2024 video ad trends show the landscape is defined by innovation, creativity, and a willingness to push boundaries. From AI-generated updates to classic campaigns to edgy influencer-inspired storytelling, these trends reflect how brands are leveraging technology and cultural shifts to captivate audiences.
Coca-Cola’s 'Holidays Are Coming' ad gets a modern upgrade with a fully AI-generated version. Maintaining the classic soundtrack and visuals of polar bears and illuminated trucks, the 2024 ad introduces a more diverse cast and showcases Coca-Cola Zero Sugar. This marks a breakthrough for AI-generated commercials, blending nostalgia with inclusivity and creative efficiency. The campaign’s success highlights the potential of AI to modernize beloved traditions while appealing to diverse, contemporary audiences.
Tomcat reimagines influencer culture with a stop-motion campaign featuring an influencer mouse in a darkly humorous unboxing video. The ad juxtaposes cuteness with crass humor to deliver a memorable message: Tomcat is 'Not Recommended By Mice.' This edgy approach uses humor and high-quality animation to stand out in a saturated market while reshaping how everyday products are advertised.
From AI-powered nostalgia to influencer-inspired humor, these trends exemplify how brands are redefining video advertising to create bold, engaging, and inclusive campaigns.
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Top 60 Video Ad Trends in 2024
From Influencer-Inspired Ads to AI-Generated Holiday Soda Ads:
Georgia Wray Norsten — Dec 1, 2024 — Marketing
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Aggressive Athlete Ads
Nike Launches the Winning Isn’t for Everyone Campaign
59
AI-Generated Ketchup Ads
Heinz Designed an Advertisement Using the Slogan 'It has to be Heinz'
58
AI-Lead Car Ads
Ford Launched an AI Campaign Dubbed 'Be Surreal, Be Ford'
57
Film-Inspired Condiment Ads
GUT New York Forms the Heinz Smiles Campaign to Celebrate Joker 2
56
Voting-Themed Fashion Ads
Reformation's 'You've Got the Power' Campaign Stars Monica Lewinsky
55
Empowering Body-Confidence Sports Ads
Dove's 2024 Super Bowl Ad Will Inspire Young Girls
54
Influencer-Inspired Ads
Tomcat's Ad Shows an Influencer Mouse with a Fatal Unboxing Twist
53
Personalized In-Flight Ads
United Airlines Kinective Media Offers Curated Travel
52
Hilarious Judicial Beauty Ads
e.l.f. Cosmetics Debuts "Judge Beauty" Campaign
51
Inspiring Leftover Ads
Hellmann's Mayo Cat Super Bowl Ad Uses Mayonnaise to Fight Food Waste
50
Actress-Approved Christmas Ads
Adjoa Andoh plays Mrs. Claus in Boots Ad, The Christmas Makeover
49
AI-Generated Holiday Soda Ads
The Coca-Cola Holidays Are Coming Ad Has Been Updated with AI
48
Marketer-Targeted Cereal Ads
Surreal's Out-of-Home Campaign Speaks to Marketers, Not Consumers
47
Romantic Luxury Vehicle Ads
Mercedes-Benz' G-Class STRONGER THAN DIAMONDS Edition Celebrates Love
46
Futuristic Shapewear Ads
Skims' First-Ever TV Ad, Skims Lab, Stars Kim Kardashian in Every Role
45
Quirky Athlete-Centric Mayo Campaigns
Hellmann's New 'Mayotivations Campaign' Features Will Levis
44
Charming Christmas Advertisements
Sainsbury’s Christmas Ad 2024 Evokes Childhood Nostalgia
43
Shoppable CPG Ads
Instacart-Powered Shoppable Video Ads are Coming to YouTube
42
Attraction-Building Fragrance Ads
Fit Check by AXE Speaks to Gen Z Men and Women Alike
41
GenAI TV Ads
ITV's AI-Generated Ad Service Helps New-to-TV Brands Affordably Reach More Audiences
40
Mystery-Style Holiday Ads
Waitrose Adds Mystery to the Festive Season with ‘Sweet Suspicion’ Ad
39
Comfort-Focused Footwear Ads
The ALDO Spring 2024 Campaign Highlights Its Pillow Walk Technology
38
Erectile Dysfunction Medication Ads
Phoenix Wants to Help Canadian Men ‘Rise Again’
37
Co-Branded Custom Ads
