With several asterisks, qualification and caveats, Mickey Mouse in his earliest form will be the leader of the band of characters, films and books that will become public domain in 2024.

Mickey and Minnie Mouse debuted in the short film Steamboat Willie at New York’s Colony Theater on November 18th, 1928. If you do the math, that would make them 90 years old, and the LEGO Ideas ...

The famous Mickey and Minnie Mouse characters from 'Steamboat Willie' have entered the public domain after 95 years, and could bring a wealth of new, unrestricted art.

By Scottie Andrew, CNN (CNN) — Before he became the biggest mouse in the biz, Mickey Mouse welcomed audiences to the movies.Beginning in 1928, the ...

Now, get ready for “Steamboat Willie” horror films. The 1928 version of Mickey Mouse entered the public domain on Monday, and indie horror producers are wasting no time in capitalizing on it ...

Earliest version of Mickey Mouse set to become public domain in 2024, along with Minnie, TiggerBy ANDREW DALTON AP Entertainment WriterLOS ANGELES (AP) — M-I-C- ...

By Scottie Andrew, CNN (CNN) — Before he became the biggest mouse in the biz, Mickey Mouse welcomed audiences to the movies. Beginning in 1928, the mischievous Walt Disney icon starred in short ...

A little-known version of Mickey Mouse came before ‘Steamboat Willie’ — and he wasn’t very nice (CNN) — Before he became the biggest mouse in the biz, ...