70s Spots: ‘Force 10 From Navarone’ & ‘Brass Target’ (1978)

“They were outnumbered ten thousand-to-one…that made the odds just about even!” Movie time! Here’s two December 1978 TV trailers for dueling World War Two flicks. First up, Harrison Ford and Robert Shaw in Force 10 From Navarone. Second, Sophia Loren … Continue reading

70s Spots: Juicy Fruit Gum & Chip-A-Roos Cookies (1979)

“The flavor lover’s gum!” Snack time! Here’s two commercials from the fall of 1979. The first features Wrigley’s Juicy Fruit chewing gum and a magical gum tree. The second stars Sunshine Chip-A-Roos cookies with an exciting cameo by Cheez-It. Juicy … Continue reading

70s Spots: Body On Tap Shampoo (Kim Basinger) & Tame Conditioner (1978)

“Brewed with one third real beer!” Shampoo and conditioning time. Here’s two hair care commercials from 1978. The first, for Body On Tap shampoo, aired in July of ’78 and stars Academy Award-winning actor Kim Basinger. The second spot is … Continue reading

70s Spots: Zenith ‘Chromacolor’ TV Sets (1970 & ’72)

“Only Zenith has it.” A pair of commercials for Zenith Chromacolor television sets today. First up, from September 1970, actor Ron Masak is in the market for a compact model. Second, a not-scary-at-all clown shows off the virtues of Zenith’s … Continue reading

70s Spots: ‘Pepperidge Farm Remembers’ (1979)

“‘Cause Pepperidge Farm remembers!” A pair of November 1979 commercials for Pepperidge Farm rolling out today. The commercials feature longtime spokesperson Titus Moody (aka actor Charles C. Welch who took over in ’79 for Parker Fennelly). Toast ’em and enjoy. … Continue reading

70s Spots: Poppin’ Fresh Cinnamon Rolls & Folger’s Coffee Crystals (1979)

“Make Magic with Poppin’ Fresh Dough.” Let’s take a cinnamon rolls and coffee break. First, enjoy a spot for Pillsbury’ Poppin’ Fresh Cinnamon Rolls in a commercial featuring actors Dana Hill, Roger Bowen, and Arlene Golonka. The spot carries a … Continue reading