A major copyright shift just made Betty Boop’s earliest version free to use — but merch sellers should read the fine print.
On January 1, 2026, copyrights will expire for comics, books, movies, musical compositions and other creative works from 1930 ...
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.
Following on the high heels of the 2023 hit film “Barbie,” “Boop! The Musical” likewise aims to remake and rebrand another dated pop character for contemporary times and audiences. Unlike Barbie, ...