{"id":298553,"date":"2024-11-19T09:59:23","date_gmt":"2024-11-19T09:59:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wyzowl.com\/?p=298553"},"modified":"2024-12-04T14:55:03","modified_gmt":"2024-12-04T14:55:03","slug":"christmas-ads-2024","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wyzowl.com\/christmas-ads-2024\/","title":{"rendered":"Ultimate Christmas Ads List 2024"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"bsf_rt_marker\"><\/div>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you want something to get you in the Christmas spirit, or need some <a href=\"https:\/\/wyzowl.com\/motivational-videos\/\">video marketing inspiration<\/a>, check out our ultimate list of this year&#8217;s Christmas ads.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We\u2019ve found as many as we can and included them right here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Enjoy!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_John_Lewis\"><\/span><strong>1. John Lewis<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"The Gifting Hour | John Lewis &amp; Partners | Christmas Ad 2024\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/55ghIHTaRzM?feature=oembed\"  allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Let\u2019s take a look at the most anticipated first! This sweet, 2 minute video tells the story of two sisters and their relationship ups and downs throughout their lives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There\u2019s a nod to Narnia as one sister travels through some coats in John Lewis and into a magical wardrobe that takes her back in time to help her get the context she needs to find the perfect gift.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-blank-yellow-Z1FHQcH wp-block-lazyblock-blank-yellow\"><div style=\"background:rgba(255,182,18,1); padding:20px; border-radius:10px; margin-bottom:1.4em; color:rgba(255,255,255,1)\">\n  <strong>The message:<\/strong> The secret to finding the perfect gift is knowing where to look.\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Disney\"><\/span><strong>2. Disney<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"A Disney Holiday Short: The Boy &amp; The Octopus\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/rd3Sgx2GDeM?feature=oembed\"  allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is Disney, so of course they\u2019re going to include an anthropomorphised animated animal, and of course we\u2019re going to love it.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At 4 minutes, it\u2019s more of a short film than a traditional ad. The story follows a young boy who finds an octopus at the beach and shows the little creature all of the things it wouldn\u2019t be able to experience in the ocean, all while an instrumental version of <em>Part of Your World<\/em> plays in the background.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are many nods to Disney characters throughout and the story ends with the octopus being taken on Santa\u2019s sleigh so that it can travel the world.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-blank-yellow-2d5d4i wp-block-lazyblock-blank-yellow\"><div style=\"background:rgba(255,182,18,1); padding:20px; border-radius:10px; margin-bottom:1.4em; color:rgba(255,255,255,1)\">\n  <strong>The message: <\/strong>The greatest journeys start with a dream.\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Barbour\"><\/span><strong>3. Barbour&nbsp;<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"? Shaun the Sheep x Barbour ? Christmas Advert 2024\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/8XS_SG76kQ0?feature=oembed\"  allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Barbour loves to <a href=\"https:\/\/wyzowl.com\/animated-video\/\">use animation<\/a> in their Christmas ads and this is their second year in a row collaborating with Aardman Animations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This video is fun, it\u2019s whimsical, it features well-known, well-loved characters, and it appeals to adults and children alike. And, from a marketing perspective, there\u2019s subtle product placement!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-blank-yellow-Z1NbCwQ wp-block-lazyblock-blank-yellow\"><div style=\"background:rgba(255,182,18,1); padding:20px; border-radius:10px; margin-bottom:1.4em; color:rgba(255,255,255,1)\">\n  <strong>The message: <\/strong>Give the gift of warmth with <em>Baa<\/em>bour.\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-article-1pY2Xp wp-block-lazyblock-article\"><div style=\"color:#666666; font-size:16px; font-weight:bold; padding-left: 20px;\">\n  <i class=\"fa-solid fa-file-lines\" style=\"margin-right:5px\"><\/i>Recommended Article\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"background:#eeeeee; padding:20px; border-radius:10px; margin-bottom:1.4em; display:flex;\">\n  <div class=\"recommended-article-featured-holder\" style=\"margin-right:15px;\">\n    <div><a href=\"https:\/\/wyzowl.com\/types-of-animation\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/wyzowl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/6-Types-of-Animation-Used-by-Brands-Plus-Examples.png?fit=1000%2C500&amp;quality=80&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"Animation Styles\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n  <\/div>\n  <div>\n    <div style=\"margin-bottom:5px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/wyzowl.com\/types-of-animation\/\" style=\"font-weight:bold; color:#333333; font-size: 20px; font-family: 'Inter',Tahoma,Helvetica,Arial,sans-serif;\">11 Types of Animation Styles (With Examples)<\/a><\/div>\n    <div style=\"color:#666666;\">There are 11 types of animation that are especially popular with brands. We\u2019ve overviewed each style and included some awesome examples to inspire you.<\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_M_S\"><\/span><strong>4. M&amp;S<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"M&amp;S Christmas Food | 2024 Christmas Advert\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/QTTzlhq82tE?feature=oembed\"  allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is the fourth year that M&amp;S is using their Christmas mascot <em>Fairy<\/em>, voiced by Dawn French. But it\u2019s the <em>first <\/em>year that Dawn French herself is appearing alongside the animated character!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is a fun and relatable video about getting ready for a Christmas party. And it allows M&amp;S to highlight all of the wonderful food that they have on offer throughout the festive season.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-blank-yellow-225k4o wp-block-lazyblock-blank-yellow\"><div style=\"background:rgba(255,182,18,1); padding:20px; border-radius:10px; margin-bottom:1.4em; color:rgba(255,255,255,1)\">\n  <strong>The message: <\/strong>M&amp;S Christmas food is for all the best parties.