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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.

Reason

'Steamboat Willie' is now in the public domain. What does that mean for Mickey Mouse?

A 1928 movie featuring the first appearance of Mickey Mouse enters public domain on Jan. 1. But creative and commercial access to the character is complicated by both copyright and trademark law.

WEKU

Legal Battles Loom As First Mickey Mouse Copyright Ends

Almost a century after his big-screen debut, Mickey Mouse enters the public domain Monday, opening the floodgates to potential remakes, spin-offs, adaptations... and legal battles with Disney.

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Steamboat Willie, created by Walt Disney, to enter public domain after 95 years – taking earliest Minnie with him

The Guardian - US

Paris Hilton Took Her Son Phoenix to Disneyland for Christmas

Nicky Hilton and her daughters were there, too.

Marie Claire

Not just Peckham: the long list of Banksy’s disappearing art

While arrests have been made after a street work was stolen in south-east London, some vanishing acts have been intentional promotional tools

The Guardian - UK

The 10 best Christmas movies on Disney Plus to stream this holiday season

These are the best Christmas movies on Disney Plus right now

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Disney's original Mickey to become royalty free in 2024

(Just mind the multiple caveats.)

Creative Bloq

Disney Dreamlight Valley review

Scratches that Animal Crossing itch, but at a price.

PC Gamer

Earliest Mickey Mouse character to enter public domain

Current artists and creators will be able to make use of Mickey, but with major limits. It is only the more mischievous, rat-like, non-speaking boat captain in “Steamboat Willie” that has become public.

Chicago Sun-Times

Mickey Mouse will soon belong to you and me — with some caveats

Mickey Mouse is about to belong to you and me

The Independent UK

Watch a tough-guy mouse blast the heads off dirty rats in the first gameplay trailer for Mouse, the shooter that adds a Tommy gun to a 1930s Mickey Mouse cartoon

Mouse is due out in 2025 and yes, I have already wishlisted it.

PC Gamer

Comic book watches: from Mickey Mouse to Spiderman

Comic book watches, from brands such as Audemars Piguet, Oris, Ulysse Nardin and Reservoir, come with a ‘Pow!’ factor

Wallpaper

Ryan Reynolds responds to the neverending Deadpool 3 leaks by revealing some 'spoilers' of his own

Predator and Mickey Mouse both feature, because why not?

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The 12 Best Disney Easter Eggs And References In Wish

Wish is full of classic references to Disney's animation history. Here are a few of the best.

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The Fiat Topolino Looks Adorable With Mickey Mouse Liveries

Plus, China's GAC wants to launch an electric car with a solid-state battery in 2026.

Al Jazeera

ICC Cricket World Cup 2023: Australia vs South Africa semifinal preview

South Africa captain Bavuma says they are wary of Australia’s experience but he is confident of his side’s chances.

Cinemablend

That Time George Lucas (Probably) Accidentally Photo Bombed A Family Visiting Disney World

The guy who looked like George Lucas in the family Disney World picture is actually George Lucas.

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The Guardian - US

Paperboy Prince, the pro-love presidential candidate: ‘Mickey Mouse has more soul than my rivals’

The artist and activist ‘from the African side of the moon’ is running an anti-war, pro-love campaign

The Guardian - UK

Rail signalling error diverts Strasbourg-bound MEPs to Disneyland

‘We are not a Mickey Mouse parliament,’ jokes one MEP after diversion causes 45-minute delay

The Conversation

100 years of Disney: from a cartoon mouse to a global giant, how Walt Disney conquered the world

On October 16 1923, brothers Walt and Roy set up a modest cartoon studio. Their goal was to produce short animated films. They created a new character: a mouse, with large ears.

The Guardian - US

‘Absolute control’: how Walt Disney’s obsessive habits built a 100-year empire

From his fastidious lunches to his quest for perfect lighting, Disney’s legacy still looms large as the studio celebrates a centenary

The Conversation

As Disney turns 100, the brand’s real legacy is its business acumen

“100 Years of Wonder” is the theme for Disney’s year-long promotion of the company’s centenary. From special Disney on Ice events to a retrospective at the British Film Institute and limited edition Disney100 merchandise, Disney’s celebration is big business.

The Independent UK

How Disney turned Halloween into a money-making machine

For Disney fans, Halloween is among the most desirable (and expensive) times to visit its theme parks

The Independent UK

Kourtney Kardashian and Travis Barker may have revealed son’s name at Disney-themed baby shower

Blink-182 drummer and reality star celebrated their son with lavish Disney-themed baby shower

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