The SpongeBob SquarePants Movie ***
Cast (voices): Tom Kenny, Alec Baldwin, Rodger Bumpass, Mr. Lawrence, Bill Fagerbakke, Carolyn Lawrence, Scarlett Johansson
Directors: Stephen Hillenburg, Sherm Cohen, Mark Osborne
Running Length: 1:30
MPAA Classification: PG

SpongeBob finally hits the big screen in this highly enjoyable story. When SpongeBob is passed over for a promotion to manager of the Krusty Krab II, things start to go bad for the gang. When King Neptune's crown disappears, and Mr. Krabs is framed all looks dark for Bikini Bottom. Everyone's favorite sponge, SpongeBob SquarePants (Kenny) must embark upon a quest to find King Neptune's crown, save Mr. Krabs, and defeat Plankton's evil plan for world domination. That sounds like a lot of work for a simple sponge, but he is aided by his sidekick, Patrick Star (Fagerbakke).

If you like the television show, you will not be disappointed by this big screen adventure. SpongeBob comes to life with bright, vivid colors and a story that will provide laughs for both children and adults alike. There is a mix of animation and live action sequences, and they work well together and fit the story perfectly. "The SpongeBob SquarePants" is as good as any animated movie currently in theaters, and is well worth checking out.