The first Mickey Mouse is now in the public domain. How can I use the Disney character?
- Written by Sarah Hook, Senior Lecturer in Law, Western Sydney University
The earliest versions of Mickey and Minnie Mouse entered the public domain in the United States at the start of this year, 95 years since they were introduced to the public in the film Steamboat Willie.
Many characters come into the public domain on New Year’s Day (Public Domain Day) every year. For works “made for hire”,...





