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Early Pluto, Betty Boop Precursor and Nancy Drew Enter U.S. Public Domain for 2026

Only the earliest 1930 depictions are free to use, with later iterations still protected.

Public Domain Day 2026: 1930 Works and 1925 Recordings Become Free to Use