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The Real Mad Men of Advertising

Series Overview

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.

Broadcast Schedule & Network Information

Airing status, episode counts, upcoming schedule, and network syndication.

Returning SeriesIn ProductionDocumentary
Original Network
Smithsonian Channel
Histoire TV
Episodes & Seasons

1 Season • 4 Episodes

52 min per episode

Air Date Window

2017 – Present

Premiered: Sun, Jan 8, 2017

Created By

Creative Production Team

Latest Aired Episode

Aired: Mon, Jan 30, 2017

Season 1, Episode 4: “The 1980s”

See how advertisers used a new optimism and new technology to sell big in the "Greed is Good" era.

Seasons & Episodes Breakdown

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: TV-PG

TV-PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — Contains material parents may find unsuitable for younger children.

International Certification Matrix

France (CNC)12

Interdit aux moins de 12 ans — 12+ only.

United States (MPAA)TV-PG

Parental Guidance Suggested — Contains material parents may find unsuitable for younger children.

Germany (FSK)12

FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.

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What is The Real Mad Men of Advertising about?

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.

How many seasons does The Real Mad Men of Advertising have?

The Real Mad Men of Advertising comprises 1 season available to explore.

Who stars in The Real Mad Men of Advertising?

Key cast members in The Real Mad Men of Advertising include Robert J. Thompson.

Who created or directed The Real Mad Men of Advertising?

The Real Mad Men of Advertising was developed and directed by Not specified.