Where Data Tells the Story
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This graphic shows which popular characters will be entering the public domain over the next 15 years, using data compiled from several sources.
Copyright is a type of intellectual property right that protects authors’ original works. The amount of time a given work is protected by copyright varies, but typically lasts 70 years after the author’s death or 95 years after publication.
Once the copyright expires, the work enters public domain, signaling time for anyone to enjoy and interact with them without legal repercussions.