Successful TV spots are always known for their attention-grabbing and memorable quality -- whether pulling at viewers' heart strings or making them laugh unexpectedly -- and these September 2016 commercials do just that.
In addition to standouts like comedic air safety ads that parody pre-flight instruction videos, other notable examples include parody reality show competitions that are actually used to promote a popular cereal. Additionally funny kid's fashion ads are another standout that make young viewers in anticipation of back to school shopping trips.
When looking at the month's more sentimental ads, notable examples include empowering Muslim campaigns that dispel negative stereotypes linked to religion and gender along with friendship-themed auto commercials that simultaneously celebrate the latest Olympic games in Rio.
Top 80 Commercial Trends in September
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Future Olympian Ads
This 'Fatherly' Ad Shows Kids with Incredible Talent and Supportive Parents
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Parody Pop Ads
In Reference to a Cindy Crawford Pepsi Ad, 'SumOfUs' Reveals the Brand's Eco Damage
73
Retro Automobile Ad Collections
'Automobile Design Graphics' Gathers Artful 20th Century Brochures
72
Parent-Centered Cannabis Ads
The CDPHE Tells Parents to Educate Their Kids on Safe Marijuana Use
71
Theatrical Flavor Commericals
These Texas Pete Ads Show the Power of the Flavor Its Products Offer
70
Poetic Multicultural Smartphone Ads
This iPhone Commercial Features the Voice of Maya Angelou
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Vertical Video Ads
The 'Flipboard' App Has a New Video Feature for Advertisers
68
Identity-Celebrating Ads
This Clairol Hair Color Ad Stars Transgender Model Tracey Norman
67
Criminal Car Rental Ads
This Commercial Features Prisoners Escaping with a Rented Car
66
Scanning App Commercials
This Commercial Was Created for a Scanning App Targeted at Students
65
Personified Food Pop-Ups
This Human Fast Food Vending Machine Surprises People at a Laundromat
64
Pleasure-Focused Chocolate Commercials
This Dove Chocolate Ad Follows a Woman Living for Pleasure
63
Marginalized Athlete Ads
Powerade's Ad Tributes Shakur Stevenson's Rise to the Olympics
62
Anti-Abuse Beer Ads
'Cerveza Tecate' Defines Men By How They Treat Women in This Commercial
61
Visualized Home Temperature Commercials
Mitsubishi Electric's Ads Show Custom Home Temperatures
60
Shakespearean Toothpaste Commercials
Crest's Back-to-School Ad Touts the Benefits of Oral Care
59
Abandoned Shopping Cart Ads
'RetailMeNot' Humorously Depicts Unpurchased Online Shopping Carts
58
Comedic Kids' Fashion Ads
This Old Navy Back to School Ad Features Amy Schumer as the Cool Aunt
57
Animal-Themed Olympic Ads
The BBC Sport Olympic Ad Features Jungle Animals Performing Athletics
56
Promoted Social Media Videos
Pinterest is Rolling out a 'Promoted Videos' Feature for Advertisers
55
360-Degree Fragrance Films
Charlotte Tilbury's Debut Fragrance is Being Teased with a VR Film
54
Friendship-Themed Auto Ads
Toyota's Olympic Campaign Celebrates the Beauty of Friendship
53
Realistic Back-to-School Ads
The New Staples Ad Deals with Kids Destroying Their School Supplies
52
Confessional Canine Campaigns
Schmackos' 'Canine Confessions' Hears from Different Breeds
51
Split-Screen Luxury Ads
The Seabourn Cruise Line Ad Shows the Unique Experiences Offered Onboard
50
Unconventional Beauty Ads
This Dove Commercial Follows the Story of an Androgynous Model