\u00a0\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Tesco\"><\/span><strong>5. Tesco&nbsp;<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Helping #FeedYourChristmasSpirit | Tesco Christmas Advert 2024\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Xfw_rm81UkQ?feature=oembed\"  allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This 3 minute ad takes a while to get Christmassy. At the start, we follow a builder called Gary as he finishes work and visits his granddad. It\u2019s only when his granddad offers him some Tesco gingerbread biscuits that Christmas cheer fills the screen.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Gary begins to see gingerbread everywhere and as the story unfolds we realise that this is because his late grandmother used to make gingerbread houses with him every Christmas.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It\u2019s a touching story that highlights the importance of spending time with family at Christmas.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-blank-yellow-Z2d6G5O wp-block-lazyblock-blank-yellow\"><div style=\"background:rgba(255,182,18,1); padding:20px; border-radius:10px; margin-bottom:1.4em; color:rgba(255,255,255,1)\">\n  <strong>The message: <\/strong>Tesco helps feed your Christmas spirit.\u00a0\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Argos\"><\/span><strong>6. Argos<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Rockstar | Argos Christmas Ad 2024\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Gkp0wRLQ3xo?feature=oembed\"  allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Now for something a little more light-hearted. This fun Christmas ad from Argos features the brand\u2019s mascots Connie and Trev.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Trev is having a daydream about being a rockstar and when he wakes up Connie gives him a present that will help him get one step closer to his dream. It\u2019s simple, short, and sweet!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-blank-yellow-Zp7MQy wp-block-lazyblock-blank-yellow\"><div style=\"background:rgba(255,182,18,1); padding:20px; border-radius:10px; margin-bottom:1.4em; color:rgba(255,255,255,1)\">\n  <strong>The message: <\/strong>Whatever they\u2019re dreaming of, there\u2019s more to Argos.\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Sainsburys\"><\/span><strong>7. Sainsbury\u2019s<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Sainsbury&#039;s BIG Christmas\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/I8dczAGg-Qg?feature=oembed\"  allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This <a href=\"https:\/\/wyzowl.com\/video-ad-production\/\">video ad<\/a> features yet another animated character &#8211; <em>we\u2019re sensing a theme here!<\/em>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sainsbury\u2019s have done a great job with making this Christmas video feel warm, fuzzy, and familiar &#8211; all of the feelings you want to associate with the holiday season.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Inspired by Roald Dahl, the video features the BFG partnering up with a real-life Sainsbury\u2019s employee called Sophie (just like the character in the book) to make Christmas special.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The ad closes with a voiceover by none other than Stephen Fry. Safe to say Sainsbury\u2019s pulled out all the stops for this one!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-blank-yellow-1liCMQ wp-block-lazyblock-blank-yellow\"><div style=\"background:rgba(255,182,18,1); padding:20px; border-radius:10px; margin-bottom:1.4em; color:rgba(255,255,255,1)\">\n  <strong>The message:<\/strong> Go BIG this Christmas, with Sainsbury\u2019s.\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-article-Z1j5VLJ wp-block-lazyblock-article\"><div style=\"color:#666666; font-size:16px; font-weight:bold; padding-left: 20px;\">\n  <i class=\"fa-solid fa-file-lines\" style=\"margin-right:5px\"><\/i>Recommended Article\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"background:#eeeeee; padding:20px; border-radius:10px; margin-bottom:1.4em; display:flex;\">\n  <div class=\"recommended-article-featured-holder\" style=\"margin-right:15px;\">\n    <div><a href=\"https:\/\/wyzowl.com\/animated-ads\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/wyzowl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/20-of-the-Best-Animated-Commercial-Videos.png?fit=1000%2C500&amp;quality=80&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n  <\/div>\n  <div>\n    <div style=\"margin-bottom:5px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/wyzowl.com\/animated-ads\/\" style=\"font-weight:bold; color:#333333; font-size: 20px; font-family: 'Inter',Tahoma,Helvetica,Arial,sans-serif;\">26 Amazing Examples of Animated Ads<\/a><\/div>\n    <div style=\"color:#666666;\">Animation has a way of engaging viewers like no other medium can. But what do the best animated video ads look like? Here are 29 amazing examples!<\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Boots\"><\/span><strong>8. Boots<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Boots Christmas Advert 2024 | #MakeMagic | Boots UK\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/ncTd0Wfk6QE?feature=oembed\"  allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Boots love to highlight women in their ads all year round, and at Christmas it makes even more sense when you consider that\u2026<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-statistic-hXQlj wp-block-lazyblock-statistic\"><div style=\"color:rgba(5,47,95,1); font-size:16px; font-weight:bold; padding-left: 20px;\">\n  <i class=\"fa-solid fa-chart-mixed\" style=\"margin-right:5px\"><\/i>Statistic\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"background:rgba(5,47,95,1); padding:20px; border-radius:10px; margin-bottom:1.4em; color:rgba(255,255,255,1);\">\n  <strong>Two thirds of women say they or another female are responsible for their household\u2019s Christmas shopping.\u00a0<\/strong>\n  <div style=\"margin-top:5px; font-size:14px;\">\n    <strong>Source: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nbcnews.com\/business\/consumer\/men-think-they-do-all-holiday-shopping-women-beg-differ-n694026\" style=\"text-decoration: underline; color:rgba(255,255,255,1);\">NBC<\/a>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Debates over who shops more aside, this is a fun ad that shifts the focus from Santa and onto all of the elves that help him get the work done, along with Mrs Claus, of course!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-blank-yellow-Z7yTtO wp-block-lazyblock-blank-yellow\"><div style=\"background:rgba(255,182,18,1); padding:20px; border-radius:10px; margin-bottom:1.4em; color:rgba(255,255,255,1)\">\n  <strong>The message: <\/strong>Make magic.