The SpongeBob SquarePants Movie (2004)

There's trouble brewing in Bikini Bottom. Someone has stolen King Neptune's crown, and it looks like Mr. Krab, SpongeBob's boss, is the culprit. Though he's just been passed over for the promotion of his dreams, SpongeBob stands by his boss, and along with his best pal Patrick, sets out on a treacherous mission to Shell City to reclaim the crown and save Mr. Krab's life.

Genres: Adventure, Animation, Comedy, Family, Fantasy

What to watch after The SpongeBob SquarePants Movie

• Phineas and Ferb the Movie: Across the 2nd Dimension (2011) — Same feel: whimsical, fun
• Phineas and Ferb the Movie: Candace Against the Universe (2020) — Two steps away in the credits
• Regular Show: The Movie (2015) — Same feel: whimsical, fun
• The Super Mario Bros. Movie (2023) — Same subject: villain
• Muppet Treasure Island (1996)
• Steven Universe: The Movie (2019) — Two steps away in the credits