Welcome to our comprehensive guide to the 50 best commercials of all time. These ads didn’t just sell products; they became cultural landmarks.
From hilarious to heartwarming, each commercial on this list has left a lasting impression on audiences worldwide.
Dive in to get inspired by the creativity, emotion, and impact of these legendary ads.
Introduction to iconic commercials
Iconic commercials do more than just sell products; they become part of our culture. These ads stick with us because they use creativity, emotion, and great storytelling.
What makes a commercial iconic?
It’s the ability to connect with people in a way that goes beyond just showing a product. Whether they make us laugh, feel nostalgic, or think deeply, these commercials tap into feelings that make them memorable.
In this guide, we’ll look at the 50 best commercials of all time. Each one has made a lasting impact, showing how powerful advertising can be when done right.
Best animated commercials
As an animated explainer video company, animated ads have a special place in our heart.
Animation is a great way to make a memorable and timeless ad that appeals to a wide audience.
It’s also surprisingly inexpensive because you don’t have to worry about hiring locations, actors, or expensive equipment.
Let’s take a look at some of the best animated ads...
1. โDumb Ways to Dieโ (Metro)
Just look at the view count on that ad – over 310 million and counting. Most can only dream of that kind of exposure!
This ad – showing cutesy, colourful characters experiencing horrifically over-the-top deaths while singing along to a very catchy song – is brilliant for many reasons.
Not only is it delightful and funny, it also suckerpunches viewers at the end with a very real safety message: Be safe around trains.
It’s the exact opposite of what you’d expect from a public service announcement about train safety, and maybe that’s why it’s so memorable and still enjoyed today.
2. โMagical Placeโ (Toys R Us)
This beloved ad first aired in 1989 and was remastered by Toys R Us decades later to celebrate their 25th year of trading in the UK.
Mike Coogan, marketing director at Toys R Us said at the time:
This is another ad that can place a lot of its success down to a catchy soundtrack, and itโs probably not a coincidence.
Scientists have found that music stimulates almost every part of the brain, particularly the limbic system – responsible for emotion and memory.ย
This could be why some advertising jingles are so successful and catchy, and why weโre able to look back on them with fondness even decades later.
3. โThe Last Gameโ (Nike)
This beautiful 3D animated commercial from Nike was released to coincide with the 2014 world cup.
At just over 5 minutes long itโs probably considered a little lengthy for an ad, but when you have a gripping storyline, famous characters, and incredible visuals, length doesnโt really matter anymore. In fact, this ad feels and looks more like a short film.
4. โJune: Life is Better When You Share the Rideโ (Lyft)
This ad by Lyft is also a beautiful short film, directed by Academy Award winning animator, John Kahrs.
While telling an engaging and – in places – emotional story, the video also showcases different use cases for the service and builds trust in Lyft.
According to Ricardo Viramontes, the creative director for Lyft at the time:
Another nice touch about this ad (and an additional nod to the sense of community that the film explores) is the original song โMovingโ by Sir the Baptist, who was a Lyft driver for two years while pursuing his dream of becoming a hip hop artist.
5. โBack to the Startโ (Chipotle)
This touching animated ad from Chipotle shows the companyโs commitment to sustainable farming.
It stands out from the crowd when it comes to similar ads on this topic that tend to focus on shock value and upsetting imagery – and perhaps thatโs why it was so successful.
The song that drives the story is a country cover of Coldplayโs โThe Scientistโ by Willie Nelson. After the success of the ad, the song was downloaded thousands of times and (true to the message of the ad) the proceeds went to the Chipotle Cultivate Foundation which encourages sustainable farming methods.
6. โNo Palm Oilโ (Iceland)
This ad sparked many conversations and was featured across several news sites when it was banned from TV for being โtoo political.โ
According to the BBC, this was because of the connection to a body whose objects are wholly or mainly of a political nature – that body being Greenpeace.
Still, the ad was very successful online and itโs easy to see why. It looks great, it spreads an important message, and it tugs at the heartstrings of viewers.
7. โBetrayed by your Best Friendโ (Viven Health)
In this public service announcement about sepsis, a loyal dog is used as a metaphor for the bodyโs immune system.
The 2D animation, cel animation, and textures help to tell this story in a dramatic and compelling way. Plus, the video cleverly uses colours and sounds to evoke emotion.
Animation is perfect for telling stories with a metaphor – a boy and his dog become a person and their immune system. This video was received very well and won 2 Emmys!