\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Amazon\"><\/span><strong>9. Amazon<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Amazon Midnight Opus - Holiday 2024\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/ecV3E779MfU?feature=oembed\"  allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is probably the least outwardly <em>Christmassy <\/em>video on our list, but it\u2019s still a joy to watch and definitely something that can get you feeling festive.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The story follows a theatre janitor with a wonderful voice. His colleagues hear him singing and buy him everything he needs (using Amazon, of course!) to put on a magnificent performance for them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It\u2019s touching and has a strong message that will no doubt resonate with a lot of people.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-blank-yellow-ZMpRWm wp-block-lazyblock-blank-yellow\"><div style=\"background:rgba(255,182,18,1); padding:20px; border-radius:10px; margin-bottom:1.4em; color:rgba(255,255,255,1)\">\n  <strong>The message: <\/strong>What the world needs now is love.\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Aldi\"><\/span><strong>10. Aldi&nbsp;<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Get into the Christmas Spirit with Kevin The Carrot | Aldi Christmas Advert 2024\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/dJ1vQesB9hk?feature=oembed\"  allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Kevin the Carrot is a permanent fixture of Aldi Christmas videos, making his first appearance all the way back in 2016.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This video ad plays out more like a short Christmas movie. With <a href=\"https:\/\/wyzowl.com\/corporate-animation\/\">magical animation<\/a> and a rhyming voiceover by Jim Broadbent, it\u2019s reminiscent of the \u2018<em>T\u2019was the night before Christmas<\/em>\u2019 poem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The loveable and mischievous Kevin appeals to kids and grown-ups alike!<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-blank-yellow-Z1VWYiq wp-block-lazyblock-blank-yellow\"><div style=\"background:rgba(255,182,18,1); padding:20px; border-radius:10px; margin-bottom:1.4em; color:rgba(255,255,255,1)\">\n  <strong>The message:<\/strong> Get into the Christmas spirit!\u00a0\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"11_Lidl\"><\/span><strong>11. Lidl<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Lidl Presents: A Magical Christmas | TV Advert 2024 | Lidl GB\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/3iPshsgPC9w?feature=oembed\"  allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Straight into another video with a rhyming voiceover, this time from Lidl. This Christmas video tells the story of a girl who\u2019s given a magical bell that makes wishes come true.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While others in her family wish for things they want, she wishes to give a gift to a child in need, and then invites him to play sledding with her for a big \u2018<em>happy ever after<\/em>\u2019 finale.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This video is packed with all the feels and also finishes by reminding viewers to gift a toy to a child in need through Lidl\u2019s toy bank.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-blank-yellow-2vpKqX wp-block-lazyblock-blank-yellow\"><div style=\"background:rgba(255,182,18,1); padding:20px; border-radius:10px; margin-bottom:1.4em; color:rgba(255,255,255,1)\">\n  <strong>The message: <\/strong>Share the magic.\u00a0\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"12_Waitrose\"><\/span><strong>12. Waitrose<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Sweet Suspicion: A Waitrose Mystery | Christmas Advert 2024 | Waitrose\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/I4Ll30xiwAU?feature=oembed\"  allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Waitrose went all out for their Christmas ad this year and we LOVE it! The cosy mystery features some very famous faces, including Sian Clifford, Joe Wilkinson, and the star, Matthew Macfayden.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The premise is simple: the family are together for Christmas dinner, but someone has stolen the pudding! Matthew Macfayden plays the detective trying to figure out <em>whodunnit<\/em>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This video is fun, festive, and got tons of people talking online. An additional stroke of genius from Waitrose is that the video ended on a cliffhanger, stating that part two was \u2018<em>coming soon<\/em>.\u2019<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">And, released a couple of weeks later, here it is: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"A Waitrose Mystery: Solved | Christmas Advert 2024 | Waitrose\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/uO6hDK5GGww?feature=oembed\"  allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This mystery garnered a lot of attention for Waitrose and we wouldn&#8217;t be surprised if they bring it back again next year! <\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-blank-yellow-xE2rB wp-block-lazyblock-blank-yellow\"><div style=\"background:rgba(255,182,18,1); padding:20px; border-radius:10px; margin-bottom:1.4em; color:rgba(255,255,255,1)\">\n  <strong>The message: <\/strong>Food to feel good about. \n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"13_Morrisons\"><\/span><strong>13. Morrisons<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Morrisons Christmas Tv Ad 2024 - 60s\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/zPRt0TPbPWg?feature=oembed\"  allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Morrisons has brought back its singing oven gloves for the second Christmas in a row. This time the GloveOke song is <em>Give a Little Love<\/em> and it\u2019s actually performed by a 26-member choir of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.marketingweek.com\/morrisons-oven-gloves-christmas-2024\/\">Morrisons colleagues<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This light-hearted, 60 second video puts the focus on Morrisons\u2019 food and the various staff members who prepare it for customers in store.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-blank-yellow-ZhVp6z wp-block-lazyblock-blank-yellow\"><div style=\"background:rgba(255,182,18,1); padding:20px; border-radius:10px; margin-bottom:1.4em; color:rgba(255,255,255,1)\">\n  <strong>The message:<\/strong> Give a little love.