Van Pelt — Jumanji: Open World Character Profile

About Van Pelt

Big-game hunter trapped in Jumanji, relentlessly pursues Alan and the children.

Van Pelt — Character Profile

Alignment

Villain

Species

Human

Abilities

Big-game hunting, Weapon mastery, Survival skills

• Strength: 9/10
• Intelligence: 6/10
• Charisma: 5/10
• Morality: 2/10
• Influence: 6/10

Character Facts

Played by

Bobby Cannavale

Appears in

Jumanji: Open World (2026)

Role

Minor

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