Lexus and Universal Pictures Partner for the 'Experience OZmazing' Spot
36
Heritage Brand Boot Ads
Blundstone Launches Global Campaign Celebrating Personal Boot Stories
35
Charged Phone Ads
Apple's 'Miss You' Ad Features a Personified Plug Longing for a Phone to Charge
34
Singer-Starring Headphone Ads
RAYE Stars in Dyson's Newest Campaign for its OnTrac Headphones
33
Quirky Plant-Based Food Ads
Gosh! Food's Falafel Advertisement is Surprising
32
Cheeky Jewelry Valentine's Day Ads
PRYA Will Replace Any Jewerly With Your Ex's Name on It
31
Boneless Wing Ads
Whataburger Cleverly Launches Its Boneless Wings with This Ad
30
Comedic Airline Spin-Off Ads
Spirit Airlines Presents #NotInTheMiddle Starring Frankie Muniz
29
Anti-Fraud Educational Ads
Interac Punches Back at Fraud with a Unique Program: Fraud Fighters
28
Lookalike Martini Ads
Kahlúa's Feliz St. Patrick's Day Promotes Espresso Martinis Over Stouts
27
Tongue-in-Cheek Skincare Ads
CeraVe Collaborates with Michael Cera on Hilarious Ad
26
Dramatized Caramel Candy Ads
Reese's Big Game Ad Shows Exaggerated, Relatable Reactions to Change
25
Artistic Multi-Beverage Ads
The Coca-Cola Family is Spotlighted in this Unique Ad
24
Spoof Sci-Fi Beer Ads
The Liquid Death x Rebel Moon Collab Pokes Fun at Beer Ad Tropes
23
Influencer-Fronted Sunscreen Ads
Sol de Janeiro and Sofia Richie Grainge Debut a New Campaign
22
Sketch Comedy Retail Commercials
The Target Lady Ad Revives a Familiar Comedic Character
21
Wish-Granting Beer Ads
The 2024 Bud Light Super Bowl Commercial Introduces the Bud Light Genie
20
Seasonal Soda Ads
Olipop's Christmas Ad Challenges Big Soda
19
Diamond Jewelry Holiday Campaigns
Ritani Has Launched a National Television Campaign
18
History-Centric Advertisements
Royal Ontario Museum's Epic Natural History Ad is Inspiring
17
Anniversary-Celebrating Storytelling Ads
The Walt Disney Company Mark Marvel's 85th Anniversary
16
Tongue-In-Cheek Grilling Ads
Hellmann's Canada Ignites Grilling Season Early with "May-0" Petition
15
AI-Crafted Banking Ads
The U.S. Bank Debuts 'The Power of Us' Campaign
14
Empowering Car Ads
CarMax's New Ad Campaign Takes a Witty Approach
13
Champion Tax Ads
H&R Block's Ads Claim All Users are Tax Champions
12
Pirate-Inspired Business Ads
Amazon Business Launched a Light Hearted Ad, ‘Run a Tighter Ship'
11
Hyper-Local Gym Ads
GymBox's Made for London Life Ads Juxtapose City Living and Gym-Going
10
Empowering Mental Health Football Ads
adidas Debuts Short Film 'You Got This'
9
Skateboarding-Inspired Ads
Vans Launched the ‘Always Pushing’ Ad Highlighting Skating Culture
8
Celebrity-Backed Fragrance Ads
Axe Targets Generation Z with its New Star-Studded Campaign
7
Celeb-Backed Refreshment Ads
The Pure Leaf Martha's Little Helper Ad Stars Martha Stewart
6
Cheeky Seltzer Campaigns
NÜTRL Vodka Seltzer & Chloe Fineman Team Up for "Keep It Tasty" Campaign
5
Short Film-Inspired Ads
Apple’s New ‘The Underdogs’ Ad Features Various Apple Products
4
Celebrity-Starring Skincare Ads
Peter Thomas Roth Recruits Lindsay Lohan for its New Campaign
3
Heist-Themed Cheese Ads
This Maxi Babybel Ad Celebrates the Cheese's Return
2
Inclusive Assistance-First Airline Ads
Virgin Atlantic Debuts a Video Ad in British Sign Language
1
Solution-Oriented Holiday Ads
Orange’s Holiday Ad Brings Families Together Over Smartphones
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AI-Created Luggage Campaigns
LANCEL's New Voyage Ai Campaign Launched on June 7th
Film-Centric Mixology Kits
The Absolut x WICKED Exclusive Cocktail Kit Boasts Hidden Surprises
Aggressive Athlete Ads
Nike Launches the Winning Isn’t for Everyone Campaign
Dark Musical-Film-Inspired Capsules
H&M Debuts a Wicked Collection Influenced by the Land of OZ
Collaborative Gaming-Brand Cars
Lexus and Razer Teamed Up to Manufacture the Ultimate Gaming Car