\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"14_o2\"><\/span><strong>14. o2<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"O2 Christmas Advert | Snowing SIMs\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/CxTKyx1YuoQ?feature=oembed\"  allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Christmas is a time for giving, and so it\u2019s always great to see a brand focus their annual ad campaign around a charitable cause.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This poignant video from o2 highlights the issue of data poverty, which can leave people feeling disconnected, especially around the festive period.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The visual of the \u2018snowing SIMs\u2019 is a magical way to share their message, and the video ends with the company\u2019s declaration to give free data to those who need it most.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-blank-yellow-lkfEB wp-block-lazyblock-blank-yellow\"><div style=\"background:rgba(255,182,18,1); padding:20px; border-radius:10px; margin-bottom:1.4em; color:rgba(255,255,255,1)\">\n  <strong>The message: <\/strong>See what you can do.\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"15_Shelter\"><\/span><strong>15. Shelter<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"World Of Our Own - Shelter Scotland&#039;s 2024 Winter Ad\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/utdBk9STlfM?feature=oembed\"  allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Speaking of charity, here\u2019s another video from Shelter. This one really tugs on the heartstrings.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The story follows a father and his daughter as they use their imagination as an outlet for them to escape from the reality of their difficult living situation.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Christmas is the perfect time for <a href=\"https:\/\/wyzowl.com\/charity-video-production\/\">charities<\/a> to increase their marketing efforts as donations usually increase in December.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-blank-yellow-Z1vqmIQ wp-block-lazyblock-blank-yellow\"><div style=\"background:rgba(255,182,18,1); padding:20px; border-radius:10px; margin-bottom:1.4em; color:rgba(255,255,255,1)\">\n  <strong>The message:<\/strong> Love alone can\u2019t protect a child from homelessness.\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-article-1MXnlY wp-block-lazyblock-article\"><div style=\"color:#666666; font-size:16px; font-weight:bold; padding-left: 20px;\">\n  <i class=\"fa-solid fa-file-lines\" style=\"margin-right:5px\"><\/i>Recommended Article\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"background:#eeeeee; padding:20px; border-radius:10px; margin-bottom:1.4em; display:flex;\">\n  <div class=\"recommended-article-featured-holder\" style=\"margin-right:15px;\">\n    <div><a href=\"https:\/\/wyzowl.com\/best-nonprofit-videos\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/wyzowl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/20-Best-Nonprofit-Explainer-Videos.png?fit=1000%2C500&amp;quality=80&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"Best-Nonprofit-Explainer-Videos\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n  <\/div>\n  <div>\n    <div style=\"margin-bottom:5px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/wyzowl.com\/best-nonprofit-videos\/\" style=\"font-weight:bold; color:#333333; font-size: 20px; font-family: 'Inter',Tahoma,Helvetica,Arial,sans-serif;\">20 Best Nonprofit Explainer Videos<\/a><\/div>\n    <div style=\"color:#666666;\">We&#8217;re going to look at 20 of the best nonprofit explainer videos to see what we can learn from them!<\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"16_Asda\"><\/span><strong>16. Asda<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Asda Gnome of Christmas\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/A6HITAAtPEI?feature=oembed\"  allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This Christmas video from Asda is a bit \u2018<em>out there<\/em>\u2019, but it\u2019s nice to have some eccentricity in the mix!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The video features lots of gnomes (<em>and a huge amount of gnome-related puns!<\/em>) helping Asda staff get their store ready for Christmas. It definitely puts a fun and adventurous spin on festive decorating!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-blank-yellow-Zqgnby wp-block-lazyblock-blank-yellow\"><div style=\"background:rgba(255,182,18,1); padding:20px; border-radius:10px; margin-bottom:1.4em; color:rgba(255,255,255,1)\">\n  <strong>The message:<\/strong> Asda: The <s>gnome<\/s> home of Christmas.\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"17_TK_Maxx\"><\/span><strong>17. TK Maxx<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"TK Maxx - Christmas 2024\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/KIWGwuFLkJM?feature=oembed\"  allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This hilarious 30 second video captures how great it feels to grab a bargain while Christmas shopping.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The story features different gift giving situations with performers bursting in at exactly the right moment, singing and dancing to the well-known Black Eyed Peas song \u2018<em>Shut up<\/em>\u2019, to prevent people from blurting out how much they saved by shopping at TK Maxx.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It\u2019s funny, unique, and memorable.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-blank-yellow-Zx0bav wp-block-lazyblock-blank-yellow\"><div style=\"background:rgba(255,182,18,1); padding:20px; border-radius:10px; margin-bottom:1.4em; color:rgba(255,255,255,1)\">\n  <strong>The message: <\/strong>TK Maxx has prices you can\u2019t keep to yourself.\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"18_Greggs\"><\/span><strong>18. Greggs<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Greggs 2024 Christmas advert with Nigella Lawson\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Od48ghXtNbo?feature=oembed\"  allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Who had Nigella eating Greggs on their 2024 bingo card?&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Us neither. But it\u2019s kind of perfect!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The juxtaposition of the two brands adds a tongue-in-cheek element to the ad and works to grab the attention of viewers immediately. And Nigella keeps them there &#8211; who doesn\u2019t love listening to her describe food? It makes your stomach rumble!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Plus, there\u2019s a classic Christmas song and lovely festive backdrop to boot. If there\u2019s such a thing as a Christmas ad checklist then we think this one probably ticks every box.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-blank-yellow-1cnxqc wp-block-lazyblock-blank-yellow\"><div style=\"background:rgba(255,182,18,1); padding:20px; border-radius:10px; margin-bottom:1.4em; color:rgba(255,255,255,1)\">\n  <strong>The message: <\/strong>Bag some joy.