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: Noxzema ‘Cream Your Face’ (1972)

“Cream me!” Happy President’s Day! A pair of Noxzema “Cream your Face!” commercials are available for you today. The spots aired in early January of 1972 and were very likely produced in ’71. I’m sure there’s no sexual innuendo involved … 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: 9-Lives’ Morris & Purina Cat Food (1978 & ’75)

“Morris, your horoscope’s divine!” Lots of cats in the house today. First, enjoy a Morris the Cat 9-Lives spot from June 1978. This one has an oh-so-70s horoscope theme. After that, a June 1975 commercial for Purina Cat Food featuring … Continue reading

70s Spots: ‘Happy Days,’ ‘Future Cop,”Three’s Company’ (1977)

“The love story that shook the world!” A couple of ABC promos for you today. First, Happy Days and a Fonzie Loves Pinky special from January 1977. This whole Fonz and Pinky Tuscadero (Roz Kelly) ordeal was a pretty big … Continue reading

70s Spots: Oscar Mayer Wieners & Bacon (1977)

“Quality trusted for generations.” Two commercials from the Oscar Mayer organization now. Both aired in January 1977 and were likely produced in ’76 or earlier. First up, Wieners and Beef Franks (there’s a difference?) Second, it’s time for “America’s best-selling … Continue reading