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

70s Spots: Slinky Toys (1977)

“Its fun for a girl and a boy!” Two 1977 commercials now for James Industries’ Slinky toys. The first features the traditional Slinky toy but in colored plastic versions rather than the original metal. The second spot focuses on pull-toys … Continue reading

70s Spots: Coca-Cola ‘Pass It Along’ Campaign (1979)

“Coke adds…life!” A pair of spots today from Coca-Cola’s “Pass it along” ad campaign. Both commercials aired in March of 1979. The first features a variety of friendly folks passing along a bottle of coke. The second carries the same … Continue reading

70s Spots: ‘Force 10 From Navarone’ & ‘Brass Target’ (1978)

“They were outnumbered ten thousand-to-one…that made the odds just about even!” Movie time! Here’s two December 1978 TV trailers for dueling World War Two flicks. First up, Harrison Ford and Robert Shaw in Force 10 From Navarone. Second, Sophia Loren … Continue reading

70s Spots: Juicy Fruit Gum & Chip-A-Roos Cookies (1979)

“The flavor lover’s gum!” Snack time! Here’s two commercials from the fall of 1979. The first features Wrigley’s Juicy Fruit chewing gum and a magical gum tree. The second stars Sunshine Chip-A-Roos cookies with an exciting cameo by Cheez-It. Juicy … Continue reading

70s Spots: Body On Tap Shampoo (Kim Basinger) & Tame Conditioner (1978)

“Brewed with one third real beer!” Shampoo and conditioning time. Here’s two hair care commercials from 1978. The first, for Body On Tap shampoo, aired in July of ’78 and stars Academy Award-winning actor Kim Basinger. The second spot is … Continue reading