Personalized GenAI Packaging
The Johnnie Walker x Scott Naismith Experience Combines AI and Art
Skateboarding Shoe Tours
Vans & Anthony Van Engele Conclude AVE 2.0 Commitment to Progression
AI-Lead Car Ads
Ford Launched an AI Campaign Dubbed 'Be Surreal, Be Ford'
Inclusion-Focused Doll Collections
Barbie's New Doll and Capsule Celebrates the Visually Impaired
GenAI Confectionery Posters
The My Cadbury Era Tool Puts People into Retro Posters with AI
Hands-Free Car Innovations
Ford Partnered with the British Deaf Association to Launch an Ad
Athlete-Backed Shoe Campaigns
Nike Released Awaken Your Madness with International Soccer Players
Exclusive Upscale Holiday-Edition Pop-Ups
The Magical House of Chanel Opens its Doors at Harrods
Mayo-Inspired Fragrances
Hellmann's Will Levis No. 8 is the World's First "Parfum De Mayonnaise"
GenAI Thrifting Tools
ThredUp's AI-Powered Shopping Tools Support Unique, Sustainable Finds
Celebratory Jewelry Campaigns
David Yurman’s 2024 Holiday Campaign Features Notable Celebrities
Color Blindness-Exclusive Billboards
TD Unveils a Campaign to Highlight Its Accessibility Adapter
Brand Heritage-Appreciation Campaigns
Timberlands Racy 'ICONIC' Campaign Honours Its Legacy
Refreshing Streetwear Collabs
Lipton Iced Tea x Cruel Pancake Dropped 90s-Inspired Summer Styles
GenAI Storybook Illustrators
Storybooks Turns Kids' Beloved Toys into Main Characters
Musician-Approved Phone Accessories
Bandolier Collaborates with Superstar Alanis Morissette
Athletic Apparel Interactive Billboards
Gymshark Unveils the Shoplift Campaign Ahead of Sale
Personalized In-Flight Ads
United Airlines Kinective Media Offers Curated Travel
Soda Can Revamps
Functional Beverage OLIPOP Reveals New Can Format
GenAI Student Assistants
Cengage's Student Assistant Supports Higher Education Students
Autumnal Collaboration Cocktail Recipes
Jack Daniel’s and Inch's Cider Partnered for a New Drink
AI-Powered Travel Companions
The Wanderboat AI Platform Provides Personalized Travel Guidance
Cheese Cracker-Inspired Menus
Taco Bell Revives Its Cheez-It Menu for a Limited Time
Generationally Fused Footwear Series
Clarks and Tokyo Senior Generation Join Forces on a Capsule
Nature-Reconnecting Outdoor Campaigns
Mammut Encouraged People to Reconnect with Nature
Cat-Themed Crime Podcasts
Temptations Launched Catch a Cat Burglar: Purry Duty
Fruity Whole Grain Cereals
Cascadian Farm Organic Mini Fruitfuls Cereal is Coming This Summer
AI-Generated Holiday Soda Ads
The Coca-Cola Holidays Are Coming Ad Has Been Updated with AI
Pet Shopping Networks
IKEA is Launching an Interactive Pet Shopping Network on TikTok Live
Iconic Character-Inspired Campaigns
Etsy's Christmas Ad Celebrates Personalized Gifting
Festive Advent Campaigns
Cadbury's 24 Out-of-Home Ads Represent the Countdown to Christmas
Visual Museum Campaigns
MoMA’s New Museum Campaign Transforms NYC into an Art Lover’s Paradise
Charming Christmas Advertisements
Sainsbury’s Christmas Ad 2024 Evokes Childhood Nostalgia
Beauty-Inspired Guided Tours
L’Oréal and the Louvre Teamed Up to Offer 'Of All Beauties'
Adventurous Roadtrip Retail Campaigns
The Pilot Flying J 'See You Out Here' Campaign is Relatable
Seasonal Christmas Sandwiches
The ALDI Christmas Sandwich Range Has New and Retuning Favorites
Branded Effervescent Tea Drinks
DAVIDsTEA Cold Brew Sparkling Iced Teas are Packed with Flavor
Generation-Blending Skateboarding Campaigns
Vans' Always Out There Campaigns Nods to Y2K Styles
Musician-Approved Mobile Gamer Controllers
The Backbone x Post Malone Controller is Arriving Soon
Natural Diamond Campaigns
Worth the Wait by De Beers and Signet Targets Zillennial Couples
Gameshow-Style Pop-Ups
The Jo Malone Christmas Special Attracts Visitors with a Prize Wheel
Designer-Approved Skateshoe Silhouettes
