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The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge on the Run
2020
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The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge on the Run
Positive Reviews
38
Negative reviews
22
Average Rating
3.0
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2.5
Just dont expect anything groundbreakingalthough this is the first of these films to be produced entirely through CGI, so at least theres a visual sli ..
Rogerebert
3.0
Every time Gary isnt onscreen the audience cant help but ask themselves, Wheres Gary And when Gary shows up, youre left wondering how you ever survive ..
Indie Wire
4.5
Its a simple plot, but the movie vaults over the humdrum wheel spinning quality that has come to define too much studio animation.
Variety
1.9
If the SpongeBob franchise has finally gone on the run, it seems like its left the audience that matters most in the dust.
1.5
Watching one of these movies is like having a vision of Cthulhu; you walk away from the experience a changed person, possibly raving about the apocaly ..
Vulture
4.5
Those fundamental traits inform this infectious third feature spinoff, its heart matched by its loopy anarchic spirit.
The Hollywood Reporter
4.5
Sweet, silly, with that profoundly bizarre world view that makes a snail trail gag open to everyone for a laugh, this may not change SpongeBob forever ..
1.5
Sponge on the Run may take us back under the sea, but this sponge is all dried up.
The New York Times
4.5
From Garys snail slime coming across as tangible goop to scratches in Sandy Cheeks breathing dome, the movie doesnt aim to overwhelm audiences with ov ..
Paste Magazine
4.5
Matt Berry proves another stellar addition to the SpongeBob universe.
IGN
1.5
This acknowledgement of the real life anti aging powers of the creatures excretions is the films closest thing to science.)
3.5
Thats right, the goofily good natured oceanic creature is back with THE SPONGEBOB MOVIE: SPONGE ON THE RUN.
JoBlo
3.0
Its meant to be explosive fun, but the second sequel is unnervingly inert at times, and corporate interests to keep the brand alive well into the futu ..
Blu Ray
2.5
Something eventually, though, starts to feel a bit off about this semi reboot of the material, and thats a feeling even the barely initiated can sense ..
Mark Reviews Movies
4.5
This thoughtful homage to SpongeBob creator, Stephen Hillenberg (who passed in 2018), is, like its predecessors, a goofy and wicked fun time.
1.5
While Sponge on the Run has its moments and is pretty to look at, way too much time is spent on flashbacks pushing spin off Kamp Koral. Keanu Reeves d ..
You Tube
1.5
Unfortunately, the film didnt feel like it really had a story. It felt like a series of sketches, and most of them werent very funny.
You Tube
3.0
An entertaining diversion. Do not attempt to resist that reaction, for such resistance indeed is futile. (Full Content Review for Parents Violence, Cr ..
Screen It
3.0
When hes snail napped, SpongeBob and Patrick travel to The Lost City of Atlantic City to rescue him.
Shadows On The Wall
0.5
Some of the usual stuff happens: SpongeBob annoys Squidward (Rodger Bumpass), helps Mr. Krabs (Clancy Brown) rack up sales, has moronic and screamingl ..
Decider
4.5
In an era when so many eight minute animated shorts have been bloated beyond proportion when becoming 90 minute movies, Team SpongeBob deserves credit ..
The Wrap
3.5
No, it doesnt have the emotional complexity of the best Pixar movies, like Up or Inside Out.
Az Central
1.5
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Time
4.5
Each get to where theyre going and teach meaningful human lessons along the way.
Detroit News
3.0
But its ultimately more of a franchise play than a creative endeavor.
Consequence Of Sound
2.0
Im so confused, said my 10 year old, reacting to the movies strange distractions and delights while barely hanging onto the throwaway plot.
Now Toronto
2.5
An injection of interesting humor and nostalgia is there, but the story is unable bring it home in the third act.
You Tube
4.0
Paramount Its a formula thats been well honed for more than two decades and Sponge on the Run proves the old adage that if it aint broke, dont fix it.
Digital Spy
3.5
Director Tim Hill (Muppets From Space, The War With Grandpa), also one of the movies three writers, has managed to keep the anarchic spirit of the sho ..
Stuff
4.0
The kiddies may not understand that Spongebob and Patrick are dissecting the tropes of a buddy picture versus a heros journey, but they will enjoy the ..
Killer Movie Reviews
3.0
Sponge on the Run will try the patience of anyone who doesnt find the SpongeBob formula entertaining.
Movie Web
3.5
Plus, the visual overhaul doesnt take away from the vibrant nature the series has established.
