80s commercials

13 Toy Commercials from the ’80s That Wouldn’t Air Today

13 Toy Commercials from the ’80s That Wouldn’t Air Today

These ‘80s toy commercials reveal how different our cultural standards around safety, gender, and representation have become.

12 Candy Commercials from the ’80s That Wouldn’t Be Allowed Today

12 Candy Commercials from the ’80s That Wouldn’t Be Allowed Today

The candy commercials of the 1980s weren’t just colorful and fun; they often crossed lines that wouldn’t pass today. From strange characters to risky messages, many ads were made before stricter advertising rules took hold. Looking back, it’s clear how much things have changed in how candy is marketed to kids.