Inspiring Leftover Ads

Hellmann's Mayo Cat Super Bowl Ad Uses Mayonnaise to Fight Food Waste

During the second quarter of the Super Bowl LVIII, fans can look forward to Hellmann's Mayo Cat ad. The fourth consecutive Big Game spot from the brand stars award-winning actress and comedian Kate McKinnon, actor and comedian Pete Davidson and the iconic Mayo Cat.

The 30-second ad, Mayo Cat shares how viewers can save leftovers and reduce food waste with mayonnaise. The ad opens with Kate going through her fridge following the Big Game and Mayo Cat inspires her to transform her leftovers into something more satisfying. This realization, and the revelation that her cat can talk, kick-starts morning show appearances, book signings and motivational speeches and more.

This ad plays into the brand's Make Taste, Not Waste platform, which celebrates creativity in the kitchen to reduce food waste at home with leftover creations.

Food Waste Reduction
The Hellmann's Mayo Cat ad promotes using mayonnaise to transform leftovers and reduce food waste.
Creative Kitchen
The ad encourages viewers to utilize their creativity in the kitchen to make tasty meals from leftovers.
Celebrity Endorsement
The presence of Kate McKinnon and Pete Davidson in the ad highlights the trend of using celebrities to promote sustainability initiatives.

Industries Being Reshaped

Food Products
The ad showcases the versatile uses of mayonnaise, presenting opportunities for innovation in condiment and food product industries.
Entertainment
The Mayo Cat ad features comedic actors and a talking cat, suggesting opportunities for entertainment companies to leverage humor and animal characters in their marketing campaigns.
Sustainability
The ad aligns with the trend of sustainability and eco-friendly practices, presenting opportunities for businesses in the sustainability and waste management sectors.
SCORE
6.6 out of 10
GENDER
50% Men50% Women
MARKETTop markets: North America
GENERATION
  • Gen Z
  • Gen Alpha
  • Gen X
  • Millennial (primary audience)
POPULARITY
Popularity 88%
Activity 85%
Freshness 24%