“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
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“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
“You get more to like at Burger Chef.” Actor, James Cromwell (Babe) appears in this spot for Burger Chef. The commercial, featuring a child intimidated by his hamburger, aired in June of 1977. Burger Chef Commercial with James Cromwell, 1977 … Continue reading
“We’re goin’ bananas!” Greetings! Who remembers McDonald’s banana shakes? I thought you would! Drink up this fun spot from June of 1977 – it’s triple-thick! McDonald’s Banana Shake Commercial, 1977 Previously on 70s Spots: Bonanza Restaurant With Gilligan & Barney … Continue reading
“Comin’ in for good.” Here’s one for Pizza Hut’s Supreme pizza featuring a bunch of local soccer players in mismatched jerseys. The commercial aired in December of 1979. Pizza Hut ‘Soccer” Commercial, 1979 Previously on 70s Spots: Daily 70s Spot … Continue reading
“Two all-beef patties, special sauce, lettuce, cheese, pickles, onions, and a sesame seed bun.” Here we find a December 1974 spot for McDonald’s featuring the well-known Big Mac jingle. Gordon Jump (of WKRP in Cincinnati fame) makes an appearance. Sing … Continue reading