49
Fast Food Luggage Ads
Bojangles Gave Travelers Full Meals on Airport Luggage Conveyor Belts
48
Enchanting Theme Park Ads
The 'Wongderland' Commercials Show Services That are Made from Dreams
47
Boundary-Pushing Olympic Ads
Nike's 'Unlimited' Campaign Goes Beyond the Brand's Signature Tagline
46
80s Feline Commercials
'Temptations' Uses Nostalgia & a Cat Band to Promote its Kitty Treats
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Sporty Social Media Campaigns
Ford's New Snapchat Ad Plays on the Spirit of the Olympic Games
44
Monstrous Corn Dog Ads
Foster Farm's Commercial Depicts a Small Boy with a Huge Appetite
43
Cat-Centered Car Ads
Honda's Cat Ads Show Furry Felines Falling in Love with Vehicles
42
Heartfelt Ramadan Taxi Ads
This 'Go-Jek' Ad Focuses on Families to Show the Importance of Drivers
41
Media-Mocking Soccer Ads
This adidas Commercial References Media Soccer Coverage Satirically
40
Multi-Role Phone Commercials
Christoph Waltz Humorously Portrays the New Samsung Phone's Many Uses
39
Targeted Insurance Ads
'CoverFox' Hunted Users to Bombard Them with Funny Insurance Reminders
38
Personified Beef Ads
This Wendy's Commercial Shows That Frozen Beef Patties Aren't Welcome
37
Kid-Driven Car Ads
BMW Korea Got Little Kids to Drive a Car Around a Race Track
36
80s School Supply Ads
This Walmart Commercial Shows Kids Reinterpreting a Whitesnake Song
35
Olympic Outfitter TV Ads
This Commercial Showcases Ralph Lauren's Olympic Apparel
34
Simplified Furniture Ads
'Let's Relax' by IKEA Reminds That Furniture is Meant to Be Functional
33
Humorous Innuendo Ads
SiriusXM Canada's 'Dick's Pizza' Ad is a Cheeky Way to Promote a Contest
32
Adventurous Telecom Campaigns
Rogers' 'Roam Like Home' Campaign Spotlights International Coverage
31
Cannabis Drink Commercials
This Ad for the 'Legal' Drink Explores Flavor Through Song
30
Smartphone Storage Jab Ads
Google Photos' Ad for 'Free Up Space' Teases iPhone Users
29
Slow Motion Clothing Commericals
Uniqlo Lifewear's Ad Considers Why People Wear What They Do
28
Forgettable Celebrity Ads
Footlocker Uses C-List Stars to Prove That It's Important to "Stand Out"
27
Inconsiderate Donor Ads
'Donate Life' Shows Even Rude People Can Save Lives with Organ Donation
26
Undercooked Chicken PSAs
This Campaign Warns Consumers About the Dangers of Undercooked Chicken
25
Rapper Apparel Commercials
The YG 4HUNNID Collection Was Showcased with a Promotional Music Video
24
Luxe Pop-Up Commericals
The Givenchy Essentials Video Preps Consumers for a Temporary Tokyo Store
23
Familial Fast Food Commercials
McDonald's South Africa Focuses on Sibling Love in This Commercial
22
Celebrity Music Video Ads
Football and Grime Come Together in This New adidas Commercial
21
Sweaty Olympic Ads
Gatorade Sweat is a Selling Point for Its Beverage in This Commercial
20
Olympic Payment Technology Ads
The Olympics Commercial Shows the Ways Customers Can Pay With Visa
19
Car-Focused Clothing Ads
This Commercial Considers the Outcome of Dressing Well Everyday
18
Empowering Muslim Campaigns
Hijup.com Shows How Women Wearing Hijabs are Fighting Controversy
17
Celebrity Storytelling Ads
'Wild Turkey Bourbon' Shows Its History Through Authentic Short Films
16
Emotional Pregnancy Vitamin Ads
Elevit Exposes How Chinese Mothers Have to Go to Ultrasounds Alone
15
Collegiate Computer Campaigns
Windows 10's 'College Students' Ad Depicts Two Regular Students
14
Puppy Origin Commercials
The Humane Society of the US Exposes the Sad Prevalence of Puppy Mills
13
