70s Spots: Canon Camera (Peggy Fleming) & American Express (Steve Cauthen, 1979)

“So advanced – It’s simple.” Seventies sports celebrities is our theme for the day. First, we have figure skater Peggy Fleming in a spot for the Canon AE-1 camera. Second, jockey Steve Cauthen for American Express. Both commercials aired in … Continue reading

70s Spots: Cadbury Chocolate Bar (1978) & Hostess Snacks (1979)

“You’ll get carried away with Cadbury.” Time for a pair of sweet treats. A commercial for Cadbury chocolate bars from November 1978, followed by a spot for Hostess snacks from September 1979. Cadbury Chocolate Bar Commercial (USA, 1978) Hostess Snacks … Continue reading

70s Spots: ‘The End’ (Burt Reynolds, 1978), ‘The Fish That Saved Pittsburgh’ (1979)

“He’s determined to commit suicide – even if it kills him.” Happy Funshine Friday evening! Here’s two comedic movie commercials to brighten your President’s Day weekend. First up, Burt Reynolds in The End. This promo aired on TV screens in … Continue reading

70s Spots: Revlon Mascara & Penn Tennis Balls (1979)

“Beautiful!” Nothing in common, other than the year 1979, with our two commercials today. To start, a spot from August ’79 for Revlon Super-Rich Mascara. If anyone can identify the actor-model please let me know. After that, an October ’79 … Continue reading

70s Spots: ’79 Chrysler New Yorker & Plymouth Champ (1978)

“It’s the fabulous New Yorker!” Let’s drive into some car commercials today. First up, the Chrysler New Yorker and some nice views of late 70s Manhattan. Second, the Plymouth Champ featuring a boxing theme and boxing MC Jimmy Lennon Sr.. … Continue reading

70s Spots: Mrs. Paul’s Fish Sticks (1976) & Benihana Restaurant (1979)

“Fish Sticks with a difference.” We’ve got a food theme going on today. First, we have a commercial for Mrs. Paul’s Fish Sticks from September of 1976. Second, a spot for Benihana of Tokyo restaurants from the New York City … Continue reading