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Series Freshness: Jan 18, 2026

SpongeBob Collection

A yellow sea sponge named SpongeBob SquarePants, who enjoys being a cook at Krusty Krab, lives in the Pacific Ocean. He embarks on various adventures with his friends at Bikini Bottom.

4Movies
★ 7.4 Avg Rating

Franchise Evolution & Timeline Analysis

The SpongeBob Collection has evolved significantly over a span of 21 years, growing from a singular narrative into a complex cinematic universe. With 4 interconnected entries, tracking the consistency of the franchise reveals fascinating trends in audience sentiment.

The "Series" Benchmark: 6.8/10

The franchise maintains a steady average rating of 6.8. While most series experience "Sequel Fatigue," SpongeBob Collection has managed to keep its narrative quality relatively stable, with The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge on the Run standing out as the peak cinematic achievement.

Continuity vs. Commercial Appeal

Our data indicates that while the "Release Order" is preferred for first-time viewers, the "Chronological Order" provides a much deeper understanding of the world-building within the SpongeBob Collection. The timeline highlights a clear three-act structure across all chapters.

Timeline & Watch Order

We recommend watching the SpongeBob Collection franchise in the following order to fully experience the narrative expansion.

1
The SpongeBob SquarePants Movie

The SpongeBob SquarePants Movie

2004★ 7.1HIT

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 jus...

2
The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge Out of Water

The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge Out of Water

2015★ 6.1ABOVE AVERAGE

Burger Beard is a pirate who is in search of the final page of a magical book that makes any evil plan he writes in it come true, which happens to be the Krabby...

3
The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge on the Run

The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge on the Run

2020★ 7.4HIT

When his best friend Gary is suddenly snatched away, SpongeBob takes Patrick on a madcap mission far beyond Bikini Bottom to save their pink-shelled pal....

4
The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants

The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants

2025★ 6.5HIT

Desperate to be a big guy, SpongeBob sets out to prove his bravery to Mr. Krabs by following The Flying Dutchman – a mysterious swashbuckling ghost pirate – on ...

Common Questions about SpongeBob Collection

How many movies are in the SpongeBob Collection?

There are currently 4 movies in the SpongeBob Collection, starting from The SpongeBob SquarePants Movie to the latest release, The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants.

What is the best order to watch the SpongeBob Collection?

The best way to watch the SpongeBob Collection is usually in release order: starting with The SpongeBob SquarePants Movie and ending with The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants. Check our timeline for the full chronological breakdown.

Which is the highest-rated movie in the SpongeBob Collection?

According to movieMx ratings, the fans have a strong preference for The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge on the Run in this franchise.