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The Force

Volkswagen

A small family moment with a Star Wars twist that delivered a huge emotional payoff.

Why this ad works

  • Warm, human story with a familiar cultural wink.
  • Builds anticipation to a satisfying reveal.
  • Brand fits naturally into the punchline.

Lasting effects

  • Demonstrated the power of pre-release buzz for Super Bowl ads.
  • Proved emotional storytelling could win on the biggest ad stage.

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