70s Commercials: Big Wally, Leggy Dolls, Mercury Comet, RCA TVs (1972-73)

“Lifts the dirt right off the wall.” Greetings! Today, on this extended weekend, we turn our sights to 1972 and ’73. We’ll lead off with a commercial for Big Wally (starring Beverly Sanders and Denny Miller). Following that foaming fabulousness, … Continue reading

70s Commercials: Close-Up, Ideal Dolls, ‘The FBI,’ Timex (1970-71)

Spooling the reels back to the top of the decade once again for a new batch of vintage spots. Let’s revel in the joys of Close-Up toothpaste, Ideal’s Mia & Kerry dolls (with Linda Blair), Efrem Zimbalist Jr. in The … Continue reading

70s Commercials: Sara Lee, Pepto-Bismol, McDonald’s Fries, Baby Peek-A-Boo (1970-72)

Yes, that’s a young Edward Herrmann contemplating a french fry in the above photo. Today, we’re loitering in the early seventies and I’ve got the usual set of dusty but delightful spots for you. Enjoy commercials for Sara Lee chocolate … Continue reading

70s Commercials: Presto Burger, Hugabee’s Doll, La Choy, Rain Barrel (1975-76)

We’re spooling the reels back to 1975 & 1976 today. Right ahead, you’ll find 30: second wonders for Presto Burger (with Marc McClure, Nora Denney, and Paul Barselou), Romper Room’s Hugabee’s dolls, La Choy Chinese vegetables, and Rain Barrel fabric … Continue reading

70s Commercials: Barbie, Schlitz, Winnie-The-Pooh, Chuck Wagon (1975-76)

I’ve got a fun batch of seventies commercials for your viewing pleasure today. From 1975, we have Sears Winnie-the-Pooh clothing and Chuck Wagon dog food. From 1976, Schlitz beer with Larry “CHiPs” Wilcox and Superstar Barbie with Judy “Dyna Girl” … Continue reading

70s Commercials: Kraft Mac & Cheese, Howard Cosell, Leggy Dolls (1971-72)

I’ve got some seventies advertising for you today. Surprised? I didn’t think so. First, two spots from 1971; Kraft Macaroni & Cheese Dinner and Brunswick’s Blueberry Fling bowling ball. Second, from ’72; Fruit of the Loom underwear starring Howard Cosell … Continue reading