Travel-Oriented Olympic Ads
Air Canada's 'Fly the Flag' Ad Celebrates the Beauty of Travel
12
Child-Written Promotional Campaigns
Target's Back-to-School Ads were Written and Directed by Kids
11
Customer-Focused Rental Ads
Enterprise UK Emphasizes Customer Service Through Cultural Differences
10
Anti-Vegetable Burger Ads
This Video Promotes the Complete Lack of Greens in the Wendy's Baconator
9
Anti-Police Brutality Campaigns
Campaign Zero's Star-Studded PSA Addresses US Racial Injustice
8
Olympic-Inspired Cereal Ads
This Ad Features the Lucky Charms Leprechaun Helping a Pole Vaulter
7
Auditory Tequila Campaigns
This Herradura Tequila Ad Visualizes the 'Sound of Smoothness'
6
Unbranded Beer Commercials
The 'Golden Challenge' Ad Features Long Jump Record Holder Bob Beamon
5
Designer-Focused Furniture Ads
This Video Tributes the People Featured in the New IKEA Catalogue
4
Comedic Air Safety Videos
Air New Zealand Promotes Safe Flying Through a Hollywood Parody
3
Stereotype-Defying Healthcare Ads
Planned Parenthood Highlights Its Health Services in This Ad
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Missing Letter Ads
NHS Blood and Transplant Drop Letters from Everyday Signs to Encourage Donors
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Comprehensive Clinic Commercials
The New Planned Parenthood Ad Reveals the Clinic's Many Services
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Batman-Themed Kitchen Appliances
Paul Parsons Creates Themed Kitchen Appliance Concepts
Nostalgic Winter Intimates Campaigns
SKIMS' Holiday Campaign Was Inspired by Vintage Magazines
Horror-Themed Phone Campaigns
Samsung's Join the Flip Side Takes Cues from 90s Horror Movies
Playful Pet Accident Campaigns
IKEA Unveils the Don't Worry, You Can Afford It Campaign
Teddy Bear Outerwear
Build-A-Bear Cuddly Couture Shares Cozy, Warm Styles
Grocery Store Runway Shows
Lidl Created a Runway Show Inspired by London Fashion Week
Ingenious De-Influencing Ads
Cuyana's De-Influencing April Fool's Campaign Highlights Greenwashing
Sporty Fashion Spring Campaigns
adidas Originals Introduces the 1000 Back Campaign
80s-Inspired Pet-Friendly Cereals
BARK Presents the Snack Pack of Colorful Cereal Boxes
Parenthood Beer Campaigns
Coors Light Celebrates Parents with 'Cheers to Parenthood' Campaign
Empowering Body-Confidence Sports Ads
Dove's 2024 Super Bowl Ad Will Inspire Young Girls
AI-Powered Travel Campaigns
Samsonite's Bring It 2024 Campaign Exudes Timeless Style & Durability
Employee Fragrance Campaigns
Lidl's Fragrance Campaign Features Local Talent with Celebrity Names
Inclusive Beauty Campaigns
The e.l.f. 'Judge Beauty' Campaign Will be Featured at Super Bowl 2024
Hilarious Judicial Beauty Ads
e.l.f. Cosmetics Debuts "Judge Beauty" Campaign
Lazy Cereal Campaigns
SURREAL Cereal Cheekily Pokes Fun at New Year's Resolutions
Inspiring Leftover Ads
Hellmann's Mayo Cat Super Bowl Ad Uses Mayonnaise to Fight Food Waste
Fast Food-Inspired Beachy Campaigns
Leo Burnett Italia Unveils a New Summery McDonald's Campaign
Candid Furniture Campaigns
Life is Not an IKEA Catalog Shows a Different Side of Home Products
Fake Ketchup Campaigns
This Heinz Campaign Exposes "Ketchup Fraud"
Personalized Cereal Boxes
General Mills Just Unveiled Cheerios Name Boxes for American Heart Month
Tuna Advent Calendars
Bumble Bee Seafoods Launched the Tuna Lovers' Advent Calendar
Convention-Challenging AC Campaigns
Samsung's WindFree Ad Stars a Savvy Grandma-Fluencer
Logo-Centric Soccer Campaigns
Apple Introduces the MLS Seasons Pass Campaign Visuals
