OpenAI bags Disney characters for Sora short video app
undefined 16, 2025

OpenAI has signed its first major licensing deal with Disney, letting users of its Sora video tool create clips using over 200 Disney, Marvel, Pixar, and Star Wars characters, including Mickey Mouse and Luke Skywalker. The three-year agreement, part of Disney’s $1 billion investment in OpenAI, aims to promote responsible AI use while protecting creators’ rights. Some user-made videos may appear on Disney+, combining fan creativity with controlled, authorized access to beloved characters.
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