"Mickey Mouse's Public Domain Status Paves Way for 'Steamboat Willie' Horror Film"
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The iconic "Steamboat Willie" version of Mickey Mouse, which introduced Disney's famous mascot in 1928, has officially entered the public domain as of January 1, 2024. This development follows the expiration of the character's copyright, allowing the early Mickey Mouse to be used freely. For a detailed analysis of Mickey Mouse's copyright journey and implications, viewers can watch the full episode of Yahoo Finance Live.
Topics:entertainment##copyrightexpiration#disney#entertainmentlegal#mickeymouse#publicdomain#steamboatwillie
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