Controversial commercials

17 Ads From the Past That Were Actually Dark

17 Ads From the Past That Were Actually Dark

These vintage advertisements seemed innocent until their disturbing messages became clear.

13 Iconic Commercials That Aired Once — and Were Pulled Immediately

13 Iconic Commercials That Aired Once — and Were Pulled Immediately

Sometimes, the most unforgettable commercials are the ones so controversial or shocking that they got pulled after just one airing, carving their place in advertising history as bold misfires and cultural lightning rods.

13 Happy Commercials That Were Hiding Real Scandals

13 Happy Commercials That Were Hiding Real Scandals

These seemingly cheerful ads masked deeper controversies, from racism and sexism to misleading claims and ethical missteps.