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Disney’s Pixar Names Jonathan Garson President as Jim Morris Steps Back
Jonathan Garson will oversee production and operations, while Jim Morris shifts to mentoring and special projects after 12 years as president.
- On Wednesday, The Walt Disney Company announced that Pixar general manager Jonathan Garson will become president of Pixar Animation Studios on January 4, 2027, succeeding Jim Morris, who transitions to president emeritus.
- Morris, who served as president for 12 years since 2005, will step back from day-to-day leadership as part of a planned succession, distinct from broader corporate workforce reductions.
- During Morris's tenure, Pixar films generated more than $12 billion globally, while Garson, a Disney veteran of more than 30 years, has worked closely with the studio's creative teams since 2010.
- Jonas Rivera moves into an expanded role as Executive Vice President of Creative, partnering with Chief Creative Officer Pete Docter, while Garson and Morris will report to Disney Entertainment Studios Chairman Alan Bergman.
- Morris will remain involved as executive producer for Incredibles 3, due June 16, 2028, alongside upcoming releases Gatto in March 2027 and Ghost Market in March 2028.
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Disney's Pixar names Jonathan Garson president as Jim Morris steps back ...
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Pixar President Change: Jonathan Garson Replaces Jim Morris
A big hand-off is underway at Disney’s Pixar animation studio as longtime 21-year vet Jim Morris will segue to President Emeritus after 12 years in the position. He’ll be succeeded by 30-year-plus Disney vet Jonathan Garson. This is all effective on Jan. 4, 2027. Pete Docter will continue to lead the Toy Story and Inside […]
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