Commercials

15 Toys That Looked Cooler in the Commercial Than in Real Life

15 Toys That Looked Cooler in the Commercial Than in Real Life

From stretchy dolls to futuristic laser battles, these iconic toys promised mind-blowing adventures in their commercials—but in real life, they often fell far short of the hype, leaving kids disappointed and tangled in frustration.

11 Kids’ Shoes Everyone Wanted Because of the Commercials

11 Kids’ Shoes Everyone Wanted Because of the Commercials

Sometimes, all it took was a catchy jingle or a wild TV ad to make a pair of shoes the most wanted item at school. In the ‘80s, ‘90s, and early 2000s, kids’ shoe commercials turned ordinary sneakers into must-have magic.

14 Iconic ’80s Commercial Slogans No One Uses Anymore

14 Iconic ’80s Commercial Slogans No One Uses Anymore

A blast from the past, these unforgettable '80s commercial slogans once ruled the airwaves and shaped pop culture—before vanishing like a bubble.

11 Celebrities You Forgot Starred in Old TV Commercials

11 Celebrities You Forgot Starred in Old TV Commercials

Before they were famous, these celebrities were selling soda, burgers, and shampoo on your TV screen—and you probably didn’t even notice.

17 Toy Commercials from the ’80s You Can Still Hear in Your Head

17 Toy Commercials from the ’80s You Can Still Hear in Your Head

These ’80s toy commercials didn’t just sell you stuff, but they moved into your brain and never left.

15 Old-School NASCAR Ads That Are Totally Bonkers Now

15 Old-School NASCAR Ads That Are Totally Bonkers Now

NASCAR has always been known for its fast cars, big personalities, and loud promotions. Back then, some advertisements used to promote the sport and its stars were wild, strange, and completely out of place.