#FIRSTLOOK: PARAMOUNT PICTURES 2025 CINEMACON PRESENTATION HIGHLIGHTS & CINEMACON BIG SCREEN ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS

PARAMOUNT PICTURES BROUGHT THE STAR POWER AT THEIR 2025 CINEMACON PRESENTATION YESTERDAY!

IN ATTENDANCE WERE:

STAR/PRODUCER TOM CRUISE AND DIRECTOR/WRITER/PRODUCER CHRISTOPHER McQUARRIE FROM MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE – THE FINAL RECKONING

CHANNING TATUM FROM ROOFMAN

GLEN POWELL, COLMAN DOMINGO, JOSH BROLIN, DIRECTOR/PRODUCER EDGAR WRIGHT, PRODUCER SIMON KINBERG and PRODUCER NIRA PARK FROM THE RUNNING MAN

MARK HAMILL and TOM KENNY FROM THE SPONGEBOB MOVIE: SEARCH FOR SQUAREPANTS

ALSO IN ATTENDANCE:

BRIAN ROBBINS, CO-CEO OF PARAMOUNT GLOBAL; PRESIDENT AND CEO OF PARAMOUNT PICTURES

CHRIS ARONSON, PRESIDENT OF DOMESTIC THEATRICAL DISTRIBUTION, PARAMOUNT PICTURES

RAMSEY NAITO, PRESIDENT OF PARAMOUNT ANIMATION

ALSO RECEIVING HONOURS AT THE CINEMACON BIG SCREEN ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS:

GLEN POWELL RECEIVES CINEMACON® STAR OF THE YEAR AWARD

CHANNING TATUM RECEIVES CINEMACON® DISTINGUISHED DECADE OF ACHIEVEMENT IN FILM AWARD

MARK HAMILL RECEIVES CINEMACON® ICON AWARD

#FIRSTLOOK: “PLANKTON: THE MOVIE” TRAILER

PLANKTON: THE MOVIE arrives March 7, 2025 on Netflix! See the new Trailer for this new Feature centering on Plankton, from the world of SpongeBob!

DIRECTOR: Dave Needham
EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Marc Ceccarelli, Vincent Waller
STORY BY: Mr. Lawrence
SCREENPLAY BY: Mr. Lawrence & Kaz and Mr. Lawrence & Chris Viscardi
Based on the Series “SpongeBob SquarePants” Created by Stephen Hillenburg
VOICE CAST: Mr. Lawrence, Jill Talley, Tom Kenny, Bill Fagerbakke, Carolyn Lawrence, Clancy Brown, Rodger Bumpass
MUSIC BY: Mahuia Bridgman-Cooper
MUSIC SUPERVISORS: Karyn Rachtman, Otis Rachtman
ORIGINAL SONGS: Bret McKenzie, Linda Perry, Mark Mothersbaugh & Bob Mothersbaugh

Logline:
Plankton’s world is flipped upside down when his plan for world domination is thwarted.

#FIRSTLOOK: “SPONGEBOB SQUAREPANTS PRESENTS THE TIDAL ZONE”

Paramount+ viewers in Canada will soon observe a tale of both comedy and caution, of satire and stupidity, where minds may switch, bodies may shrink, and robots may rise in SpongeBob SquarePants Presents The Tidal Zone, premiering on Saturday, Jan. 14, 2023.

SpongeBob SquarePants Presents The Tidal Zone is a journey into an hour of television where two dimensions can become three, and French divers can wear black ties. Narrated by the French Narrator, the one-hour special encompasses all three animated series within the SpongeBob Universe, SpongeBob SquarePants, The Patrick Star Show, and the Paramount+ original series Kamp Koral: SpongeBob’s Under Years andfollows GrandPat (The Patrick Star Show) as he makes his way through each dimension.  

The special features legendary voice talent Tom Kenny(SpongeBob SquarePants), Bill Fagerbakke(Patrick Star), Jill Talley(Karen, Squidina), Cree Summer (Bunny Star), Tom Wilson (Cecil Star),  Dana Snyder (GrandPat), Clancy Brown (Mr. Krabs), Mr. Lawrence (Plankton), Carolyn Lawrence (Sandy Cheeks) and Rodger Bumpass (Squidward).

