Many things entered the Public Domain on January 1, 2025, including Disney’s first “Silly Symphonies” piece, the “Skeleton Dance.” Now, everyone can use it. 12 other Mickey shorts are ...

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While not starring Mickey Mouse, there’s another Disney animated short that will soon enter the Public Domain in 2025 as well: The Skeleton Dance. This first installment in the Silly Symphony ...