I was momentarily convinced this was Seth Green making his debut – but this actor is older than 3 and a 1/2.
“There’s more to a gold jacket than meets the eye.”
Who remembers those bright gold jackets Century 21 forced its agents to wear? Right. How could you forget? This spot was produced in 1977 and aired in April of ’78.
Previously on 70s Spots: Maxwell House ‘A.D.C.’ Coffee (1978)
Margaret Hamilton as Cora
(Maxwell House commercial, 1978)
“Good to the last drop.”
You’ve had your toast (see previous spot), now it’s time for a nice cup of coffee. Here’s the Wicked Witch of the West, Margaret Hamilton, to serve it up.
Hamilton starred as Cora the shopkeeper in a series of these Maxwell House spots. This one aired in July of 1978.
Previously on 70s Spots: Home Pride ‘Butter Top’ Bread (1978)
Got any bread, man?
“You can practically taste it with your eyes.”
Here’s a tasty Home Pride “Butter Top” bread commercial for those of you who may be feeling a mite peckish. The spot aired in April of 1978.
Previously on 70s Spots: Lip Quenchers Lipstick (1978)
So hot, ya gotta keep ’em on ice.
(Lip Quenchers commercial, 1978)
“Wet your whistle.”
Here’s one for Chapstick’s Lip Quenchers lipstick. The commercial aired in April of 1978. Whistle along.
Previously on 70s Spots: Radio Shack ‘Bicycle Radios’ (1976)
Horn and reflector built right in. All you need is a thermos and your road trip is set!
(Radio Shack commercial, 1976)
“The perfect gift for pedal-pushers.”
Here’s actor, Paul Burke in one of his many Radio Shack spots. This one, from December of 1976, shows off a collection of fancy bicycle radios.
Previously on 70s Spots: Mercury Monarch ‘Mercedes Challenge’ (1975)
More Radio Shack at Bionic Disco: Radio Shack CBs & Coleco’s ‘Combat!’ (1976 & ’77)
Mercury beats Mercedes?
(Monarch commercial, 1975)
“41 out of 50 rated Monarch’s performance superior…”
Did you know that in a test of “handling and driving-comfort” Mercury Monarch beats a Mercedes? Well, now you do. The spot below aired in May of 1975.
Like me, you’ll recognize the actor in this commercial from various film and TV appearances. Unlike me, you may be able to name him. Feel free to let me know.
*Update: Astute reader, Michael Lane has identified the actor as Arthur Hill.
Previously on 70s Spots: Grecian Formula 16 (1975)