70s Commercials: Jell-O, Polaroid With Morgan Freeman, Arrid, VW Bus (1974-77)

“When you’ve got it made – you’ve got it made.” Another batch of tasty Seventies commercials incoming. This quartet originally aired from 1974 to 1977. First up, a spot for Jell-O featuring a “luncheon salad” and narration by Peter Thomas. … Continue reading

70s Commercials: Joy, Betty Crocker Cakes, Uncle Ben’s, Charmin (1970-73)

“Cleans to the shine…and that’s a nice reflection on you.” Rewinding back to the top of the decade, we have four commercials circa 1970 to ’73. In the starter position, it’s Lemon Fresh Joy dishwashing liquid (with child actor Lisa … Continue reading

70s Commercials: Gravy Train, Miracle Whip, Mr. Muscle, ‘Diff’rent Strokes’ (1979)

“We’ve got meaty taste in the bag.” A very good February to you! Here’s a batch of commercials that ran in 1979. Starting off, we have a spot for Gravy Train featuring Dinah’s Dog Diner. After that, a classic spot … Continue reading

70s Commercials: Stove Top Stuffing, Parkay Margarine, Gillette Foamy, UR Board Game (1977-78)

“Instead of potatoes.” Hey there! It’s been too long since we’ve had fresh, old commercials here – what can I say? It was the holidays and I got sick last week with that nasty cold that’s going around – so … Continue reading

70s Commercials: ‘TV Guide,’ Spoon Size Shredded Wheat, Chevy Pickup, Ban Basic (1976)

“Newton Minnow takes another look at television…” Happy 2026! In recognition of a new year, we’re dialing back to 1976 and presenting a quartet of commercials set to celebrate 50-year-anniversaries. Good grief, who set the decades on fast-forward? Have a … Continue reading

70s Commercials (Holidays): NyQuil Santa, Sonac, Dooley’s, Ornamental Ice (1972-79)

Happy Holidays, everyone! I hope you have a safe, warm & wonderful time with family and friends as 2025 comes to a close. To send us off into a new year, here’s another batch of vintage Christmas-themed Seventies commercials. There’s … Continue reading