Funniest commercials
Some of the best commercial ads ever are those that make us laugh every single time we watch them.
Funny ads are also successful because theyโre extremely shareable. Whenever people see something funny on the internet, the knee-jerk reaction is to send it to their friends.
8. โGerman Coastguardโ (Berlitz)
At first glance, thereโs nothing funny about this ad. But the punchline is definitely worth the short wait.
This ad for Berlitz – a language learning company – gets its point across in a unique and funny way. And then ends on a serious call to action: Improve your English!
9. โNew Fellaโ (IRN-BRU)
The rivalry between England and Scotland is no secret. This IRN-BRU ad cleverly plays on that fact to demonstrate their famous โIRN-BRU gets you throughโ tagline.
Every time the father in the sketch is frustrated by the Englishness of his daughterโs new boyfriend, he takes a sip of IRN-BRU and feels a little bit better.
There are many ads in this series, all following different funny scenarios that characters handle by drinking IRN-BRU. Hereโs another one (consider it a bonus video!):
10. โGet Some Nutsโ (Snickers)
As the best-selling candy bar in the entire world, Snickers could probably get away with simple, straight-forward ads. Or even no ads at all.ย
Insteads, Snickers goes all out with crazy, unpredictable ads like this one from 2007, featuring the A-Teamโs very own Mr T.
With Mr T exploding onto a football pitch in a tank to yell and throw a Snickers bar at a footballer feigning injury, you canโt help but pick your jaw up off the floor, laugh, and grab a Snickers.
11. โGet Shaved in the Headโ (Old Spice)
From one celebrity spokesperson to another, Terry Crews was the face of Old Spice for ten years and featured in several hilarious video ads like the one above.
The ads are memorable for the funny and bizarre scenarios that Terry Crews finds himself in, and also for his energetic and loud delivery.
12. โAlexa Loses her Voiceโ (Amazon)
This Amazon ad featuring a star-studded cast was originally shown during the 2017 Super Bowl.
The premise itself (Alexa losing her voice) is original and funny, but the celebrity guests make it even funnier.
With a classic insult from Gordon Ramsey, Antony Hopkins reprising his role as Hannibal Lector, and even Jeff Bezos himself featured in the video, this has got to be one of the best commercials of all time.
13. โOur Blades are F***ing Greatโ (Dollar Shave Club)
Before this ad launched, Dollar Shave Club was a tiny, virtually unknown start up. Almost 30 million views, 4 million subscribers, and a $1 billion acquisition later, and itโs safe to say this video put Dollar Shave Club on the map.
Every second of this video includes an element of humour – from the unpredictable dialogue to the strange props – and the most amazing thing?
It only cost $4,500 to make.
Weirdest commercials
The mark of a successful ad is that it helps your brand stand out from the crowd and achieve your goal.
When asked the question:
Whatโs the best way to stand out?
Some brands have answered with: Get Weird.
This theme of advertising has grown in recent years, and has actually now got its own name: โOddvertising.โ
Letโs take a look at some of the most weird and wonderful ads of all timeโฆ
14. โGorillaโ (Cadbury)
This is one of the most well known ads of all time. In fact, it was actually voted the nationโs favourite ad by the British public.
Itโs a man in a gorilla suit playing โIn the air tonightโ by Phil Collins.
Phil Rumbol, Cadburyโs newly-appointed marketing director at the time, said that it was โthe hardest thing Iโve had to sell in my career.โ
But now, Rumbol says, since the great success of the ad, โI hear of brands who go into agencies today and say โGive me a gorillaโ.โ
15. โPuppy Monkey Babyโ (Mountain Dew)
This ad for Mountain Dew is, without a doubt, the weirdest on this list (maybe the weirdest in the world). It first aired during Super Bowl 50, and it was the brandโs first in-game ad spot in 15 years.
They wanted to stand out and Puppy Monkey Baby definitely achieved that. Itโs a polarising ad with some people thinking itโs weird and creepy, and others thinking itโs brilliant. But itโs this polarity that drummed up so much attention for the ad.
It was easily the most talked about ad that year and the Puppy Monkey Baby hashtag continued trending long after the game was over.
You may be pleased to find out that the ad isnโt completely devoid of logic.
16. โTreadmillโ (Skittles)
Just like โMaybe itโs Maybellineโ or Nikeโs โJust do itโ, Skittles has a long-running, famous tagline: โTaste the rainbow.โ
This has been the Skittles tagline since the early nineties, but in recent years the brand has been experimenting with โoddvertisingโ to see how far they can really stretch it.
