Copyright expires, Mickey and Minnie mouse belong to the masses now

Mickey and Minnie Mouse, two of America’s iconic cartoon characters are set to become more accessible now with their initial drawings out of copyright. 

Mute renditions of Mickey and Minnie were initially introduced in 1928, and showcased in a silent film titled “Steamboat Willie.” The depictions of these characters are now accessible to the US public following the expiration of Disney’s rights over them. 

This signifies that creative individuals, such as cartoonists, can now freely modify and employ the original renditions of Mickey and Minnie. In essence, anyone is permitted to use these…

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News Source: interestingengineering.com


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