Mickey Mouse, the Original 1928 Version, Is Now In the Public Domain
By A Mystery Man Writer
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Disney could soon lose exclusive rights to Mickey Mouse
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Early Mickey Mouse is now in the public domain—and AI is already, mickey mouse
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Steamboat Willie': An early version of Mickey Mouse is now in the
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Mickey Mouse's first film appearance enters public domain in 2024
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Mickey Mouse, the Original 1928 Version, Is Now In the Public Domain, disney mickey
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Mickey Mouse's first film appearance enters public domain in 2024
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Mickey and Minnie Mouse set to enter the public domain on Jan. 1
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Mickey Mouse will become public domain, with some caveats