Mickey Mouse 2024 Public Domain Free. On january 1, 2024, after almost a century of copyright protection, mickey mouse, or at least a version of mickey mouse, will enter the united states public domain.  — the first versions of the iconic cartoon character, seen in steamboat willie and a silent version of plane crazy, enter the public domain in the us on january 1st, 2024.

 — disney’s most storied and beloved character is now in the public domain.  — disney’s mascot is finally coming into the public domain with the 76th anniversary of steamboat willie, mickey and minnie’s first appearances.