PARAMOUNT has released “SPONGEBOB SQUAREPANTS-TALES FROM THE DEEP,” an unusually entertaining cartoon for children and adults alike.  The variety of characters really makes this cartoon appealing. It’s creative, quirky, and a bit bizarre!  Spongebob lives underwater with his friends in the town of “Bikini Bottom.”  While some of the characters surrounding him, seem logical, considering the environment, include a starfish, squid and crab, there’s also a squirrel inside a space suit!  It’s that zany!

“TALES FROM THE DEEP” offers 9 episodes from the series, and every one of them has at least a few good laughs which even adults will enjoy.  One of the best episodes, “BORN AGAIN KRABS,” has the owner of the fast food place where Spongebob works, take a bit out of “Krabby Patty” to prove to customers it’s fine.  Of course, he’s quickly taken to the hospital right afterwards.

PARAMOUNT has presented this release with the proper 1.33:1 aspect ratio.  The colors are solid!  Every scene has a vibrant look to it.  The overall image is sharper than what we’ve seen in television airings.

PARAMOUNT has provided a Dolby 2.0 Surround mix for this release.  The soundmix has a surprising amount of detail, including surround effects.  The array of effects definitely enhances the viewing pleasure to this release.

A music video has been included, as well as a very brief featurette.  The best supplement, which will only appeal to adults, is the storyboard to the “HOUSE PARTY” episode.