The Vans x Proenza Schouler Collab Was Highly Anticipated
Singer-Celebrating Frozen Yogurts
Yogurtland Laufberry is Arriving in Honor of Musician Laufey
Special Gin Gift Boxes
Barr Hill Launched the Festive Sip & Savor Tom Cat Gift Box
All-Over Patterned Skate Sneakers
UNDERCOVER & Vans OTW Highlight Anarchy is the Key
Generative AI-Powered Retail Platforms
UST Has Introduced the UST Retail GenAI Platform
GenAI TV Ads
ITV's AI-Generated Ad Service Helps New-to-TV Brands Affordably Reach More Audiences
Musician-Starring QSR Collaborations
Taco Bell Launches a New Omar Apollo Collaboration
Mystery-Style Holiday Ads
Waitrose Adds Mystery to the Festive Season with ‘Sweet Suspicion’ Ad
Vegan Condiment Rebrandings
Hellmann's Plant-Based Mayo Replaces the Vegan Original
Global Tasmanian Footwear Campaigns
Blundstone Debuts its ‘Well Worn’ Campaign
Cartoon Hedgehog Airplane Designs
SEGA/ATLUS and AirAsia Launch a Sonic-Themed Airplane Design
Exquisite High Jewelry Campaigns
Boucheron's New Campaign Film Was Directed by Claire Choisne
Mid-20th-Century Holiday Campaigns
Saks Fifth Avenue Unveiled its 'Gifts of Delight' Campaign
Actress-Approved Tea Break Commercials
The Pure Leaf Tea Break Campaign Stars Lindsay Lohan
Stylish Soda Pop-Ups
Poppi World Enticed Health-Conscious, Fashionable Visitors During NYFW
Cheerful Healthy Snack Campaigns
Garden Veggie Snacks' YUMbelievably Delicious is Innovative
Whimsical Candle Christmas Campaigns
The Yankee Candle 'Make it More Magical' Campaign is Festive
Individual Cheese Variety Packs
The Babybel Variety Pack Comes with 18 Servings
Scream Queen Skincare Campaigns
philosophy and Sarah Michelle Gellar Partnered for a Retinol Ad
Adventurous Luxury Fashion Campaigns
Louis Vuitton's Core Values Campaign Features Tennis Legends
Charitable Cannabis Initiatives
nUera Debuts Its Doobies for Boobies Campaign in October
AI Sales Coaches
Salesify Provides GenAI-Driven Insights to Improve Close Rates
Flavor-Spiced Mayo Dressings
These New Hellmann's Mayonnaise Flavors Come in Three Options
Superhero-Themed AR Sodas Cans
Coca-Cola's Marvel Universe Packaging Boasts Immersive Features
Animated Iced Tea Ads
Brisk Iced Tea Debuts a Claymation Ad Starring Doja Cat
Donut Inspired Ad Campaigns
Dunkin' Donuts New Ad Campaign is Called Dunkin'Terns
Cooling Mint-Flavored Teas
Birchall Tea's Green Tea & Mint Provides a Refreshing and Cooling Taste
Geometrically Inspired Jewelry Lines
Ritani Expands Its Offerings with the Puff Collection
Outdoor Adventure-Inspired Footwear Campaigns
Baffin Launches the Path We Walk Campaign
Sustainably Built Public Attractions
National Geographic Society Unveils the Museum of Exploration
Human Connection-Centric Campaigns
Etsy's New Ad Campaign Wants to Keep Commerce Human
Complimentary Airline Snacks
Air Canada Announces Complimentary Snacks & Beverage Offerings
Celebrity-Backed Wellness Supplements
iHerb Introduces a New Line of Wellness Supplements
Musician Guessing Games
Spotle Unlimited is Like "Wordle" for Guessing Spotify Artists
Movie-Inspired Truck Commercials
Ram Truck Partners with Universal Pictures, Warner Bros. Pictures
Enhanced Traveler Experiences
Spirit Airlines Introduced its 'More Fly' Giveaway
Peeling Cheese Packaging Billboards
This Babybel Billboard is Inspired by the Product's Packaging
Actor-Backed Electric Automobile Campaigns
Bradley Cooper Stars in the Rise of Electric Campaign
Gemstone-Inspired Jewelry Collections
Ritani Expands with the Inclusion of a New Line of Gemstones
Star-Studded Phone Campaigns
T-Mobile's Ad Features Snoop Dogg, Kai Cenat, and Patrick Mahomes
Esports Mayo Partnerships
Hellmann's Taps FURIA for its Venture Into the Esports Space
Seasonal Soda Ads
Olipop's Christmas Ad Challenges Big Soda
Anniversary-Celebrating Storytelling Ads
The Walt Disney Company Mark Marvel's 85th Anniversary
