The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants will debut in Indian theatres amid a wave of ecstatic early praise, with reviews praising its relentless, hilarious turmoil, rib-tickling delight, and outrageous hilarity.
The big-screen adventure received an 85% rating on Rotten Tomatoes when it released, and critics described it as one of the most joyous movies in the franchise to date.
While some critics describe the picture as "rib-tickling, delightfully frantic" energy—a burst of sheer pleasure that's hard to resist—others believe that viewers are in for "a really good laugh," with unending fun and traditional SpongeBob zaniness.
Additionally, critics are highlighting the film's imaginative visuals and joyful spirit as key components that make this outing a delight for viewers of all ages.
One person wrote, “The SpongeBob Movie: The Search for SquarePants: 3.5 out of 5 stars. Probably the best SpongeBob movie since the original. #SpongeBobMovie.”
The SpongeBob Movie: The Search for SquarePants: ★★★½ out of ★★★★★ Full Review: https://t.co/vOR2J5wrSf Probably the best SpongeBob movie since the original. #SpongeBobMoviepic.twitter.com/Nqnpo57xjy— James Eagan (@RealJamesEagan) December 20, 2025
Another added, “SpongeBob's latest adventure is now showing in UK cinemas, and much more worth your time than the week's *other* big release.”
SpongeBob's latest adventure is now showing in UK cinemas, and much more worth your time than the week's *other* big release. Read my review for #SpongeBobMovie now!@SpongeBob@SpongeBobMovie@ParamountUK@NickelodeonUK@MarkHamillhttps://t.co/UJ43xBBoYPhttps://t.co/zD1qAFFVjm — Jack Martin (@JackMovieBuff) December 21, 2025
A third person tweeted, “The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants is out in theatres today. Familiar, fast, and easy to watch.”
The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants is out in theatres today. Familiar, fast, and easy to watch. My full review is live 👇https://t.co/X1VLBiE6Bb#SpongeBobMovie#SpongeBobSquarepantspic.twitter.com/kVUR6nuqN6— Jon Scarr 🇨🇦🎮 (@4Scarrs_Gaming) December 19, 2025
Another penned, “The SpongeBob Movie: Search For SquarePants (2025) “The #SpongeBobMovie: Search For SquarePants is a delightfully fun, bubbly and hilarious animated movie. It features a brilliant performance from Mark Hamill.”
Review | The SpongeBob Movie: Search For SquarePants (2025) “The #SpongeBobMovie: Search For SquarePants is a delightfully fun, bubbly and hilarious animated movie. It features a brilliant performance from Mark Hamill.” Read our review:⤵️https://t.co/Elk0bRJVth — Future Of The Force (@futureotforce) December 19, 2025
Another tweet reads, “The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants" brings the goofy sponge into a new weird adventure, with more crazed animation, and more SquarePants fun.”
#SpongeBobMovie "The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants" movie review @TMC_iohttps://t.co/d1DWhorB5u "The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants" brings the goofy sponge into a new weird adventure, with more crazed animation, and more SquarePants fun.— Jim McNaughton (@TMC_Jim_Reviews) December 19, 2025
Derek Drymon is the director of the new movie, which is based on Stephen Hillenburg's "SpongeBob SquarePants." Tom Kenny, Clancy Brown, Rodger Bumpass, Bill Fagerbakke, Carolyn Lawrence, Mr. Lawrence, George Lopez, Isis "Ice Spice" Gaston, Arturo Castro, Sherry Cola, Regina Hall, and Mark Hamill are among the voice actors.
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Paramount Pictures’ The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants will hit the Indian theatres on January 2, 2026
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