Since its launch July 17, 1999, SpongeBob SquarePants has reigned as the most-watched animated series for nearly 20 consecutive years, while generating a universe of beloved characters, pop culture catchphrases and memes, theatrical releases, consumer products, a Tony award-winning Broadway musical and a global fan base. SpongeBob SquarePants is one of the most widely distributed properties in Paramount International history, seen in more than 170 countries, translated in 29+ languages, and averaging more than 100 million total viewers every quarter. SpongeBob SquarePants was created by Stephen Hillenburg and produced by Nickelodeon in Burbank, Calif.  The character-driven cartoon chronicles the nautical and sometimes nonsensical adventures of SpongeBob, an incurable optimist and earnest sea sponge, and his undersea friends.

(Photo/video credit: Paramount+)

#GIVEAWAY: ENTER FOR A CHANCE TO WIN A “SPONGEBOB” 3-MOVIE DVD COLLECTION + FREE DIGITAL DOWNLOADS OF “The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge On The Run”

Paramount Home Entertainment x Mr. Will want to give Readers a chance to win a  SpongeBob 3-Movie DVD Collection! Runners-up will win The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge On The Run Digital Downloads!

Included in the collection below are:

The SpongeBob SquarePants Movie
He’s the wacky underwater star of an ocean full of adventures – he’s SpongeBob SquarePants in his original movie debut! Join SpongeBob, his pal Patrick, and the rest of the Bikini Bottom gang as they embark on a thrilling, action-packed adventure. King Neptune’s coveted crown has gone missing, and Mr. Krabs is accused of the dastardly deed. It’s up to SpongeBob and his nautical cohorts to save the day! 

The SpongeBob Movie – Sponge Out of Water
On a mission to save his world, SpongeBob SquarePants is headed to ours for the first time ever! When pirate Burger Beard (Antonio Banderas) steals the secret recipe for the beloved Krabby Patty, SpongeBob and friends must team up to bring it back. But they soon realize that to defeat a super-villain, they must unleash their inner superheroes. 

The SpongeBob Movie – Sponge on the Run
SpongeBob SquarePants, his best friend Patrick, and the Bikini Bottom gang star in their most epic adventure movie yet! When SpongeBob’s beloved pet snail Gary goes missing, a path of clues leads SpongeBob and Patrick to the powerful King Poseidon, who has Gary held captive in the Lost City of Atlantic City. On their mission to save Gary, SpongeBob and his pals team up for a heroic and hilarious journey where they discover nothing is stronger than the power of friendship.

To enter to win, click “like” on this Post at MR. WILL ON FACEBOOK. Re–Tweet this Contest Tweet below for another chance.

Enter for a chance to #win a #SPONGEBOB 3-Movie DVD Collection!

How: https://t.co/1BcCSUZjAa pic.twitter.com/MJhQCUZhIj

— MR. WILL WONG 📸 (@mrwillw) February 17, 2021

Rules and regulations here.

The SpongeBob 3-Movie Collection is available now in stores.

(Photo credit: Paramount Home Entertainment)

#GIVEAWAY: ENTER FOR A CHANCE TO WIN “THE SPONGEBOB MOVIE: SPONGE ON THE RUN” ON BLU-RAY™

Paramount Home Entertainment x Mr. Will want to give Readers a chance to win a Blu-ray™ copy of THE SPONGEBOB MOVIE: SPONGE ON THE RUN!

Synopsis:

When SpongeBob’s beloved pet snail Gary goes missing, a path of clues leads SpongeBob and Patrick to the powerful King Poseidon, who has Gary held captive in the Lost City of Atlantic City. On their mission to save Gary, SpongeBob and his pals team up for a heroic and hilarious journey where they discover nothing is stronger than the power of friendship.

