Mickey Mouse Is Now In the Public Domain. Well, Sort Of. Even though only one very specific version of the character is free to use, it still represents a positive step for creative expression.

For nearly a century, the image of Mickey Mouse has been married to Disney’s brand, but in 2024, the copyright of Disney’s first film featuring Mickey will expire. CNN values your feedback 1.

As It Happens6:28Director of Mickey Mouse slasher film is totally cool with you hate-watching it The director of a Mickey Mouse slasher movie has a message for all the haters out there: Bring it ...

The earliest version of Disney’s most famous character, Mickey Mouse, will become public domain on January 1, 2024. Photo: AP. M-I-C-K-E-Y will soon belong to you and me.

The topic of Mickey Mouse and copyright has loomed in the public consciousness since the late 1990s, when Disney and other entertainment companies — and, notably, the estates of composers like ...

Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse at the premiere of World of Color water show at Disneyland in Anaheim, California, in June 2010. (AP Images) By Loreben Tuquero February 20, 2023. M-I-C you ...

Mickey Mouse in his earliest form will be the leader of the band of characters, films, and books that will become public domain as the year turns to 2024. SHARE. Facebook LinkedIn Bluesky X Link.

What could happen to the original version of Mickey Mouse and others after they entered the public domain on Jan. 1? Hint: think Winnie the Pooh wielding a sledgehammer. By Sopan Deb If you’re ...