Disney fans will be treated to a revamped version of Jack Skellington, the beloved Pumpkin King from The Nightmare Before Christmas, this Halloween season at Walt Disney World Resort. After years of feedback, Disney has listened to fans and given Jack a much-needed makeover, particularly his head and face design, which have drawn significant criticism in previous years.
The big change: Disney has updated Jack’s design
After fans expressed dissatisfaction with the original design, particularly the off-look of Jack’s head, Disney confirmed that they’ve now swapped out the old head for a more accurate version. The new design closely mirrors Jack from the film, featuring a more refined and faithful representation of his facial features, including his signature eerie grin.
The change has been well-received by fans, who feel that this update was long overdue. The redesign comes just in time for tonight’s Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, where guests will get their first look at the updated Pumpkin King.
Walt Disney World shared a photo of Jack Skellington’s new look debuting tonight at Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party! 🎃 pic.twitter.com/pW8CHvODRZ
— Drew Smith (@DrewDisneyDude) August 15, 2025
Disney Responds to Fan Feedback
The redesign highlights Disney’s commitment to listening to fan feedback and creating more authentic experiences. Jack Skellington is a central figure in Disney’s Halloween festivities, and his new look is sure to enhance the experience for visitors attending Halloween events like Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. Disney has also teased that additional updates to Halloween-themed attractions and events will be rolling out, all intended to bring the whimsical world of The Nightmare Before Christmas to life.
For those heading to Walt Disney World this Halloween season, the revamped Jack Skellington is sure to be a highlight, signaling Disney’s efforts to continuously improve the guest experience and keep the magic alive. Fans can look forward to seeing the new, movie-accurate version of the Pumpkin King across the parks, as Disney celebrates the spooky season in style.