The treadmill ad is one of their more weird ventures, in which we see a character sweating Skittles while another character collects and eats them.
Itโs quirky. Itโs strange. And it definitely gets people talking about Skittles!
17. โGirls Donโt Poopโ (Poo Pourri)
When your product is called Poo Pourri, youโre already starting from quite a weird place. It only makes sense to take that weirdness into your video marketing campaigns.
The โGirls Donโt Poopโ video ad went viral quickly. Viewers loved the bizarre contrast between the elegantly dressed and well-spoken main character, and the subject matter she was talking about.
The video is currently creeping its way towards 50 million views and the brand has gone on to create a series of videos with the same character and toilet humour (pun intended!).
18. โA Certain Gooey Thingโ (Jammie Dodgers)
A primate. A musical instrument. Weโve been here before, havenโt we?
Itโs clear that this weird ad from Jammie Dodgers shares similarities with the Cadbury โGorillaโ ad. And it could also be argued that perhaps it influenced Mountain Dewโs โPuppy Monkey Babyโ.
The cheesy music video set up adds to the humour of this video, and the catchy (yet strange) song makes it memorable.
19. โUnskippable Elevatorโ (Geico)
In the era of skippable ads, this idea from Geico is genius – and, yes, a little bit weird.
It presents viewers with all of the information upfront – before they can skip – and then halts to a freeze frame for the rest of the video.
The great thing about this is that it keeps us watching – even though what weโre watching has really nothing more to do with Geico. Weโre just watching two guys staring at each other.
Pretty weird, but also pretty mesmerising – and memorable!
Most emotional commercials
If you canโt make them laugh, make them cry.
Thatโs definitely not a saying. But in the advertising world, sometimes it works.
Why?
People make decisions based on their emotions. So the goal of a great ad is just to make us feel something – whether thatโs humour, weirded out, or a tug on the heartstrings.
20. โSheโs Always a Womanโ (John Lewis)
John Lewis is well-known for its emotionally driven Christmas advertisements, which often aim to tug at the heartstrings of viewers.
In the “Always a Woman” ad, the story revolves around a woman’s life, showcasing various stages from childhood to adulthood, and the pivotal moments she experiences throughout. The ad uses a cover version of Billy Joel’s song “She’s Always a Woman” performed by Fyfe Dangerfield, which adds to the emotional impact of the narrative.
Thereโs no doubt this ad is impactful, but it did cost a cool ยฃ6 million to create!
21. โDonโt Drink & Driveโ (Budweiser)
This ad cleverly plays with the emotions of viewers. It lulls us into a false sense of security with an adorable montage of precious moments that all dog owners will be familiar with, and then ends with a punch in the gut.
A perfect way to spread such an important message and ensure that message lingers long after the ad is over.
22. โHeimkommenโ (EDEKA)
Sadly, the lonely older relative is a much used trope in Christmas ads. And it was beginning to get a little predictable, until this ad from EDEKA subverted all expectations.
The German supermarket gained international attention when they released this ad in 2015 – and it created quite a divisive reaction among viewers and news outlets.
USA Today called the ad a tearjerker, while Buzzfeed wrote an article about how it enraged people.
23. โCartoonโ (NSPCC)
This is another ad that subverts expectations. It begins with scenarios that would perhaps be deemed โfunnyโ if seen in a cartoon.
The final image is harrowing and the ad did receive several complaints from viewers. However, the independent television commission (ITC) decided not to uphold the complaints, stating that the imagery was:
While upsetting, thereโs no denying that the message of this ad is clear and memorable.
24. โThank You Mamaโ (P&G)
Released to coincide with the 2010 winter olympics, this ad – which feels almost like a short film – showcases the sacrifices and hard work that mothers do every single day of their childrenโs lives.
On watching, it releases a whole wave of emotions and itโs a video that everyone can feel connected to, whether youโre someoneโs parent or someoneโs child.
25. โFind Your Greatnessโ (Nike)
One shot. Thatโs it. Just one long take of someone running, a powerful voiceover, and a whole lot of emotion. This is a pretty radical departure from Nike’s usual MO – the brand of Jordan, Tiger, Serena and more.
Nike could easily have gone for a campaign that focused on superstar athletes (and in the past, they have), but with this ad they focused on the rest of us. The everyday people that want to start moving their bodies more and improving their health.
