Public Domain Day 2026 list: Betty Boop, Disney cartoons, classic books, and more

Fans of the 1930s character Betty Boop can rejoice as a precursor of the iconic cartoon is now in the public domain, as of ...

These notable works enter the public domain in 2026

Here are the significant books, films and characters joining the list of works in the public domain on Jan. 1, 2026.
Smithsonian Magazine

Happy Public Domain Day to All Who Celebrate! You Can Now Use Betty Boop, Nancy Drew and ‘The Maltese Falcon’ for Free

On January 1, 2026, copyrights will expire for comics, books, movies, musical compositions and other creative works from 1930 ...

Hiltzik: Blondie and Dagwood are entering the public domain, but Betty Boop still may be trapped in copyright jail

Beloved characters entering the public domain with the new year include Blondie, Dagwood, Dick and Jane and Nancy Drew, but ...

Will Betty Boop become a horror movie slasher? Iconic characters head to public domain

A host of characters, movies, and songs created in the early 1930s will enter the public domain at midnight on Jan. 1, 2026.
The Public's Radio

The cultural works becoming public domain in 2026, from Betty Boop to Nancy Drew

The original Betty Boop, the first four Nancy Drew books and Greta Garbo's first talkie are among the many works from 1930 ...

This historic CT collection of thousands of toys keeps growing. Best part? They hope you visit.

The historic toy collection attracts visitors from across Connecticut and other states too. It has holiday hours.
Southern Living

This Orlando Thrift Store Is Where You Can Shop Disney's Lost & Found

A 50-minute drive from Walt Disney World leads to the Boys & Girls Club of Central Florida Thrift Store in Winter Park, where Disney's lost and found items are available to purchase. The thrift store ...