Mickey Mouse first debuted in "Steamboat Willie" on November 18, 1928.

How old is Mickey Mouse?

The lifespan of a ordinary house mouse is less than 2 years, but Disney's iconic rodent is still chugging along as Mickey Mouse turns 92. He was born Nov. 18, 1928, starring in the animated short “Steamboat Willie” by Walt Disney, one of the first cartoons with sound.

How long did it take Walt Disney to create Mickey Mouse?

It just took 70 years or so. In the end, the story of Mickey Mouse is a good reminder that everything is a team effort.