26. โGive Bloodโ (NHS)
This ad is just 30 seconds long, but in that short time it really packs a punch and delivers its message with long-lasting effect.
The milkman is an interesting device that allows the NHS to tell the story in a way that people can easily relate to, and the image of a young pregnant woman is powerful too – it really makes the viewer stop and think about the importance of donating blood.
27. โ30 Years in the Makingโ (Renault Clio)
This is another ad that makes you feel like youโre watching a short film – and what an emotional rollercoaster it is.
The love story runs parallel to Clioโs own history over the past thirty years, with different cars being featured throughout.
Although itโs a celebration of the companyโs history, they made the smart decision to have the cars take a backseat (another intentional pun – sorry!) and make the love story the focus – and itโs this that captured the heart of viewers.
Most creative commercials
When making an ad – especially in todayโs competitive video marketing world – the more creative and different you can be, the more youโre going to stand out.
Here are some ads that we think are the most creative…
28. โWomb Storiesโ (Bodyform)
In this short film, Bodyform takes the stories that are often never told – womb stories – and tells them all in beautiful, creative, and memorable ways.
Bodyform has always been a brand that isnโt afraid to go where other brands wonโt, and this video is no different.
Endometriosis, menopausal hot flashes, and miscarriage are all handled very delicately here, with an eclectic mix of animation styles, in a way that speaks directly to Bodyformโs target audience: women.
29. โScary Clown Nightโ (Burger King)
Burger Kingโs marketing team are revered in the marketing world for their ability to consistently come up with creative and inventive ideas that often make tongue-in-cheek jibes towards their main competitor: McDonalds.
This ad, featuring a terrifying clown that looks suspiciously similar to Ronald McDonald, is no exception.
And the promotion is really creative too! The call-to-action asks viewers to come to Burger King dressed as a clown and in return theyโll get a free Whopper.
Itโs the only ad on this list that actually offers the viewer something. This is definitely something to consider replicating if you want to increase the success of your campaign.
30. โBe Together. Not the Sameโ (Android)
Adorable animal videos. Itโs what the internet was made for, right?
Lots of people browse the internet looking for videos just like the ones featured in this ad. By collating them all together, Android created an experience that felt less like watching an ad and more like a genuine perusal of the internet.
But it still manages to get the point across perfectly – we donโt all need to have the same tech and the same gadgets.
This hints at Apple (Androidโs main competitor) in a similar way that the Burger King ad alludes to McDonalds, but Android does this in a slightly more covert way.
31. โMan on the Moon (John Lewis)
John Lewis takes video marketing very seriously. Their ads are always unique, and they never fail to make an impact on viewers.
This video – their 2015 Christmas ad – tells the story of a young girl who spots a lonely old man on the moon. She canโt stop thinking about him so she decides to gift him with a telescope for Christmas so that they can see each other.
Itโs a touching story and it gets the message across clearly: show someone theyโre loved this Christmas.
The reason weโve put this in the โcreativeโ category instead of the โemotionalโ or โChristmasโ sections (even though it would fit perfectly into either) is because itโs a very unique way to highlight the power of giving.
32. โMan on the Moon Spoofโ (ALDI)
You may be noticing a pattern here. This is the third โcompetitor digโ ad in our list. Spoofs like this one are so creative because they connect with the audience on a different level, and they have the power to get people talking.
This ad (along with Burger King and Android) has an instant competitive advantage because itโs like the video is sharing a private joke with viewers.
This video gets extra props because it was released so quickly after the ad that it parodies. If you can keep your finger on the pulse like this, your video marketing efforts will likely have an increased chance of success.
33. โThe Epic Splitโ (Volvo Trucks)
When Volvo wanted to demonstrate the stability and precision of the dynamic steering in their trucks, they probably thought of many different ways they could do this.
But thereโs surely no better way than to show Jean-Claude Van Damme carrying out his famous splits while giving a motivational speech as Enya plays in the background.
This is close to video marketing perfection! And thatโs why this video has over one hundred million views!
34. โKeep Upโ (Honda)
These days, people are bombarded with ads. Theyโre busy. They have the opportunity to skip. So just how do you keep them watching?
Hondaโs answer to this: challenge them.
This video cleverly challenges viewers from the first second and it kind of makes it impossible to stop watching!
The brand even released a faster version so that viewers could challenge themselves even more:
35. โColour Like No Otherโ (Sony Bravia)
Most people own a television, so itโs easy to assume that marketing and selling televisions is easy. But the question becomes: how do you differentiate your product?
