For the past year, SpongeBob SquarePants has been celebrating its 25th anniversary, and it has now surpassed Arthur to hold the title of the longest-running animated series for kids ever made. Fans have enjoyed watching numerous animated shows run for multiple seasons, and this trend is particularly noticeable in adult sitcoms like The Simpsons, Family Guy, American Dad, and others which recently celebrated their 35th, 25th, and 20th anniversaries respectively. However, children’s animation has also experienced similar success, with many reaching significant milestones as well.
As an ardent fan, I can’t help but marvel at the extraordinary journey of “SpongeBob SquarePants.” Last year, it marked the beginning of its grand 25th anniversary celebration, and the fact that it’s still in production means we’re on the verge of witnessing even more remarkable milestones. As @Toonhive on X mentioned, “SpongeBob SquarePants” has now broken a record, making it the longest-running animated children’s show ever! Previously held by the timeless classic, “Arthur” from PBS Kids, this title is truly a testament to the enduring appeal of our favorite sea sponge and his underwater pals.
Currently, ‘SpongeBob SquarePants’ now stands as the longest-lasting animated kids’ TV show, outrunning ‘Arthur’, which used to hold that title before.
— ToonHive (@ToonHive) February 22, 2025
SpongeBob Becomes Longest Running Animated Kids Show
I initially encountered Arthur back in October 1996 on PBS Kids. For over two decades, spanning across 26 seasons, this show remained a staple until its final episode aired in 2022, wrapping up after an impressive 25-season run. The series finale was more conclusive than many fans of the long-running animated adaptation anticipated, as Arthur and his friends were shown grown-up, with a unique time skip that revealed their future professions. For instance, Arthur himself transformed into a renowned artist who illustrated all his childhood adventures, which eventually led to the creation of the “Arthur” series itself. This made for a poignant full circle moment as we watched this journey come to an end.
Since the termination of its production, “Arthur” has relinquished its title as the longest-running animated children’s series on Nickelodeon, given that “SpongeBob SquarePants” continues to thrive without any impending end in sight. Over the years since its debut, “SpongeBob SquarePants” has expanded into a vast universe encompassing numerous shows, films, and other media, solidifying its position as an icon. It’s highly unlikely that this record will be surpassed by any future episodes of “SpongeBob SquarePants”, as it remains just as beloved as ever.
What’s Next for SpongeBob?
In the ongoing adventures of SpongeBob SquarePants, not only are new episodes gracing our screens, but there’s an exciting array of spin-offs in store! The upcoming Netflix exclusive, titled Plankton: The Movie, is set to premiere on March 7th. This film is penned and headlined by Mr. Lawrence, with a stellar cast that includes Jill Talley, Tom Kenny, Bill Fagerbakke, Carolyn Lawrence, Clancy Brown, and Rodger Bumpass – all familiar voices from the beloved series. Additionally, another movie is on its way to hit theaters soon!
The animated movie titled “The SpongeBob SquarePants Movie: Quest for Neptune’s Spatula” is set to premiere in cinemas starting December 19th. At the moment, details about this film are scarce, but hints suggest that it will heavily feature the Flying Dutchman’s Ghost. In contrast to previous voice actors, Mark Hamill will lend his voice to the Flying Dutchman for this upcoming movie, a role which was previously played by Brian-Doyle Murray in the television series. As we move closer to its release date, more information about the film should be unveiled soon.
HT – @Toonhive on X
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