Gen Alpha Marketing Campaigns
Claire's is Targeting TikTok Growth for its Latest Ads Spending
Experiential Mental Well-Being Events
Batiste's Refresh & Reflect Events Connect & Uplift Students
Time Travel Fast Food Ads
These McDonald's Ads Take People Back in Time to Escape Inflation
Gen Z-Targeted Fruit Snacks
Gushers and Fruit by the Foot Received Logo Refreshes
Craveable Soda Packaging
Sprite is Reviving Its Obey Your Thirst Campaign for a New Generation
Architecture-Inspired QSR Ads
This New McDonald’s Campaign Encourages Eating at Home
Cosmetic Criminal Commercials
Elf's Cosmetic Criminals Ad is a 15-Minute True Crime Parody
Connected Gamer Campaigns
Heineken's Just Another Night Out Shatters Anti-Social Stereotypes
Seasonal Autumn Treats
Target Launches a Fall-Themed Private Label Sweets Collection
Springtime Holiday Cereal Branding
Lucky Charms Limited-Edition Packaging is Here for Spring
Sensorial Beer Campaigns
Feel the Alps Captures the Essence of Edelweiss
Soda Logo Rebranding Campaigns
Pepsi's New Logo Goes Across the Globe with a Bright Light Show
Humorous Collab Fashion Campaigns
Barbour and Maison Kitsuné Launches a New Campaign
Channel-Switching Commercials
This Tubi Super Bowl Ad Tricked Millions of Sports Viewers
Smart Shopping Cart Ads
Instacart Unveiled Ads for Its AI-Powered Caper Carts
Cartoon Underdog Soda Campaigns
Tractor Beverage Company Launches a Moving New Campaign
Creative-Focused Sportswear Campaigns
adidas Celebrates Creativity with Ama Qamata and Dee Koala
Smile-Reflecting Toothpaste Campaigns
Colgate & Oglivy Create the #FreeYourSmile campaign
Illusory Yogurt Billboards
Müller Yogurt is Relaunching a 90s Favorite with a Gen Z Twist
Confetti-Filled Snacking Commercials
Frito-Lay Launches the Taste of Super Bowl Campaign
Supersized Delivery Sweepstakes
DoorDash's Big Game Ad Shares Stuff from All the Ads with a Winner
Celebrity-Fronted Fashion Campaigns
The New Calvin Klein Campaign Features Many Celebrities
Traveling Fine Art Campaigns
EasyJet's Get Out There Features Mona Lisa, The Thinker and More
Creativity Time Capsules
Crayola's Campaign for Creativity Reunites Adults with Childhood Art
70s-Style Cat Snack Ads
Temptations' Creamy Purrrr-ée Treats Star in a Nostalgic Holiday Ad
Humorous Period Care Campaigns
Thinx's New Period Underwear is Introduced in an Ad by OBERLAND
Anti-Sexist Beer Campaigns
Miller Lite Launches ‘Bad $#!T to Good $#!T’ Ahead of Women’s Day
Travel-Focused Marketing Guides
TikTok Debuts a Playbook for Travel Marketers to Foster Engagement
Erectile Dysfunction Medication Ads
Phoenix Wants to Help Canadian Men ‘Rise Again’
Firebrand Chef Cracker Ads
Triscuit Leverages Gordon Ramsay in Unapologetically Wholesome Campaign
AR Yogurt Packaging
Chobani's Interactive Yogurt Packaging Engages Snackers for Halloween
Scented Fast Food Billboards
McDonald's Set Up a French Fry-Scented Billboard
Comedic Laundry Campaigns
Tide Partners with Kumail Nanjiani in a New Campaign
Connected Beer Jerseys
Miller Lite's Running of the Beer Ads Turns Fans into Walking Billboards
Extraterrestrial Influencer Campaigns
MoonPie's Alien Acquisition Shares Ads for Extraterrestrials
Nostalgic Flavor Campaigns
Knorr Introduces the Taste of Home Campaign
Adorable Holiday Campaigns
Burberry's Holiday Campaign Spotlights Dogs and Ducklings
Meme-Inspired Sauces
Heinz's Limited-Edition Sauce Drops Revisit Fleeting Moments of Fame
Kindness-Encouraging Soda Campaigns
The Coca-Cola 'The World Needs More Santas' Ad is Festive
