SpongeBob sets out to prove his bravery to none other than Mr Krabs.
Plot peek: Face-off with the Flying Dutchman
The teaser shared by the makers promises a mix of classic SpongeBob humour, spooky shipwrecks, and high-stakes hilarity as the porous protagonist plunges into 'uncharted waters' to confront a legendary ghost pirate.
In this adventure, SpongeBob must track down the Flying Dutchman — a ghostly figure who has haunted sea-folk for centuries. Compelled to demonstrate his courage, SpongeBob ventures 'where no sponge has gone before', setting the stage for a terrifying yet comedic journey through the ocean's most dangerous depths.
Cast soaked in star power
The film features the return of fan-favourite voice talents including Tom Kenny as SpongeBob SquarePants, Bill Fagerbakke as Patrick Star, Clancy Brown as Mr Krabs, and Carolyn Lawrence as Sandy Cheeks.
Notably, Mark Hamill lends his voice to the Flying Dutchman, bringing eerie gravitas to the spectral pirate. Also joining the voice cast are George Lopez, Regina Hall, and music artist Ice Spice — adding a splash of comedy, pop culture, and underwater flair.
A holiday splashdown: Release details
The film is set for a theatrical release on December 19 , 2025, making it a festive, family-friendly holiday treat. With vibrant animation and swashbuckling new lore, the teaser hints at a journey filled with heart, haunting laughter, and plenty of jellyfish.
Final words: A return to nautical nonsense
This fourth theatrical SpongeBob outing teases a bold new direction — blending horror-fantasy elements with the series' trademark irreverent charm.
The SpongeBob Movie: Search For SquarePants | Teaser Trailer (2025)