\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"19_Debenhams\"><\/span><strong>19. Debenhams<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Gifts to impress, minus the stress? Duh, Debenhams.\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/zKra9jW5BIo?feature=oembed\"  allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The last physical Debenhams shop closed in 2021, as the department store struggled to recover from the pandemic. And in this clever video three years later, they\u2019re leaning into their online presence.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">By highlighting ways in which online shopping beats in-store shopping (no issues with poor weather or long queues, for example!), the ad cleverly markets Debenhams as a great alternative.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-blank-yellow-1cH5Yo wp-block-lazyblock-blank-yellow\"><div style=\"background:rgba(255,182,18,1); padding:20px; border-radius:10px; margin-bottom:1.4em; color:rgba(255,255,255,1)\">\n  <strong>The message: <\/strong>Duh, Debenhams.\u00a0\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"20_Matalan\"><\/span><strong>20. Matalan<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"It&#039;s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year...Right? ? | Matalan Christmas TV Ad\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/xtMy-V0zS84?feature=oembed\"  allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This 30 second ad is a video of two halves. The first half shows the Christmas that everyone dreams about: an idyllic party with family and friends. The second half shows the reality of Christmas\u2026 and it\u2019s very relatable!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Kids fighting over games, eating too much chocolate, delivery drivers coming at the wrong time.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It\u2019s a great way for Matalan to let viewers know that they understand what the most wonderful time of the year is<em> really <\/em>like.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-blank-yellow-Z2tWIjJ wp-block-lazyblock-blank-yellow\"><div style=\"background:rgba(255,182,18,1); padding:20px; border-radius:10px; margin-bottom:1.4em; color:rgba(255,255,255,1)\">\n  <strong>The message: <\/strong>We get it. We\u2019ve got you.\u00a0\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"21_Myer\"><\/span><strong>21. Myer<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Share the Joy this Christmas at Myer\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/F2nloan0Hjw?feature=oembed\"  allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This ad from Myer has its very own version of the Grinch &#8211; a little pink monster that hates everything to do with Christmas. It looks like all is going to be resolved when a little girl gifts the monster with some boots, but then we cut to them both wearing boots and stomping on baubles.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This comical and unexpected ending makes this video ad super memorable and definitely gets people talking.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-blank-yellow-1qqqP7 wp-block-lazyblock-blank-yellow\"><div style=\"background:rgba(255,182,18,1); padding:20px; border-radius:10px; margin-bottom:1.4em; color:rgba(255,255,255,1)\">\n  <strong>The message: <\/strong>Gifts for the naughty and the nice.\u00a0\u00a0\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"22_Etsy\"><\/span><strong>22. Etsy<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Etsy Holiday Commercial | Waldo Anthem\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/eYgOUJIgd7c?feature=oembed\"  allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is a very unusual ad. In fact, the only way to really know it\u2019s a Christmas advert is because it\u2019s set during the holiday season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The video shows Wally (from <em>Where\u2019s Wally<\/em>) travelling the world, so as viewers we get to see lots of different cultures celebrating Christmas time.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It\u2019s all wrapped up neatly at the end as Wally meets his loved one and says \u2018<em>Sometimes it takes someone who really knows you<\/em>\u2019 as he receives the perfect gift. All of a sudden the ad becomes very Christmassy! It\u2019s definitely a lesson in ending your video ads strongly so that viewers are more likely to remember them.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-blank-yellow-JXBsF wp-block-lazyblock-blank-yellow\"><div style=\"background:rgba(255,182,18,1); padding:20px; border-radius:10px; margin-bottom:1.4em; color:rgba(255,255,255,1)\">\n  <strong>The message: <\/strong>Gifts that say \u2018<em>I get you.<\/em>\u2019\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"23_The_Perfume_Shop\"><\/span><strong>23. The Perfume Shop<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"The Perfume Shop Christmas 2024\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/FrW7k358lfA?feature=oembed\"  allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We haven\u2019t seen the big man in red featured in many Christmas ads this year, so it\u2019s nice to see him front and centre in this video for The Perfume Shop.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We follow Santa on his typical Christmas Eve escapades as he travels in his sleigh, leaves presents under the tree, eats mince pies, and tries not to get caught!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The video ends with Santa receiving a present from Mrs. Claus after his hard night at work. It\u2019s as festive and heart-warming as a scene from any Christmas movie!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-blank-yellow-ZArguv wp-block-lazyblock-blank-yellow\"><div style=\"background:rgba(255,182,18,1); padding:20px; border-radius:10px; margin-bottom:1.4em; color:rgba(255,255,255,1)\">\n  <strong>The message: <\/strong>We all deserve something special.\u00a0\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"24_Starbucks\"><\/span><strong>24. Starbucks<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Starbucks\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/CBJKw5tT1Nk?feature=oembed\"  allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yet another animated video! We\u2019re loving seeing all of the animation utilised this year to create warm and memorable Christmas videos.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-blank-yellow-1fHlr3 wp-block-lazyblock-blank-yellow\"><div style=\"background:rgba(255,182,18,1); padding:20px; border-radius:10px; margin-bottom:1.4em; color:rgba(255,255,255,1)\">\n  <em><strong>Interested in seeing what animation can do for your brand? Take a look at our <a href=\"https:\/\/wyzowl.com\/animated-video\/\">animated videos page<\/a> to find out more!