70s Commercials: Wink Soda, McDonald’s (‘Shaft’), G.I. Joe HQ, Schick (Mark Spitz) (1970-73)

“The sassy one!” Greetings! Let’s get up-to-date with the month of May. Here’s a collection of vintage lookers spanning the first years of the decade; 1970 to 1973. First up, it’s sassy time with Canada Dry’s Wink soda (starring Lara … Continue reading

70s Commercials: McDonald’s ‘Quarter Pounder Person,’ Listerine, ‘Blansky’s Beauties,’ Maxim Coffee (1977)

All right, let’s get back up to speed. Here’s a splendid batch of good time commercials from 1977. Start off with McDonald’s and their “Quarter Pounder Person” campaign and continue with Listerine, ABC promos for Blansky’s Beauties, Fish, and Starsky … Continue reading

70s Commercials: McDonald’s ‘Musical,’ Timex, Westinghouse, Pepto-Bismol ‘Napoleon’ (1970-71)

“You deserve a break today!” Greetings, Bionic People. I hope US-based readers are enjoying the 3-day weekend. I’m certainly happy to have some extra time to do things like update this here site. Today, you’ll find spots from the 1970-71 … Continue reading

70s Commercials: McDonald’s, Orange Plus, Lux, Allerest (1971)

It’s all 1971 today. Have a look at four vintage spots featuring McDonald’s (change back on your dollar!), Birds Eye Orange Plus, Lux liquid (with Sandy Duncan and Christopher Hewett), and Allerest allergy tablets. Have a good weekend and I’ll … Continue reading

70s Commercials: Sara Lee, Pepto-Bismol, McDonald’s Fries, Baby Peek-A-Boo (1970-72)

Yes, that’s a young Edward Herrmann contemplating a french fry in the above photo. Today, we’re loitering in the early seventies and I’ve got the usual set of dusty but delightful spots for you. Enjoy commercials for Sara Lee chocolate … Continue reading

70s Commercials: Old Spice, McDonald’s Gift Certificates, Kraft Holiday Meals, Dutch Masters (Xmas, 1972-79)

Presenting the last batch of holiday commercials for the season. In order of year, you’ll find spots for Dutch Masters, Kraft, Old Spice, and McDonald’s. Here’s wishing the very best to you and yours! To all who celebrate, have a … Continue reading