The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge on the Run was officially announced as the third installment in the SpongeBob SquarePants film series.
The movie's theatrical release was delayed due to the global COVID-19 pandemic affecting cinemas worldwide.
Instead of a wide theatrical release, The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge on the Run was released on streaming platforms and Video on Demand in many countries.
The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge on the Run received a theatrical release in Canada, being one of the few countries where it was shown in cinemas during the pandemic.