Modern versions of Mickey Mouse remain under copyright but as of January 1, 2024, the Steamboat Willie version entered the public domain. Mickey Mouse entering the public domain only applies to US law. Other countries have different copyright law protections. There’s a reason why people refer to US copyright law as the Mickey Mouse Protection Act. Ironically, no shortage of Disney films are based on stories that have entered the public domain. Even more ironically,…
"Mickey Mouse: Steamboat Willie Version Enters Public Domain"Tag: Steamboat Willie
Mickey & Minnie 10 Classic Shorts – Volume 1 is now available for fans to bring home on a Blu-ray (+ Digital/DVD) Combo Pack. The first volume gathers ten classic shorts together for the first time. Mickey and Minnie will also have all-new introductions for each short film. The collection runs a combined 83 minutes and audiences will now be able to watch the classic Steamboat Willie on Blu-ray in one of many releases celebrating…
"Mickey & Minnie 10 Classic Shorts – Volume 1 Arrives On Blu-ray, DVD"