Mr. Bubble, Western hero
“Take a bath with Mr. Bubble!”
Here’s a classic, animated Mr. Bubble commercial with an Old West theme from September of 1974. I was a fan of ol’ Mr. Bubble and had a few tubfuls of the stuff as a youngster.
After the bubbles, we have a spot from February ’74 for Parker Brothers’ Mille Bornes card game. According to Wikipedia, Mille Bornes means “a thousand milestones.”
Previously on 70s Spots: ‘Ice Capades’ (1978) & ‘A Chorus Line’ (1979)
Not flamingos, but an incredible simulation.
(Ice Capades, 1978)
“A dazzling jubilee of fun and color!”
Let’s take in a show! First, we’ll visit the Ice Capades’ “Magic”-themed extravaganza in a commercial from March 1978. Afterwards, we’ll take our seats for the touring production of A Chorus Line in November of 1979.
Previously on 70s Spots: ‘Captain & Tennille’ Show & Avon Cosmetics (1977)
Daring Daryl Dragon lighting up the screen
“It’s the new 1977 Capt. and Tennille!”
Happy 1977 Day! (Yeah, I just made that up). Here’s a pair of commercials from that double-digit year. First up, a January ABC promo for the Captain & Tennille show. Guest stars include Marilyn McCoo, Billy Davis Jr., John Byner, Muhammad Ali, and Joe Namath.
Second, an April ’77 commercial for Avon featuring a home visit from the “Avon Lady.”
Previously on 70s Spots: ’75 Ford Mustang II & Granada (1974)
More Captain & Tennille at Bionic Disco: Music For Monday: Captain & Tennille, ‘Muskrat Love’ (1976)
More Avon at Bionic Disco: Daily 70s Spot: Avon ‘Tempo’ Fragrance (1978)
‘I got this fabulous car that drives me out of my mind…’
“It’s incredible – and it’s mine!”
A pair of Ford commercials today that show off the upcoming 1975 models. In spot one, we’re offered four versions of the Mustang II, along with the Southern California lifestyle and a take on the tune “You’re Sixteen.”
In spot two, the Ford Granada drives around what I believe is Palm Springs, California. Both commercials aired in September of 1974.
Previously on 70s Spots: Skittle Bingo (Don Adams) & Aurora Xlerators Race Cars (1973)
‘Skuttle Bingo by Bangy!”
“Who asked ya?”
Two commercials from Aurora are on display today. First, we find Don Adams as a gangster and Joey Forman as the Bingo Master in A Skittle Bingo commercial from September 1973.
Second, an October 1973 spot for the Xlerators race set. “From Aurora!”
Previously on 70s Spots: Kraft Grape Jam & Mac & Cheese (1970)
Krafty!
“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 second spot offers up Macaroni & Cheese recipes.
Previously on 70s Spots: Slinky Toys (1977)