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Original illustration, paint on paper Mickey Mouse in his debut appearance in the 1928 animated short film Steamboat Willie. In this iconic scene, he is shown as a mischievous deckhand at the helm of a riverboat, whistling and steering the ship.Key Facts about Steamboat WillieRelease Date: It premiered at the Colony Theater in New York on November 18, 1928, which is now considered Mickey Mouse's official birthday.Technological Milestone: It was the first Mickey Mouse cartoon released and the first cartoon ever to feature synchronized sound.Creation: The film was directed by Walt Disney, and the character was famously drawn by noted animator Ub Iwerks.Public Domain: As of January 1, 2024, the earliest versions of Mickey and Minnie Mouse from Steamboat Willie officially entered the public domain in the U.S.. |
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