Sony decided to hone in on colour. And they did it in a unique and creative way that generated a lot of buzz and attention for their brand.
It took 1 hill in San Francisco, 250,000 bouncy balls, 6 takes and 23 camera people over 4 days to capture the mesmerising footage.
36. โRecipes for Delicious Kitchensโ (IKEA)
This inventive ad by IKEA shows someone using their products as ingredients to make the perfect kitchen.
This is a fun way to highlight the freedom that people have when they build their kitchen with IKEA, and itโs also memorable because itโs such a different way to showcase their products.
Best Super Bowl commercials
Is there a more coveted video ad spot than the Super Bowl?
Probably not!
The cost of a commercial slot increases every year, reaching $7 million for a 30 second slot in 2024.ย
So, it should come as no surprise that the brands who snag a Super Bowl spot put in a whole lot of effort.
Here are some of the best from over the years…
37. โHare Jordanโ (Nike)
Before Space Jam, there was Hare Jordan. This 60 second Super Bowl ad by Nike was no doubt the catalyst for the cult classic film.
At the time it was fun, different, and spoke to parents and children alike. The use of classic Looney Tunes props, scenarios, and lines (โThatโs all folks!โ) hooked the kids, and legendary sportsman, Michael Jordan hooked the grown ups – a win-win for Nike.
38. โThe Forceโ (Volkswagen)
Cute kid? Check. Humorous storyline? Check. Star Wars reference? Check. Everything you need to make a memorable Super Bowl ad.
This ad was VWโs first Super Bowl spot in over a decade, and they knew they were competing for attention with other large automakers with more ad dollars to spend than they did. So they did something slightly controversial to try and help them stand out:
They released the ad online first.
This move was a huge success and has changed the way brands distribute their Super Bowl ads today. According to Tim Ellis, head of marketing for Volkswagen North America, โI thought if everything goes right, this thing will catch fire and go viral.โ
39. โ1984โ (Apple)
Apple’s “1984” advertisement, which aired during the Super Bowl XVIII in 1984, is widely regarded as one of the most iconic and groundbreaking commercials in advertising history.
Directed by Ridley Scott, the ad presents a dystopian vision inspired by George Orwell’s novel “1984.” In the commercial, a female athlete in vibrant clothing runs through a dark, oppressive environment filled with mindless drones.
She hurls a sledgehammer at a giant screen displaying Big Brother, representing conformity and authoritarianism.
The ad concludes with the message, “On January 24th, Apple Computer will introduce Macintosh. And you’ll see why 1984 won’t be like ‘1984’.”
40. โLorettaโ (Google)
Google’s “Loretta” ad, which aired during Super Bowl LIV in 2020, is a poignant and touching commercial that showcases the capabilities of Google Assistant while telling a heartwarming story of love and memory.
The ad begins with an elderly man using Google Assistant to recall memories of his late wife, Loretta. He speaks into the device, asking it to remember details about Loretta, such as her favourite flowers and the way she hated his moustache.
As he reminisces, Google Assistant retrieves photos and videos from their life together, allowing him to relive cherished moments.
The ad concludes with the man expressing gratitude for Google Assistant, saying, “Remember, I’m the luckiest man in the world.”
41. โItโs a Tide Adโ (Tide)
The stakes are SO high with a Super Bowl ad. Itโs a spot that brands wait for every year, it costs so much money, and the competition is huge.
You could have what you consider to be the best ad ever and all it takes is for another brandโs video to be funnier, more emotional, more unique – and yours is left in the dust.
One way to avoid that happening, as Tide discovered, is to mock every possible type of ad there is!
The Tide ad campaign, aired during the 2018 Super Bowl was a highly innovative and memorable series of commercials that brilliantly subverted traditional advertising conventions.
Led by actor David Harbour, best known for his role in the TV series “Stranger Things,” the campaign consisted of multiple short ad snippets, back-to-back, spoofing and satirising the conventions of various ad types.
This hilarious ad goes through all of the tropes weโve seen before: the laughing with your friends beer commercial, the suave car commercial, the what-am-I-watching-here perfume commercial.
42.โLemonadeโ (Bud Light Seltzer)
One thing everyone in the entire world knows for certain: 2020 wasnโt exactly planet earthโs best year.
This 2021 Super Bowl ad for Budweiser puts a clever spin on โwhen life hands you lemonsโ (referencing the 2020 pandemic) to market their new lemonade.