Multi-Generation Footwear Campaigns
Red Wing Heritage's Will Your Wings Stitches Wills Into Boots
Exploratory Art Exhibits
The Saga of the Department Stores Exhibit Explores Shopping’s Evolution
Dynamic Anniversary-Honoring Campaigns
Claire's Launches the Hello Kitty, Hello World Campaign
Charity Christmas Foods
Co-Ops 'Christmas Food to Go' Range Supports a Childrens Charity
Playful QSR Campaigns
Cossette Forms the New McDonald's Campaign to Closest Restaurant
Global Storytelling Initatives
Vans Announces its Narrative-Centric Always Pushing Campaign
Hard-To-Read Health Campaigns
A Specsavers Campaign Encourages Movie-Goers to Check their Sight
Neurodivergent-Friendly Aircraft Cabins
Muirhead Debuts the Sensation Collection
Influencer-Starring Car Commercials
Toyota's New Short Film Seeks to Resonate with Gen Z Customers
Collaborative Heritage Boot Designs
Wolverine and Old Rip Van Windle Create a Batch IV Boot
Athlete-Centric Bingo Campaigns
The 'Share Your Bingo Moment' Campaign Spotlights Olympic Legends
Bizarre Soda Campaigns
Dr Pepper's Try More Weird Disrupts Life's Boredoms with Weirdness
Alternative Butter Ads
Lurpak's Crush Expectations Redefines Plant-Based as Edgy, Not Earthy
Savory Snack Product Launches
The Curators is Arriving into Waitrose in the UK
Pancake House Music Videos
IHOP is Releasing a New Version of LOVERBOY's 'Working for the Weekend'
Squishy Seasonal Candy Products
The Swizzels Naughty & Nice Squashies Have Two Flavors Inside
Empowering Mental Health Football Ads
adidas Debuts Short Film 'You Got This'
Ice Cream-Inspired Superbowl Campaigns
Häagen-Dazs Aims to Connect with Younger Consumers
Savory Veggie Croquettes
Desserts Inspired HappyVore's Multi-Sensory Croq’Coulis
Athlete-Backed Mental Health Campaigns
The Love, Your Mind Campaign Aims to Support Mental Health
Stylistic Footwear Campaigns
Bata Launched its 'Make Your Way' Campaign with a Focus on Comfort
French-Forward Cafe Pop-Ups
Le Café Hellmann's Only Serves Fries with a Side of Mayonnaise
Demonic Game Expansions
Blizzard's 'Vessel of Hatred' Update is Coming to Diablo IV
Model-Launched Pet Brands
Tate & Taylor Boasts a Comprehensive Platform for Pet Owners
Empowering Soccer-Inspired Campaigns
Gatorade Has Partnered with Renowned Soccer Icons
Reinterpreted Immersive Events
The Wizard of Oz 360 Experience Retells the Classic Tale
Retro-Inspired Animated Stickers
Apple Rolls Out New Stickers Ahead of this Year's WWDC
Skate Culture Initiatives
The Bunt Jam Hosted By Vans Celebrates Toronto's Skateboard Community
Tasty Nutritious Snack Campaigns
ALOHA Launches the Deliciously Satisfying Campaign
Value-Minded Diner Menus
The IHOP House Faves Menu Has Four Items Priced at $6 Each
Collaborative Plant-Based Recipes
Sheese and BOSH! Partnered to Create Four Vegan Recipes
Ethical Lab-Grown Diamond Rings
CaratBee Unveils its Gen Z-Focused Lab-Grown Diamond Collection
Upgraded Accessible Airport Services
Halifax Stanfield Debtuts Three New Accessibility Services
Expansive Seasonal Bakery Ranges
The Country Choice Festive Range Has Five Options
Expansive Festive Candy Ranges
The Rose Marketing 2024 Christmas Collection Has Over 30 Lines
Debunking AI Apps
BSBot Helps Publicis Clients Tell the Truth About AI from Fiction at Cannes
Approachable Mixable Whiskeys
Nearest Green Tennessee Whiskey Appeals to At-Home Mixologists
Tranquil Ambient Speaker Machines
The Ambient Machine Cornelius Edition Boasts Customization
Ethical GenAI Tools
Brandtech Group's Bias Breaker Produces More Diverse and Inclusive Images
Fanciful Festive Candy Ranges
The Latest Hancocks Christmas Range Includes Fan-Favorite Brands
Improved Airline Performance Initiatives
Southwest Airlines Announces Several Updates
Invite-Only Family Memory Hubs
Kinnect Unveils its New and Enhanced Mobile Application