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The Worst Episodes of The Real Mad Men of Advertising

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Every episode of The Real Mad Men of Advertising ranked from worst to best. Explore the Worst Episodes of The Real Mad Men of Advertising!

The Worst Episodes of The Real Mad Men of Advertising

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.

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    7.9/10(14 votes)

    #1 - The 1950s

    S1:E1

    See how ad campaigns from the '50s launched new American traditions and the promise of a bright tomorrow

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  2. Background image for The 1980s
    7.9/10(9 votes)

    #2 - The 1980s

    S1:E4

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

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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    8.0/10(10 votes)

    #3 - The 1960s

    S1:E2

    Examine '60s ad men and women and how they used wit and irony to reach a new audience, consequently revolutionizing the industry.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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    8.2/10(9 votes)

    #4 - The 1970s

    S1:E3

    See how stricter rules and public mistrust inspired 1970s advertisers to create some of history's greatest campaigns.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

Worst Episodes Summary

"The 1950s" is the worst rated episode of "The Real Mad Men of Advertising". It scored 7.9/10 based on 14 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 1/8/2017. This episode scored 0.0 points lower than the second lowest rated, "The 1980s".