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Public Domain Day 2026: Betty Boop, Pluto (As Rover), And Flip The Frog Hit The Commons On January 1

Works released in 1930 hit the U.S. public domain on January 1, including early animation icons, forgotten favorites, and the art form's formative experiments.
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When Do Superman & Batman Enter the Public Domain?

With the Steamboat Willie versions of Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse now becoming public domain, fans wish to find out if other popular names such as Superman and Batman will be joining the public domain soon. So, here’s all you need to know about their ...
WUNC

Popeye, Tintin and more will enter the public domain in the new year

Jan. 1 marks the dawn of a new era for Popeye and Tintin. It's the day the nonagenarian cartoon characters officially enter the U.S. public domain along with a treasure trove of other iconic works. The copyrights of thousands of films, songs and books ...

Betty Boop, ‘Blondie’ enter the public domain

LOS ANGELES — Betty Boop and “Blondie” are joining Mickey Mouse and Winnie the Pooh in the public domain.
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