70s Spots: Mr. Bubble & Mille Bornes Card Game (1974)

“Take a bath with Mr. Bubble!” Here’s a classic, animated Mr. Bubble commercial with an Old West theme from September of 1974. I was a fan of ol’ Mr. Bubble and had a few tubfuls of the stuff as a … Continue reading

70s Spots: ‘Ice Capades’ (1978) & ‘A Chorus Line’ (1979)

“A dazzling jubilee of fun and color!” Let’s take in a show! First, we’ll visit the Ice Capades’ “Magic”-themed extravaganza in a commercial from March 1978. Afterwards, we’ll take our seats for the touring production of A Chorus Line in … Continue reading

70s Spots: ‘Captain & Tennille’ Show & Avon Cosmetics (1977)

“It’s the new 1977 Capt. and Tennille!” Happy 1977 Day! (Yeah, I just made that up). Here’s a pair of commercials from that double-digit year. First up, a January ABC promo for the Captain & Tennille show. Guest stars include … Continue reading

70s Spots: ’75 Ford Mustang II & Granada (1974)

“It’s incredible – and it’s mine!” A pair of Ford commercials today that show off the upcoming 1975 models. In spot one, we’re offered four versions of the Mustang II, along with the Southern California lifestyle and a take on … Continue reading

70s Spots: Skittle Bingo (Don Adams) & Aurora Xlerators Race Cars (1973)

“Who asked ya?” Two commercials from Aurora are on display today. First, we find Don Adams as a gangster and Joey Forman as the Bingo Master in A Skittle Bingo commercial from September 1973. Second, an October 1973 spot for … Continue reading

70s Spots: Kraft Grape Jam & Mac & Cheese (1970)

“Let’s raise a toast – to Kraft Grape Jam!” We’re at the very top of the decade today with a pair of January 1970 commercials for Kraft. The first spot features Grape Jam and a French Toast meal suggestion. The … Continue reading