We Live Entertainment
1.5
And for everything that doesnt quite work, theres something right beside it that does.
Polygon
3.0
The intentions of Sponge On The Runs writer director, Tim Hill... might be noble. But the result mostly serves as a reminder that SpongeBob SquarePant ..
Film Avclub
4.5
And thats fine, but theres a difference between actually being effectively absurd and running around saying hooooly shit, are you ready for how absurd ..
Alternate Ending
0.0
Each film entrys plot was unapologetically ambitious, but Sponge on the Run feels completely calculated.
Rendy Reviews
3.0
Its hard to put a finger on how, specifically, SpongeBob SquarePants went from a juggernaut of hysterical, nautical nonsense to the sort of manic, for ..
Cultured Vultures
2.0
Resistance is futile. SpongeBob is going to win you over. So settle back to enjoy the ebullient silliness, sweet friendship, origin story, very surpri ..
Movie Mom
4.0
A wonderful homage to its creator and a refreshing story during this time.
3.1
Sponge on the Run is very much a members only affair. Then again, three movies and several hundred TV episodes into a 22 year old franchise, its not u ..
Datebook Sfchronicle
2.0
And when you consider his previous work on a listless live action Garfield sequel and an execrable Alvin and the Chipmunks movie, writer director Tim ..
Mid West Film Journal
1.5
Pretty basic SpongeBob ebb and flow. The animation by director Tim Hill is a top notch rendering...
Cambridge Day
2.0
The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge on the Run creates another memorable undersea adventure where any young tyke who fancies themselves a fan shouldnt be disa ..
The Only Critic
1.5
The move is cute but calculated, something that makes Sponge on the Run even more thin and disposable than it seems at first glance.
The Spool
4.5
To a point, it seems hes pushing the franchise in new directions.
Entertainment Ie
2.5
Worst of all, just when you think this movie cant introduce these characters to us again, it does as little kids at summer camp.
Movie Cricket
1.5
I still dont think there is enough good to recommend the film but its not awful like some other comedy sequels.
rachelsreviews.net
3.5
The plot is all over the place and just doesnt make sense half the time.
Mama's Geeky
2.5
Sponge on the Run is like an old friend youve known for years who shows up to your house after what feels like ages apart, donning a different look th ..
ComicBook.com
1.5
The films plot is, essentially, a warmed over version of the first SpongeBob movie without any of the things or insights that made that film special.
Vanyaland
4.5
The film has its merits but its not necessarily Takahashi, who isnt strong enough to really keep the viewers interest.
Weekend Warrior Blog Tumbl ..
1.5
If youre seriously into SpongeBob, its very familiar. Not a lot new here.
FilmWeek (KPCC - NPR Los A ..
4.5
As the first computer generated imagery (CGI) animated movie in the SpongeBob SquarePants franchise, The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge on the Run is an exub ..
4.5
If youre squeamish, steer clear. If youre into schadenfreude, and mass destruction, dont miss it.
What She Said Radio
3.0
So, is Sponge on the Run worth the wait It doesnt necessarily break the mould, but for Spongebob fans, its definitely a fun diversion from the madness ..
ComicBookMovie.com
3.0
Its Reevess wise, baffling and rather wonderful Sage that steals the movie, and it is his brief performance that gives this some moments of awesomenes ..
Movies 4 Kids
4.5
One of the heirs to Looney Tunes. Witty, slow to hit its stride, but enjoyable nonetheless.
Sound Cloud
2.0
It doesnt help either that the movie feels more like an overlong sketch than a coherent feature.
Casey's Movie Mania
1.5
Even Tom Kenny, the voice of Spongebob since the beginning, doesnt quite sound like himself anymore.
4.5
Its a break from the films glossy CGI visuals that isnt just textured, but visceral.
Flicks
3.5
We dont sit around feeling sorry for ourselves, we get the job done.
Richard Crouse
2.5
This isnt to say that a SpongeBob movie needs to be surprising to win you over.
WhatToWatch
4.5
I always welcome a hit of SpongeBobs particular brand of candy coated insanity.
Critically Ac Claimed
4.5
A charming film that rewards everyone who has grown, laughed, smiled and lived alongside this very special universe.
La Estatuilla
0.5
His face cream treatment, snail slime, has run dry and hes on the search for a new snail.
Hub Pages
4.0
A noticeably kindler and gentler outing for the animated gang as SpongeBob goes on a quest to rescue Gary the Snail.
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