“Take a look at the people – in ‘People’ this week.” Here’s a good spot for People magazine that really brings you back to a specific time in the fall of 1977. Robert Blake is the featured cover story (with … Continue reading
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“Softens. Freshens. Helps rinse out static cling.” Here’s another one of those judgemental Downy fabric softener “April Fresh” commercials from 1977. This one aired in June of ’77. Downy ‘April Fresh’ Commercial, 1977 Previously on 70s Spots: Bold Detergent ‘Polyester’ … Continue reading
“Bold got the polyester clean as the cotton!” It’s likely been a while since you struggled to clean your sporty polyester jacket. Here’s Bold detergent to show you how to achieve desirable washing results. The spot aired in June of … Continue reading
“Try Alka-2. It’s the one you chew.” Here’s two spots for a new product from Alka-Seltzer: Alka-2. No need for any of that “plop plop fizz fizz” business – just pop ’em in your mouth and chew. The commercials aired … Continue reading
“Bring a big appetite, but don’t bring a lot of money.” Greetings, me hearties! The actor playing the lead pirate in this Long John Silver’s spot looks and sounds like Richard B. Shull (Holmes & Yo-Yo). If it isn’t him, … Continue reading
“The delicious change of taste!” Continuing the restaurant theme I seem to be following this week, here’s one for Arby’s from June of 1977. Enjoy your sammich. Arby’s Restaurant Commercial, 1977 Previously on 70s Spots: Burger Chef (James Cromwell, 1977) … Continue reading