BONUS FEATURES ON DIGITAL, BLU-RAY & DVD

• Mini-Movie – I’m Urchin You To Leave
• Campfire Songs
• Agua Music Video by Tainy & J. Balvin
• How We Do Lyric Video by Snoop Dogg and Monsta X
• Krabby Step Lyric Video by Tyga, Swae Lee & Lil Mosey
• Agua Lyric Video by Tainy & J. Balvin
• Campfire Stories
• Deleted Storyboard: Wake Up
• Deleted Storyboard: Sumo Ninja
• Camp Coral Buddies
• The Ballad of SpongeBob and Patrick!
• I ♥ Camp Coral by SpongeBob SquarePants
• Camp Arts and Crafts
• Drawing the Cutest Camper Ever
• Drawing the Cutest Snail Ever
• The Amazing Stages of Animation
• But Wait…There’s S’mores!
• The Wonders of the Patty Mobile

Artwork:

Trailer:

To enter to win, click “like” on this Post at MR. WILL ON FACEBOOK. For an extra chance, you can Re-Tweet this Contest Tweet below as well:

Enter for your chance to #win a copy of The #SpongeBob Movie: SPONGE ON THE RUN on Blu-ray™!https://t.co/E2YNMmPXSm pic.twitter.com/FnNJvYGrsg

— MR. WILL WONG 📸 (@mrwillw) January 22, 2021

THE SPONGEBOB MOVIE: SPONGE ON THE RUN arrives on Blu-ray™, DVD, Digital and On Demand in Canada on Tuesday, February 2, 2021.

Rules and regulations here.

(Photo/video credit: Paramount Pictures Home Entertainment)

#GIVEAWAY: ENTER FOR A CHANCE TO WIN A “THE SPONGEBOB MOVIE: SPONGE ON THE RUN” PRIZE PACK

We’re back and we thank you for being so patient with us through these challenging times! We’ve got your chance to win one of three THE SPONGEBOB MOVIE: SPONGE ON THE RUN Prize Packs! One winner will be picked each from Toronto, Montreal and Ottawa.

Synopsis:

This August, SpongeBob SquarePants, his best friend Patrick Star and the rest of the gang from Bikini Bottom hit the big screen in the first-ever all CGI SpongeBob motion picture event. After SpongeBob’s beloved pet snail Gary is snail-napped, he and Patrick embark on an epic adventure to The Lost City of Atlantic City to bring Gary home. As they navigate the delights and dangers on this perilous and hilarious rescue mission, SpongeBob and his pals prove there’s nothing stronger than the power of friendship.

Prize Pack includes:

– 1 x SpongeBob 13” figurine
– 2 x SB character small plush dolls
– 1 x SB kids sunglasses
– 1 x SB slime
– 1 x SB Bubbles
– 1 x Mini poster
– 1 x T-shirt
Value: $117.00

See the Trailer:

Artwork:

To enter to win, click “like” on this Post at MR. WILL ON FACEBOOK. Click share from there for an extra chance or Re-Tweet This Contest Tweet from @mrwillw for an extra chance. Contest open to residents of Toronto, Ottawa and Montreal.

Rules and regulations here.

Canada is lucky enough to get an advanced release! Paramount Pictures Canada release THE SPONGEBOB MOVIE: SPONGE ON THE RUN in Canadian theatres on Friday, August 14, 2020.

(Photo/video credit: Paramount Pictures)

#FIRSTLOOK: “THE SPONGEBOB MOVIE: SPONGE ON THE RUN” GETS AN EARLY CANADIAN RELEASE

To celebrate its fruition in Montreal, Paramount Pictures Canada have announced today that THE SPONGEBOB MOVIE: SPONGE ON THE RUN will get an exclusive early release in Canada!

SYNOPSIS:

This August, SpongeBob SquarePants, his best friend Patrick Star and the rest of the gang from Bikini Bottom hit the big screen in the first-ever all CGI SpongeBob motion picture event. After SpongeBob’s beloved pet snail Gary is snail-napped, he and Patrick embark on an epic adventure to The Lost City of Atlantic City to bring Gary home. As they navigate the delights and dangers on this perilous and hilarious rescue mission, SpongeBob and his pals prove there’s nothing stronger than the power of friendship.

VOICE CAST:  Tom Kenny, Awkwafina, Clancy Brown, Rodger Bumpass, Bill Fagerbakke, Carolyn Lawrence, Douglas Lawrence, Reggie Watts     

THE SPONGEBOB MOVIE: SPONGE ON THE RUN opens in theatres across Canada Friday, August 14, 2020.

