Jack the Monkey

Mischievous pet monkey

Barbossa's pet monkey and a mischievous member of the Black Pearl crew. Frequently teased by Jack Sparrow, but that's become routine.

Trivia

  • The monkey that stole the Aztec gold coin in the first film is a rare being that is part of the pirate curse.
  • The scenes where Jack Sparrow shoots the monkey for stress relief are memorable.
  • Frequently steals Ragetti's glass eye and repeats pranks.
  • In the fourth film, trapped in a bottle, but revives in the fifth after several years.
  • After the death of Barbossa, his long-time master, reluctantly attaches to Jack.

Alternate names

Jack the monkey Jack the Monkey

Tags

Pirate Monkey Barbossa Black Pearl Disney Mischievous Fantasy Magic Curse

Profile

Species
Capuchin monkey

Appearance

Overall appearance
A small monkey with mainly brown fur, sporting an agile and mischievous expression.
Height
Small monkey size
Eye color
Brown
Hair color
Brown
Distinguishing features
  • Agile movements
  • Mischievous expression
Iconic items
  • None

Personality and abilities

Core personality
Mischievous
Detailed personality
Curious and loves pranks. Often steals Jack Sparrow's belongings or targets crewmate Ragetti's glass eye. Gets shot by Jack frequently but persists with pranks undeterred.
Keywords
  • Curious
  • Mischievous
  • Loyal to comrades
  • Quick
  • Charming
Talents
  • Agile movements
  • Stealing items
  • Supporting allies' actions
Skills
  • Combat support
  • Hiding objects
  • Setting traps
Motivation
To live and adventure with his crewmates. Secretly proud of being an important part of the Black Pearl.
Habits
Has a habit of stealing glass eyes. Even after being shot by Jack with a gun, recovers quickly and pulls more pranks.
Favorite foods
Apple, Caspian Sea caviar
Favorite places
Black Pearl, Tortuga
Disliked situations
Being caught, Overly quiet places

History

Backstory
Formerly Barbossa's pet monkey. Became immortal due to the Aztec gold curse, and at the end of the first film, stole the gold coin and received the curse again. Continues to serve as a crew member aboard the Black Pearl.
Debut date
July 9, 2003
Work title
Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl
Media type
Movie

Stealing the Aztec gold coin

Significant event
Stealing the Aztec gold coin
Description
In the final scene of the first film, steals the Aztec gold coin and falls under the immortality curse again.

Becoming a crew member of the Black Pearl

Significant event
Becoming a crew member of the Black Pearl
Description
From the second film onward, acts as Jack's ally and participates in numerous adventures.

Stealing Ragetti's glass eye

Significant event
Stealing Ragetti's glass eye
Description
Frequently steals crewmate Ragetti's glass eye for pranks.

Trapped in a bottle

Significant event
Trapped in a bottle
Description
In the fourth film, trapped in a bottle along with the Black Pearl and Cotton's parrot, but escapes in the fifth.

Barbossa's death and change of allegiance

Significant event
Barbossa's death and change of allegiance
Description
In the fifth film, after his master Barbossa dies, loses his long-time master and reluctantly attaches to Jack.

Relationships

Hector Barbossa

Master

Acts together as Barbossa's pet; not showing absolute loyalty but shares actions.

Jack Sparrow

Best friend

Frequently pranked by Jack, while Jack shoots him for stress relief, yet bound by a strong bond.

Ragetti

Teammate

Crewmate who frequently steals Ragetti's glass eye for pranks.

Black Pearl crew

Black Pearl crew: mascot

Media appearances

Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl

Movie / Supporting

2003 film

Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest

Movie / Supporting

2006 film

Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End

Movie / Supporting

2007 film

Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides

Movie / Supporting

2011 film

Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales

Movie / Supporting

2017 film

Voice cast and creators

unknown

Creator name
unknown
Role
Original author

unknown

Creator name
unknown
Role
Character designer

Ted Elliott, Terry Rossio

Creator name
Ted Elliott, Terry Rossio
Role
Writer

Walt Disney Pictures

Creator name
Walt Disney Pictures
Role
Animation studio

Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures

Creator name
Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures
Role
Publisher

unknown

Creator name
unknown
Role
Licensee

Related goods

Jack the Monkey figure

Item name
Jack the Monkey figure
Category
Figure
Availability
Regular

Jack the Monkey plush

Item name
Jack the Monkey plush
Category
Plush or doll
Availability
Regular