\u00a0<\/strong><\/em>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This ad from Starbucks does a fantastic job of representing all of the chaos of Christmas and then positioning themselves &#8211; and their festive drinks menu &#8211; as a solace from all that.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-blank-yellow-Z26KCGX wp-block-lazyblock-blank-yellow\"><div style=\"background:rgba(255,182,18,1); padding:20px; border-radius:10px; margin-bottom:1.4em; color:rgba(255,255,255,1)\">\n  <strong>The message: <\/strong>Drink in. Breathe out.\u00a0\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"25_Nespresso\"><\/span><strong>25. Nespresso<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Nespresso - David Beckham Unforgettable Festive Moments | UK &amp; IE\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/tN8dcUxx560?feature=oembed\"  allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Who doesn\u2019t love a hot drink at Christmas time?<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This festive tale features a snowman that starts off sad but is then made happy as he\u2019s decorated with football memorabilia, surrounded by Christmas lights, and given a special Nespresso pod nose.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Oh, and it\u2019s David Beckham\u2019s snowman. Did we mention that?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This one is short but very sweet.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-blank-yellow-5J2iz wp-block-lazyblock-blank-yellow\"><div style=\"background:rgba(255,182,18,1); padding:20px; border-radius:10px; margin-bottom:1.4em; color:rgba(255,255,255,1)\">\n  <strong>The message:<\/strong> Unforgettable festive moments.\u00a0\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"26_Coca_Cola\"><\/span><strong>26. Coca Cola<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Coca Cola  Christmas 2024 Advert\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/1F4EYwaT-YY?feature=oembed\"  allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Coca Cola \u2018<em>Holidays are Coming<\/em>\u2019 Christmas ad is looked forward to by literally millions of people every year but, unbelievably, they dropped the ball this year.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With an advertising campaign so beloved and set-in-stone, how could they possibly go wrong? The answer is: <strong>AI.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You may not have noticed it on the first watch, but if you take a closer look you\u2019ll see that the 15 seconds of Christmassy footage just isn\u2019t quite right. The humans\u2019 expressions are kind of uncanny and many details are out of proportion.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It\u2019s created <a href=\"https:\/\/www.forbes.com\/sites\/danidiplacido\/2024\/11\/16\/coca-colas-ai-generated-ad-controversy-explained\/\">a lot of controversy<\/a> for the brand with some people outraged about the use of AI taking work away from real creative teams and others complaining that the video takes away the magic of the original ad.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-blank-yellow-ZTsoyc wp-block-lazyblock-blank-yellow\"><div style=\"background:rgba(255,182,18,1); padding:20px; border-radius:10px; margin-bottom:1.4em; color:rgba(255,255,255,1)\">\n  <strong>The message: <\/strong>It was supposed to be \u2018real magic\u2019 but perhaps the lesson here is to use AI with caution, especially in creative work.\u00a0\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-article-Z1yRu5C wp-block-lazyblock-article\"><div style=\"color:#666666; font-size:16px; font-weight:bold; padding-left: 20px;\">\n  <i class=\"fa-solid fa-file-lines\" style=\"margin-right:5px\"><\/i>Recommended Article\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"background:#eeeeee; padding:20px; border-radius:10px; margin-bottom:1.4em; display:flex;\">\n  <div class=\"recommended-article-featured-holder\" style=\"margin-right:15px;\">\n    <div><a href=\"https:\/\/wyzowl.com\/best-ai-video-generators\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/wyzowl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Best-AI-Video-Generators.png?fit=1000%2C500&amp;quality=80&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"Best-AI-Video-Generators\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n  <\/div>\n  <div>\n    <div style=\"margin-bottom:5px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/wyzowl.com\/best-ai-video-generators\/\" style=\"font-weight:bold; color:#333333; font-size: 20px; font-family: 'Inter',Tahoma,Helvetica,Arial,sans-serif;\">We Tested 13 AI Video Generators. Which Ones Are Worth Your Time?<\/a><\/div>\n    <div style=\"color:#666666;\">We tested 13 AI video generators &#8211; looking at things like quality, load time, and cost &#8211; to find out which are the best ones to invest your time and money into.<\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"27_Lidls_Freeway_Cola\"><\/span><strong>27. Lidl\u2019s Freeway Cola<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Freeway on the freeway 2024\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/JTTnPvjgIWs?feature=oembed\"  allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Coca Cola may have dropped the ball, but Lidl picked it up.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This ad is a stroke of genius in so many ways. It pays homage to the original Coca Cola ad, with the Santa-esque gentleman and the big red truck, but adds Lidl\u2019s own flair to it with a clever slogan.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The ironic thing is that this ad was actually released before Coca Cola\u2019s controversial AI one. It could end up sending a lot of people to Lidl for their fizzy drinks this year!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-blank-yellow-ZEIEuV wp-block-lazyblock-blank-yellow\"><div style=\"background:rgba(255,182,18,1); padding:20px; border-radius:10px; margin-bottom:1.4em; color:rgba(255,255,255,1)\">\n  <strong>The message: <\/strong><em>Holidays are coming<\/em>\u2026in under budget.\u00a0\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"28_McDonalds\"><\/span><strong>28. McDonald\u2019s<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"The Gift of McDonald&#039;s\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/LqRWfDbuOYg?feature=oembed\"  allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This fun video ad from McDonald\u2019s doesn\u2019t try too hard but still ends up hitting all the right notes.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It starts by showing a couple that look a bit exhausted from Christmas shopping and then follows their magical journey to McDonald\u2019s for a bit of a treat.