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2 January 2024CopyrightMarisa Woutersen

Early Steamboat Willie version of Mickey Mouse released from Disney’s copyright

The original depiction of the Mickey Mouse cartoon enters the public domain | Individuals can adapt and build upon the original character but restrictions apply to later versions.

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Early Steamboat Willie version of Mickey Mouse released from Disney’s copyright

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