70s Spots: Budweiser & Schlitz Light ‘Oktoberfest’ (James Coburn, 1977)

“Budweiser!” October is here! In the spirit of the impending autumn – here’s two American beer spots celebrating Oktoberfest. First, we have a Budweiser commercial with a “Bavarian Festival” on display. Second, James Coburn in cowboy duds gets his Oktober … Continue reading

70s Spots: Clint Eastwood & Scripto Easy Roller (1978)

“Watch out! Clint Eastwood is headed your way!” Here’s a TV spot advertising the original release of Clint Eastwood’s Every Which Way But Loose. The promo aired on Christmas Day, 1978. After that, a Star Wars-influenced sci fi comedy commercial … Continue reading

70s Spots: Sears ‘Candy’ & ‘Spectacular’ (1977)

“I like the candy!” Two Sears commercials can be found below. First up, some customer testimonials including a child’s enthusiasm for the candy department. The spot aired in November of 1977. Second, a spot from June ’77 featuring an “Appliance … Continue reading

70s Spots: Purina Puppy Chow & Cat Chow (1977)

“Chow, chow, chow!” Purina pet food time with two spots from 1977. First, we have an animated Puppy Chow commercial featuring the voice of Sterling Holloway (Winnie the Pooh). Second, dancing cats and a famous jingle in a spot for … Continue reading

70s Spots: Chevy Nova Police Cars & Monte Carlo (1977)

“Put a little distance between yourself and the crowd.” Two Chevy commercials from November of 1977 for you today. First up, Jacksonville, Florida’s Nova police car line-up. After that, a spot for the “Third Generation” 1978 Monte Carlo. Chevy Nova … Continue reading