Release: 2024-10-18
Runtime: 1h 27m (87 minutes)
When Bikini Bottom is scooped from the ocean, scientific squirrel Sandy Cheeks and her pal SpongeBob SquarePants saddle up for Texas to save their town.
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Genres: Adventure, Animation, Comedy, Family
Cast: Clancy Brown, Tom Kenny, Grey DeLisle, more
Clancy Brown
as Mr. Krabs / Clyde / Neighbor #1 / Bottomite #2 / Bottomite Crowd (voice)
Tom Kenny
as SpongeBob / Gary / Sonny / Various (voice)
Grey DeLisle
as Ma Cheeks / Granny Cheeks / Rowdy Cheeks / Rosie Cheeks (voice)
Wanda Sykes
as Sue Nahmee
Bill Fagerbakke
as Patrick / Bottomite #4 / Bottomite Crowd (voice)
Johnny Knoxville
as Randy Cheeks (voice)
Kari Wahlgren
as SeaPals Kid (voice)
Dee Bradley Baker
as Video Voice (voice)
Mary Jo Catlett
as Mrs. Puff (voice)
Craig Robinson
as Pa Cheeks (voice)
Matthew Cardarople
as Kyle
Ilia Isorelýs Paulino
as Phoebe
When Bikini Bottom is scooped from the ocean, scientific squirrel Sandy Cheeks and her pal SpongeBob SquarePants saddle up for Texas to save their town.
Buckle up.
Saving Bikini Bottom: The Sandy Cheeks Movie is a new adventure comedy film that brings back beloved characters from the SpongeBob SquarePants universe. Directed by Liza Johnson, this film is set to premiere on August 2, 2024, exclusively on Netflix. The movie is based on the popular animated TV series created by Stephen Hillenburg and features a mix of CGI animation and live-action.
The story follows Sandy Cheeks and SpongeBob SquarePants as they travel to Texas to save Bikini Bottom from a villainous CEO. The film features the original voice cast, including Tom Kenny as SpongeBob and Carolyn Lawrence as Sandy. New characters are introduced, portrayed by stars like Wanda Sykes and Johnny Knoxville.
The concept for this film first emerged during discussions about another SpongeBob movie in March 2020. This led to the announcement that a series of spin-off films would be produced, with Sandy's movie being highlighted in May 2021. Moniker is set to provide the film's original music.
In a thrilling sequence, the plot begins when Sandy's workplace, the Bureau Of Official Texas Science (B.O.O.T.S.), captures Bikini Bottom and its inhabitants. Sandy and SpongeBob, confused about the intentions of B.O.O.T.S., embark on a mission to bring their underwater home back. However, their journey is complicated by a tornado that disrupts their flight.
As the story unfolds, Sandy discovers that B.O.O.T.S. plans to change the residents of Bikini Bottom into air-breathing creatures and market them as toys. The stakes rise when Sandy's family, who work as a circus, get involved to help her combat the threats posed by the evil CEO, Sue Nahmee.
Throughout the adventure, viewers can expect amusing encounters, such as a car chase and a climactic battle where Sandy's quick thinking and resourcefulness shine. The film highlights themes of friendship, loyalty, and the importance of standing up against wrongdoings.
Upon its release, the film quickly gained popularity, boasting over 12.8 million views in its premiere weekend, making it the most-watched title on Netflix that week. However, it has received mixed reviews from critics, with some praising its humor and creativity while others felt it lacked depth in character development.
Accolades for the film include nominations for various awards, showcasing its artistic achievements in animation and storytelling. Overall, Saving Bikini Bottom: The Sandy Cheeks Movie promises to be an exciting new addition to the SpongeBob franchise, engaging both new viewers and long-time fans alike.
