I think it was to mirror Marvel's intro showing the history of the brand. | Hacker News

Hacker Newsnew | past | comments | ask | show | jobs | submit

		OedipusRex on Dec 18, 2023 \| parent \| context \| favorite \| on: Mickey, Disney, and the public domain: A 95-year l... I think it was to mirror Marvel's intro showing the history of the brand.

eddieroger on Dec 18, 2023 [–]

This was my more generous, less cynical take as well. Disney has been approaching their 100 year anniversary (not passed), and Steamboat Willie was the first animated short under the banner of Walt Disney Animation Studios. It makes sense to honor one's first at one's hundredth.

Guidelines | FAQ | Lists | API | Security | Legal | Apply to YC | Contact