The Real Mad Men of Advertising

5.2/10201752mReturning Series1 Season · 4 Episodes

Documentary

Follow the evolution of advertising from the 1950s through the 1980s, via interviews with the industry's top ad executives, and through classic ads and commercials.

Released: Jan 8, 2017

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Seasons

Season 1

4 episodes

Top Cast

Robert J. Thompson

Self

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