70s Commercials: McDonald’s ‘Musical,’ Timex, Westinghouse, Pepto-Bismol ‘Napoleon’ (1970-71)

“You deserve a break today!” Greetings, Bionic People. I hope US-based readers are enjoying the 3-day weekend. I’m certainly happy to have some extra time to do things like update this here site. Today, you’ll find spots from the 1970-71 … Continue reading

70s Commercials: Close-Up, Ideal Dolls, ‘The FBI,’ Timex (1970-71)

Spooling the reels back to the top of the decade once again for a new batch of vintage spots. Let’s revel in the joys of Close-Up toothpaste, Ideal’s Mia & Kerry dolls (with Linda Blair), Efrem Zimbalist Jr. in The … Continue reading

70s Commercials: Burger King, Charms Pop, Chevy Nova, Timex (1970-71)

I’ve got a fine set of early seventies spots for you today. Firstly, a humorous spot for Burger King featuring actor Dick O’Neill. Followed by commercials for Charms Big Pops (loved these and Charms Blow Pops as a kid), Chevy … Continue reading

70s Spots: Kodak Film & Timex Watches (1970)

“You can hold all those moments in your hand.” Swinging back in time all the way to 1970 for two commercials from once-giant companies. First up, a Kodak film spot featuring changing seasons from June ’70. After that, a Timex … Continue reading

70s Spots: SunSensor Sunglasses & Timex Watches (1978)

“Lenses that change.” Seventies fashion time with two spots from 1978. First up, a commercial for SunSensor sunglasses with a humorous touch. The spot aired in February of ’78. Second, a commercial for Timex digital watches with spokesperson Jim McKay … Continue reading