Humorous Natural Deodorant Campaigns
The Every Man Jack 'Still Smell Good' Campaign is Catchy
Gen X Candy Campaigns
Klondike's Bar-cade Campaign Engages Gen X Consumers
Nostalgic Fragrance Campaigns
Impulse & Frankie Bridge Faithfully Recreated Iconic 90s Looks
Dynamic Fall-Centric Fashion Shows
JORDANLUCA Unveils FW24 During Milan Fashion Week
Super Bowl Commercial Contests
Doritos is Giving 1 Fan a Chance to Star in a Super Bowl Commercial
Fruity Multi-Colored Cereals
Trader Joe's Tiny Fruity Cuties Cereal Features Fun Fruity Flavors
Affordable Back-to-School Campaigns
Staples Canada Embraces the Theme of '90s Throwback Pricing
Dramatized Caramel Candy Ads
Reese's Big Game Ad Shows Exaggerated, Relatable Reactions to Change
Nostalgic Television Channels
PBS Retro is a Vintage Television Channel Remembering the Past
Ketchup Obsession Campaigns
'It Has to Be Heinz' Spotlights Fans' Intense Love of Heinz Products
Tongue-In-Cheek Soda Campaigns
Pepsi Jokes at Coca-Cola in It's Tastes Better Campaign
Shoppable Luxury Fashion Films
Tom Ford Allows Consumers to Seamlessly Shop Its Spring 2024 RTW
Candid Celebration Campaigns
Edible's "There's an edible for That" Celebrates Even Awkward Moments
Unsubscribing Activity Campaigns
Unsubscribe for Sports Challenges Canadians to Get Active
Cookie-Twisting Commercials
The OREO Super Bowl 2024 Spot Revisits Pivotal Moments in History
Influencer Snack Bar Campaigns
Nature Valley Launches a Social-Oriented Digital Marketing Campaign
Footballer-Backed Global Campaigns
Pepsi Unveils the 'Where There's a Ball There's a Way' Campaign
Spooky Seasonal Soda Promotions
This Fanta Halloween Promotion Offers the Biggest Rewards Yet
Summertime Americana Chip Branding
The Pringles Fourth of July Branding is Patriotic
Music-Inspired Campaigns
The New Pepsi Campaign Features Bad Bunny
Wellness Drink Mix Promotions
This Horlicks On-Pack Promotion Supports New Year Wellness
Cereal-Inspired Accessories
Pebbles Cereal & Susan Alexandra Collaborated on Vibrant Designs
Senior-Focused Meal Kit Campaigns
Parsley Box is Emphasizing its Value to the Stay-at-Home Family
Remixed Spiced Cheese Snacks
These Frito-Lay Snacks Include New and Returning Flavors
Creator-Celebrating Campaigns
The Frito-Lay My Joy Campaign Celebrates Creators of All Backgrounds
Recycled Ad Campaigns
Mars is Reusing Fan-Favorite Ads to Bring Attention to Climate Change
Empowering Car Ads
CarMax's New Ad Campaign Takes a Witty Approach
Blockbuster Shopping Campaigns
Walmart Reunited the Mean Girls Cast for Its Black Friday Ads
Tax-Season Online Campaigns
These Video Ad Spots Urge Canadians to Take Advantage Of Tax Benefits
Reality-Bending Car Ads
CarGurus Ad Features Melting Lego and Gourmet Chef Toddlers
Spooky Street Ad Experiences
These Fanta Halloween Projections Took Over a Busy Stockholm Street
Nostalgic Shopping Ads
The Rakuten Big Game Campaign Revives Alicia Silverstone as Cher Horowitz
Condiment-Celebrating Hot Dog Ads
HEINZ Just Launched the 'Hot Dogs are Not a Contest' Movement
Irreverent Ethical Soap Campaigns
Pure Rush Soap's New Ad is a Fresh Take on Sustainable Branding
Novela-Inspired Liqueur Ads
Kahlúa's Spots Bring Excitement to Everyday Occasions
Changemaker Automotive Campaigns
The Ford Explorer Men's Only Edition Highlights Female Innovators
Australian Yogurt Campaigns
Yoplait Launches a New Platform and Marketing Campaign with AJF
Hyper-Local Gym Ads
GymBox's Made for London Life Ads Juxtapose City Living and Gym-Going
Cheeky Series Star Campaigns
