The credits also include brief post-credits scenes: a final, ridiculous moment of Plankton still trying to steal the formula from the Krusty Krab (even as the screen fades), and a dedication to the late voice actor Ernest Borgnine (Mermaid Man), who had passed away shortly before the film’s release—adding a touch of warmth among the chaos.

In The SpongeBob SquarePants Movie (2004), the end credits aren’t just a formality—they’re an extension of the film’s manic, joyful, and irreverent spirit. After SpongeBob and Patrick’s triumphant rock-star moment (and the heroic defeat of Plankton and King Neptune’s stolen crown), the credits roll with a flair that feels less like a scrolling list and more like a victory lap.

But the true highlight comes mid-credits. After the main crawl, a live-action close-up of a dolphin appears on screen, followed by a sudden —a playful nod to the show’s long-running gag of censoring profanity with dolphin chirps. It’s a wink to adult viewers that has become legendary among fans.