Pixar names Jonathan Garson president as Jim Morris moves to emeritus role

Pixar Animation Studios is undergoing a leadership transition, with longtime president Jim Morris moving to a president emeritus role after 12 years in the position, Deadline reported.

Jonathan Garson has been named the new president of Pixar, where he will oversee all production and operations, working alongside Chief Creative Officer Pete Docter, Variety stated.

Jim Morris will continue as executive producer of the upcoming film Incredibles 3, scheduled for release in June 2028, and will focus on talent development and technology initiatives across Pixar and Walt Disney Studios, according to Hollywood Reporter.

The leadership changes, effective January 4, 2027, also include Jonas Rivera's promotion to creative executive vice president, overseeing filmmakers and development, Variety added.

Both Garson and Morris will report to Alan Bergman, chairman of Disney Entertainment and Studios, who praised Morris's leadership and expressed confidence in Garson's capabilities to lead Pixar into its next chapter, as reported by Hollywood Reporter.