MTN DEW Debuts a New Superbowl Ad with Aubrey Plaza
Flame-Grilled Billboards
This Fiery Billboard Promotes the Flame Grilled Whopper-Flavored Doritos
Expansive Seasonal Confectionery Collections
The Nestlé Christmas 2023 Range Has New and Old Faves
Vacation Rental Campaigns
Airbnb Debuts an Animated Ad That Celebrates Booking a Place to Yourself
Functional Militaristic Fall Apparel
maharishi Presents its New Campaign for the FW23 Season
Playful Coffee Packaging
Sunday Coffee Project's Packaging is Inspired by Cereal Boxes
Hilarious Fandom Cheese Campaigns
Beecher’s Handmade Cheese Launches First-Ever Paid Ad Campaign
No-Nonsense Cereal Campaigns
'Shreddie for Anything' Challenges Complicated Morning Routines
Seasonal Grocery Collections
Kroger Co. Unveils the 14-Piece 'Harvest Apple' Autumn Collection
Personalized Grocery Billboard Campaigns
Tesco Ireland Gets a New Live-Prompt Campaign
Cargo-Honoring Fashion Campaigns
Peachy Den Highlights its Mimi Cargo Pants in a Campaign
Age-Inclusive Father's Day Campaigns
Brooks Brothers' Latest Campaign Celebrates Dads
Hispanic Heritage Grocer Campaigns
Southeastern Grocers are Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month
Risk-Worthy Snack Ads
The Super Bowl Pringles Ad Shares a Snack That's Worth Getting Stuck With
Cranberry Season Campaigns
Ocean Spray's How You Cran Celebrates a Favorite Holiday Flavor
Review-Based Marketing Campaigns
These Amazon Campaigns Bring Real Reviews To Life
Snacking Mishap Campaigns
The Other Hand by Cheetos Shows Snackers Who Refuse to Put the Bag Down
Plant-Based QSR Campaigns
Burger King's Confusing Times Campaign is Made with DAVID Madrid
Modern Digitized Bookshelves
September is a Digital Bookshelf Where You Can Display Achievements
Pop Culture Airline Costumes
easyJet's Crew Traded easyJet Uniforms for Iconic Eurovision Outfits
Big-Screen Cat Ads
INABA is Celebrating National Cat Day with "the Ultimate Cat Video"
Halloween-Inspired Retail Capsules
Target Debuts a New Private-Label Halloween Capsule for October
Inspiring Heritage Campaigns
Comcast's 'Be the Next Story Told' Spot Celebrates Hispanic History
Confectionary Candy Debuts
Hancocks Debuts a Series of Candies for the Autumn Season
Mayonnaise Pairing Ads
Hellmann's Big Game Ad Stars Pete Davidson, John Hamm & Brie Larson
Comforting Oat Bar Ads
Humanaut Launches a Campaign for Bobo's, Highlighting Home-Baked Taste
Limited-Edition Breakfast Cereals
These Disney Cereals Come in Two Themed Varieties
Grocery Store Ad Spots
Morrisons, the UK Supermarket Chain, Celebrates Its Low Pricing in This Ad
Categorized Podcast Genres
Apple's Podcasts App Launches a New Organized Update Feature
Heritage Month Sports Campaigns
ESPN's 'Somos' Campaign Celebrates Hispanic Sports Icons
Seasonal Grocer Celebrations
Natural Grocers AUTUMNFEST Offers Ample Discounts
Wholesome Kingpin Ads
The PopCorners Super Bowl Commercial Reimagines Breaking Bad
Diverse Lunchbox Campaigns
All Flavours Welcome by Ritz Celebrates Cultural Differences
New Year Sandwich Promotions
This Urban Eat On-Pack Promo Offers Hundreds of Prizes Up for Grabs
Autumnal Private Label Products
These SEG Seasonal Own Brands Products are Limited-Edition
Sweat-Themed Comedy Specials
Secret Clinical Deodorant Hosted a Live Comedy Special
Parent-Focused TV Campaigns
NatureFresh's TV Campaign Explores How Active Parenting Benefits Kids
Back-to-School Loyalty Sweepstakes
The Good Rewards Anniversary Sweepstakes is Launching Now
Festive Chip Campaigns
KETTLE Chips' Christmas Campaign Features 24 Days of Prizes