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There\u2019s a captivating light show featuring classic McDonald\u2019s characters, a comedic break to show a dog dressed as an elf, and a catchy club classic song. What more do you need?<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-blank-yellow-n5BDh wp-block-lazyblock-blank-yellow\"><div style=\"background:rgba(255,182,18,1); padding:20px; border-radius:10px; margin-bottom:1.4em; color:rgba(255,255,255,1)\">\n  <strong>The message:<\/strong> Treat yourself to the gift of McDonald\u2019s.\u00a0\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"29_Pepsi\"><\/span>29. Pepsi<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Everything else can wait. It&#039;s Christmas after all.\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/k9kiwcu_aDY?feature=oembed\"  allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This ad from Pepsi is a story of two halves. The first half shows everything closing up for Christmas &#8211; all different types of workplaces. And the second half shows us where all the employees are now. They&#8217;re having fun at Christmas parties and drinking cans of Pepsi! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This ad is relatable, fun, and doesn&#8217;t try too hard to make viewers feel a certain kind of way (for example, emotional or nostalgic) like some Christmas videos do. <\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-blank-yellow-120aj1 wp-block-lazyblock-blank-yellow\"><div style=\"background:rgba(255,182,18,1); padding:20px; border-radius:10px; margin-bottom:1.4em; color:rgba(255,255,255,1)\">\n  <strong>The message:<\/strong> Everything else can wait. \n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"30_KFC\"><\/span>30. KFC<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Kentucky Fried Turkey? | KFC 2024 Christmas Advert\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/bGWGblZX3So?feature=oembed\"  allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This 30 second Christmas ad is a stroke of genius from KFC. The video shows a KFC staff member preparing their Christmas-exclusive burger while real-life social media posts pop up on screen from people who want the brand to change their &#8216;Stuffing Stacker&#8217; meat from chicken to turkey for the festive season. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">All signs point towards this being the case, but then the big twist comes at the end: <strong><em>We heard you. We ignored you. <\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It&#8217;s funny. It&#8217;s cheeky. And it&#8217;s bound to ruffle a few feathers and get people talking. <\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-blank-yellow-23Q1Rg wp-block-lazyblock-blank-yellow\"><div style=\"background:rgba(255,182,18,1); padding:20px; border-radius:10px; margin-bottom:1.4em; color:rgba(255,255,255,1)\">\n  <strong>The message: <\/strong>Believe in chicken! \n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"31_Iceland\"><\/span>31. Iceland<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Christmas Party Food... That&#039;s Why Santa Goes To Iceland\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Vvf6Txd1sng?feature=oembed\"  allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This 30 second Christmas ad from Iceland is kind of no-frills, but not all videos have to tell an elaborate story. Sometimes, it&#8217;s best to tell people exactly what you have on offer &#8211; which is precisely what Iceland does here, right down to the prices. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As a budget brand, Iceland is well-aware that their target audience is price-conscious, so they don&#8217;t beat around the bush! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The ad ends with a cute, Christmassy twist on their usual slogan. <\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-blank-yellow-Z2pTKe wp-block-lazyblock-blank-yellow\"><div style=\"background:rgba(255,182,18,1); padding:20px; border-radius:10px; margin-bottom:1.4em; color:rgba(255,255,255,1)\">\n  <strong>The message: <\/strong>That&#8217;s why Santa goes to Iceland. \n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"32_IKEA\"><\/span>32. IKEA<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"IKEA - Hej Hej Hej! (2024 Christmas Ad)\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/K15zLttrmcQ?feature=oembed\"  allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Adorable dog &#8211; check. Swing music &#8211; check. Festive decorations &#8211; check. This ad from IKEA has everything you&#8217;d want and expect from a Christmas video. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We follow the story of a dog that&#8217;s depressed over the holiday season and his owner&#8217;s can&#8217;t work out the problem. Then they realise that he is missing his old armchair that they got rid of, so they buy him a new one (from IKEA, of course) and he&#8217;s able to hop onto it and look out of the window towards his doggy girlfriend. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our verdict: Captivating and cute! <\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-blank-yellow-ZdbQUG wp-block-lazyblock-blank-yellow\"><div style=\"background:rgba(255,182,18,1); padding:20px; border-radius:10px; margin-bottom:1.4em; color:rgba(255,255,255,1)\">\n  <strong>The message: <\/strong>IKEA &#8211; For the holidays, and every day. \n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"33_Babybel\"><\/span>33. Babybel<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Babybel Christmas Reveal 2024\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/J5PU9LoQIGQ?feature=oembed\"  allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This mockumentary-style Christmas ad for Babybel shows off a &#8216;Big Cheesemas Delivery&#8217;. Two comedic security guards deliver the giant cheese to a Morrison&#8217;s store in the dead of night, and there are lots of nods to the festive season throughout. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The video ends with the reveal of the real limited-edition Maxi Babybel cheeses that are available in supermarkets this Christmas season. <\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-blank-yellow-2ja4Sr wp-block-lazyblock-blank-yellow\"><div style=\"background:rgba(255,182,18,1); padding:20px; border-radius:10px; margin-bottom:1.4em; color:rgba(255,255,255,1)\">\n  <strong>The message: <\/strong>Go BIG at Christmas.