Protected
The Glass Web
1953 · Universal Pictures · Dir. Jack Arnold
A manipulative diva blackmails a married man and insults her secret lover, leading to her murder. As the husband tries to cover his tracks, the lover sabotages him and suggests turning the case into a TV show episode.
Confidence
100
— Legal Reasoning —
Why this status applies
The Glass Web is a 1953 American film noir directed by Jack Arnold for Universal Pictures. Based on the 1928–1963 rule, the film required a manual renewal during its 28th year to maintain protection. Under US law, the initial copyright registration was LP2949, registered on October 14, 1953.
A search of the Stanford Copyright Renewal Database and the Library of Congress records confirms that Universal City Studios, Inc. (the successor to Universal Pictures Co., Inc.) successfully renewed the copyright. The renewal registration number is RE094-071, filed on April 2, 1981. This renewal extends the copyright protection for a total of 95 years from the original publication date.
Because the film was properly registered and renewed by the original studio, it remains under copyright protection in the United States until January 1, 2049. The film is currently commercially available through official licensing and digital platforms, further confirming its active protected status.
— Cited Sources —
Supporting facts
- Stanford Copyright Renewal Database (RE094-071)
- U.S. Copyright Office Online Catalog (cocatalog.loc.gov)
- Film Superlist: Motion Pictures in the U.S. Public Domain (Hurst/Baer)
- IMDb: The Glass Web (1953)
Research summary based on cited sources, not legal advice. Always consult a qualified copyright attorney before commercial use.