The result is funny, relatable, and topical.
Best Christmas commercials
Christmas ads have become a category all their own. Ever since John Lewis released their 2007 Christmas ad, โShadowsโ, brands have been in friendly competition with one another to create the best Christmas ad of the year.
It could be described as the UKโs answer to the Super Bowl, in terms of commercials. And every year the anticipation is greater!
Letโs take a look at some of the best…
43. โHolidays are Comingโ (Coca Cola)
Long before the hype of Christmas ads, there was one to rule them all.
Here in England, thereโs a saying: โItโs not Christmas until the Coca Cola ad is on TV.โ
The success of this ad now largely relies on nostalgia, but itโs a great lesson that โif it ainโt broke, donโt fix it.โ
Even as recently as 2020, the โHolidays are Comingโ ad was crowned the most effective Christmas ad of the year.
44. โSnowmanโ (IRN-BRU)
Similar to how England views the Coca Cola ad, thereโs also a saying in Scotland: โItโs not Christmas until the IRN-BRU ad is on TV.โ
So I guess we can easily determine each countryโs favourite soft drink!
This ad is a parody of the well-known Christmas movie The Snowman, and it not only checks the nostalgia box, itโs also pretty funny!
The ad reimagines the classic tale of “The Snowman” by Raymond Briggs, injecting it with a humorous twist that is quintessentially Scottish. In the ad, a young boy builds a snowman, but instead of sharing a heartwarming adventure together, they soar into the sky with a can of IRN-BRU – which the Snowman promptly steals!
45. โFather Christmas to the Rescueโ (Barbour)
This is yet another ad that uses nostalgia to strike a chord with viewers. The visual style and storytelling here matches the timeless series of Christmas stories from author Raymond Briggs. Heโs also the genius behind โThe Snowmanโ used in the IRN-BRU ad – if you spotted a similarity!
However, this ad goes deeper than nostalgia. Based on a true story, the ad demonstrates Barbourโs brand values and lets viewers know that they make jackets to last.
46. โThe Greatest Giftโ (Sainsburyโs)
This beautiful animated ad, featuring an original song performed by James Cordon, tells a heartwarming story about the importance of spending Christmas with your loved ones. Itโs also sprinkled with some great humour and scenarios everyone can relate to.
The advert follows the story of Dave, a hardworking father who finds himself caught up in the busyness of the holiday season, struggling to find the perfect gift for his family. As he juggles his responsibilities, Dave discovers that the greatest gift he can give to his loved ones is his time and presence.
James Cordon isnโt the only famous contributor to this ad. The song was composed by Oscar-winner Bret McKenzie, and the ad was directed by award-winning director Sam Fell, with stop-frame animation techniques and laser-printed puppets made by the company behind Fantastic Mr Fox.
Quite a production!
47. โThe Bear and the Hareโ (John Lewis)
John Lewis is back again! This video has everything you need for a great Christmas ad: a heartwarming story, an emotional cover of a well-known song, and amazing visuals.
Telling the tale of an unlikely friendship, The Bear and the Hare really captures the magic of Christmas. The bear, who usually hibernates through Christmas, is given the perfect gift from the hare – an alarm clock – and is able to enjoy the festivities with his friends.
This ad still holds up today. As recent as 2019, it was voted as the most emotionally engaging John Lewis Christmas ad.
48. โMonty the Penguinโ (John Lewis)
One year after The Bear and the Hare, John Lewis struck gold again with Monty the Penguin.
And they recycled a lot of the same elements. This ad also features an unlikely friendship, an emotional cover of a well-known song, and a heartwarming story about the true meaning of Christmas.
49. โChristmas Miracle (WestJet)
This ad is so great because itโs got many of the elements we recognise from the Christmas films we watch every single year: mad-dash shopping, music from The Nutcracker, and, of course, a Christmas miracle.
50. โEdgar the Dragonโ (John Lewis)
Okay, one final entry, and of course it has to be from John Lewis.
Once again, itโs easy to pick up on the pattern of an unlikely friendship paired with a cover of a well-known song, all wrapped up together with a touching story that makes viewers think about what Christmas is really all about: showing your loved ones that you care.
Final thoughts
In conclusion, these 50 commercials are a testament to the power of creativity in advertising. Whether they made us laugh, cry, or scratch our heads, they all achieved one goal: they made us remember.
If you’re looking to create unforgettable ads, take inspiration from these masterpieces.
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