\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"34_Fortnum_Mason\"><\/span>34. Fortnum &amp; Mason<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Fortnum &amp; Mason Christmas Film 2024 #FortnumsChristmas\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/7G978pICi54?feature=oembed\"  allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This wonderful <a href=\"https:\/\/wyzowl.com\/video-ad-production\/\">animated ad<\/a> from Fortnum &amp; Mason oozes festivity and class. The characters from their beautifully decorated products (like cookie jars and Christmas crackers) come to life and then we zoom out to show all of these inside a F&amp;M hamper. <\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-blank-yellow-Z26brIT wp-block-lazyblock-blank-yellow\"><div style=\"background:rgba(255,182,18,1); padding:20px; border-radius:10px; margin-bottom:1.4em; color:rgba(255,255,255,1)\">\n  <strong>The message: <\/strong>A Christmas Extraordinary.\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"35_Dobbies\"><\/span>35. Dobbies<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Dobbies &quot;Christmas, in every sense&quot; by elvis\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Yx2fs7naSNQ?feature=oembed\"  allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This video from Dobbies Garden Centres does an amazing job of highlighting all of the different ways you can experience Christmas with them in just twenty seconds! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The ad goes through all five senses &#8211; touch, sight, scent, taste, and hearing &#8211; and shows a variety of in-store experiences. It&#8217;s a great use of such a short ad spot and really works to convince viewers to go and check it out for themselves! <\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-blank-yellow-Z1EOSH9 wp-block-lazyblock-blank-yellow\"><div style=\"background:rgba(255,182,18,1); padding:20px; border-radius:10px; margin-bottom:1.4em; color:rgba(255,255,255,1)\">\n  <strong>The message:<\/strong> Christmas, in every sense. \n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"36_Sky_Cinema\"><\/span><strong>36. Sky Cinema<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"The Little Girl | Sky Cinema Christmas Advert 2024 | #MoviesMakeChristmas\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/IOrO6n590FQ?feature=oembed\"  allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This adorable Christmas ad from Sky Cinema, titled &#8216;The Little Girl&#8217; is almost like a cinematic masterpiece itself!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The video cleverly highlights many of the different Christmas movies available on the platform as we see a little girl absorbing the information from them. At the end of the ad, we see her stringing together all of the Christmassy quotes she&#8217;s learnt in order to ask a boy out on a date.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It&#8217;s adorable, heart-warming, and full of festive feels!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-blank-yellow-27k5EM wp-block-lazyblock-blank-yellow\"><div style=\"background:rgba(255,182,18,1); padding:20px; border-radius:10px; margin-bottom:1.4em; color:rgba(255,255,255,1)\">\n  <strong>The message:<\/strong> Movies make Christmas.\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"37_Papa_Johns\"><\/span>37. Papa Johns<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Papa Johns &quot;Hangover help&quot; Bicycle Studio\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/MAT_wT6csQw?feature=oembed\"  allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This year&#8217;s Papa Johns Christmas ad speaks directly to all of the Christmas party-goers! The short 20 second video features a sweet and simple interaction between a delivery driver and a customer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The driver sings some unique lyrics to the Christmas carol <em>Ding Ding! Merrily on High<\/em> that can definitely stick in your head and make you crave pizza! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Fun and relatable, this video does everything a Christmas ad needs to! <\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-blank-yellow-Z2tGBay wp-block-lazyblock-blank-yellow\"><div style=\"background:rgba(255,182,18,1); padding:20px; border-radius:10px; margin-bottom:1.4em; color:rgba(255,255,255,1)\">\n  <strong>The message: <\/strong>You know <em>ho-ho<\/em> it makes sense. \n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"38_Sports_Direct\"><\/span>38. Sports Direct<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Sports Direct - New Traditions - 2024\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/DifsELJ2CtE?feature=oembed\"  allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sports Direct&#8217;s 2024 Christmas ad puts a new spin on things! This video &#8211; all about new traditions &#8211; features different families and friends getting up to fun new fitness activities over the festive season. This includes a grandmother with a new love of kickboxing, a family climbing trip, and a friendly five-a-side. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There&#8217;s also some famous faces to be spotted throughout! <\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-blank-yellow-cclhX wp-block-lazyblock-blank-yellow\"><div style=\"background:rgba(255,182,18,1); padding:20px; border-radius:10px; margin-bottom:1.4em; color:rgba(255,255,255,1)\">\n  <strong>The message:<\/strong> New traditions.\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"39_Loganair\"><\/span>39. Loganair <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Loganair, Actually. - Loganair Christmas Ad 2024\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/vtuE1kRvPIM?feature=oembed\"  allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Loganair is the largest regional airline in Scotland and every year it&#8217;s responsible for reuniting thousands of families over the Christmas period. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This heartwarming ad shows glimpses of those families as they reunite at the airport, full of festive cheer and excited to spend quality time together! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The video ends with a cheeky nod to the famous film, Love Actually. <\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-blank-yellow-Z2rJ8B5 wp-block-lazyblock-blank-yellow\"><div style=\"background:rgba(255,182,18,1); padding:20px; border-radius:10px; margin-bottom:1.4em; color:rgba(255,255,255,1)\">\n  <strong>The message:<\/strong> Who connects you to more UK destinations than any other airline? Loganair, Actually!\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"40_Dior\"><\/span>40. Dior<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Dior Holiday - The Ball of Dreams\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/zfJmGt5cK2c?feature=oembed\"  allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Dior&#8217;s Christmas ad looks like it was plucked right out of a fairytale. In fact, it even starts with <em>&#8216;Once upon a time<\/em>&#8216;. 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