Every January 1, a new crop of creative works enters the public domain in the United States — meaning they can be used freely without licensing or permission from the original copyright holders. In 2026, the list is especially exciting for animation lovers, historians, artists, and creators because several iconic characters and early
Flying cars, robot maids, video calls, and orbiting high-rise homes. With the recent development news that Jim Carrey is in talks to star, and Colin Trevorrow and Joe Epstein may be writing (and Trevorrow directing), the prospect of a live-action Jetsons movie sparks both excitement and skepticism.
