Infomercials once filled TV screens with enthusiastic pitches for products that seemed too strange or too good to be true. Many of these items promised to change daily life but quietly disappeared after a brief moment in the spotlight. Some were useful, some were odd, and others left people wondering if they ever existed at all.
Some theme park rides were just too intense, strange, or ambitious to stick around for long. They promised thrills like no other but often crossed the line into discomfort or danger. While short-lived, these attractions left behind unforgettable memories for those brave enough to ride.
When Derrick Henry gets going, defenders bounce off him like flies on a windshield. His size, speed, and refusal to go down turn ordinary plays into unforgettable runs. From regular season explosions to playoff heroics, he's made a habit of proving he's one of the most powerful running backs in football history.
These 13 fast food commercials from the 1980s caused a stir due to their controversy, bizarre nature, or sheer over-the-topness.
These cartoons caused a stir, and then vanished when no one was looking.
This list shows 18 products that were marketed to children but probably should not have been.