(Photo credit: Paramount Pictures Canada)        

 

#FIRSTLOOK: PRE-BIG GAME SPOT FOR “SPONGEBOB SQUAREPANTS: SPONGE ON THE RUN”

Check-out this new Pre-Big Game TV Spot for SPONGEBOB SQUAREPANTS: SPONGE ON THE RUN!

Synopsis:

This Memorial Day weekend, SpongeBob SquarePants, his best friend Patrick Star and the rest of the gang from Bikini Bottom hit the big screen in the first-ever all CGI SpongeBob motion picture event. After SpongeBob’s beloved pet snail Gary is snail-napped, he and Patrick embark on an epic adventure to The Lost City of Atlantic City to bring Gary home. As they navigate the delights and dangers on this perilous and hilarious rescue mission, SpongeBob and his pals prove there’s nothing stronger than the power of friendship.

 

See the Trailer:

 

Paramount Pictures Canada release THE SPONGEBOB MOVIE: SPONGE ON THE RUN Friday, May 22, 2020.

 

(Photo/video credit: Paramount Pictures Canada)

#FIRSTLOOK: NEW TRAILER FOR “THE SPONGEBOB MOVIE: SPONGE ON THE RUN”

He’s back with a splash! Check-out the new Trailer for THE SPONGEBOB MOVIE: SPONGE ON THE RUN!

SYNOPSIS:
This Memorial Day weekend, SpongeBob SquarePants, his best friend Patrick Star and the rest of the gang from Bikini Bottom hit the big screen in the first-ever all CGI SpongeBob motion picture event. After SpongeBob’s beloved pet snail Gary is snail-napped, he and Patrick embark on an epic adventure to The Lost City of Atlantic City to bring Gary home. As they navigate the delights and dangers on this perilous and hilarious rescue mission, SpongeBob and his pals prove there’s nothing stronger than the power of friendship.

 

See the Trailer:

 

Paramount Pictures Canada release THE SPONGEBOB MOVIE: SPONGE ON THE RUN May 22, 2020.

 

(Photo/video credit: Paramount Pictures Canada)

#BOXOFFICE: “FIFTY SHADES OF GREY” IS DOMINANT A SECOND WEEK

For the second week in-a-row, FIFTY SHADES OF GREY has Moviegoers in handcuffs, dominating again the Box Office with $23.2 million from 3,655 theatres for Universal Pictures! Although it is noted that this is a 75% drop from its debut last weekend, this still is strong enough for a decisive lead. Domestically, it has grossed over $130 million already and just surpassed a phenomenal $300 million worldwide!

THE SPONGEBOB MOVIE: SPONGE OUT OF WATER lands in second, continuing what has been a strong run. It earns $16.3 million from 3,680 theatres in its third week for Paramount Pictures, surpassing $125 million thus far in North America.

KINGSMAN: THE SECRET SERVICE in its second week settles for Runner-Up with $15.8 million for 20th Century Fox, playing at 3,266 theatres. In two weeks it has grossed $66 million.

McFARLAND opens in fourth with $11.3 million for Disney, from 2,755 theatres. Critics gave the Film based on a True Story starring Kevin Costner, a v. good 77% on the Tomatometer. Audiences responded with an even better A CinemaScore.

THE DUFF debuts in fifth with a solid with $11.03 million from 2,575 theatres for eOne Films/CBS Films. Critics responded well with a 62% on the Tomatometer at Rotten Tomatoes and a great A- CinemaScore, which should bode well for a bit of word-of-mouth.

HOT TUB TIME MACHINE 2, just one of several debuts this weekend, opens in seventh with $5.8 million from 2,880 theatres for Paramount Pictures. Critics weren’t so kind with a rating of 14% on the Tomatometer, while Audiences were a bit more forgiving with a C- CinemaScore.

THE IMITATION GAME rounds-out the Top Ten with $2.5 million or The Weinstein Co./Elevaton Pictures, its fate at the Oscars in the Best Picture category to be determined shortly. This is its 13th week out.