Joshamee Gibbs
Jack's right-hand navigator
Jack Sparrow's loyal right-hand man and an experienced navigator well-versed in sea legends.
Quotes
- “It’s not just about the ship, it’s about the crew.”
- “Trust in the captain’s instincts.”
- “The sea holds many secrets, but loyalty uncovers them all.”
Trivia
- Gibbs is modeled after a real British Navy navigator.
- Kevin McNally is the only main cast member who plays the role in the English version across all films.
- Gibbs also serves as a spokesperson for Jack Sparrow's words.
Alternate names
Gibbs
Mr. Gibbs
Josh
Profile
- Species
- Human
- Gender
- Male
Appearance
- Overall appearance
- A sturdy, pirate-like middle-aged man. Characterized by a long beard and a slightly weathered appearance.
- Height
- Approximately 175cm
- Weight
- Secret
- Eye color
- Brown
- Hair color
- Black
- Distinguishing features
-
- Long white beard
- Wrinkled face
- Wears a pirate hat
- Iconic items
-
- Navigator's hat
- Old nautical map
- Pirates of the Caribbean pirate outfit
- Pipe
- Rope
Personality and abilities
- Core personality
- Loyal
- Detailed personality
- An experienced navigator who is extremely loyal, deeply trusts and supports Jack Sparrow. Cautious and knowledgeable. Sometimes mixes in humor but is thoughtful towards comrades.
- Keywords
-
- Loyalty
- Knowledgeable
- Cautious
- Experienced
- Humorous
- Devoted
- Trusted
- Motto
- The sea always speaks the truth
- Talents
-
- Navigation knowledge
- Knowledge of sea legends
- Handling bullets and guns
- Map reading
- Situation judgment
- Skills
-
- Navigation
- Negotiation
- Crisis avoidance
- Swordsmanship
- Boosting comrades' morale
- Motivation
- To live as a free pirate alongside Jack Sparrow
- Habits
- Likes alcohol and occasionally sighs. Enjoys telling old tales.
- Favorite foods
- Rum, Salted meat
- Hobbies
- Sailing, Reading old nautical books
- Favorite places
- On the sea, Black Pearl
- Favorite colors
- Brown, Navy blue
- Music
- Pirate songs
- Disliked situations
- Betrayal, Uncertain information, Isolation
- Disliked foods
- Sweet things
History
- Backstory
- Originally a sailor in the British Navy, he later met Jack Sparrow and began his path as a pirate. Utilizing his knowledge and experience as a navigator, he supported numerous sea adventures. Holds strong loyalty towards Jack and serves as his right-hand man.
- Debut date
- July 9, 2003
- Work title
- Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl
- Media type
- Movie
Black Pearl Voyage
- Significant event
- Black Pearl Voyage
- Description
- Experienced numerous adventures as a crew member of the Black Pearl alongside Jack Sparrow.
Battle with the Cursed Pirates
- Significant event
- Battle with the Cursed Pirates
- Description
- Supported the response to the pirates afflicted by the undead curse and provided crucial assistance.
Jack's Rescue
- Significant event
- Jack's Rescue
- Description
- Acted to rescue Jack without regard for the dangers, proving his loyalty.
Relationships
Jack Sparrow
Best friend
Built a deep bond of trust and friendship while overcoming numerous adventures together with Jack.
Will Turner
Ally
Accompanied Will on his voyage and overcame difficulties together.
Elizabeth Swann
Ally
Played an important role in the pirates' relationship with her.
Jack Sparrow's Crew
Jack Sparrow's Crew: Strategist
Media appearances
Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl
Movie / Supporting
2003 release
Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest
Movie / Supporting
2006 release
Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End
Movie / Supporting
2007 release
Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides
Movie / Supporting
2011 release
Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales
Movie / Supporting
2017 release
Voice cast and creators
堀内賢雄
- Voice actor
- 堀内賢雄
- Language
- Japanese
- Version or series
- All theatrical releases
Kevin McNally
- Voice actor
- Kevin McNally
- Language
- English
- Version or series
- All series
Ted Elliott & Terry Rossio
- Creator name
- Ted Elliott & Terry Rossio
- Role
- Original author
unknown
- Creator name
- unknown
- Role
- Character designer
unknown
- Creator name
- unknown
- Role
- Animation studio
Walt Disney Pictures
- Creator name
- Walt Disney Pictures
- Role
- Publisher
Related goods
Joshamee Gibbs Figure
- Item name
- Joshamee Gibbs Figure
- Category
- Figure
- Availability
- Regular
Black Pearl Captain Figure Set
- Item name
- Black Pearl Captain Figure Set
- Category
- Figure
- Availability
- Limited