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DIRECTV TV commercial - A Less Attractive Rob Lowe

TV Spot Title: A Less Attractive Rob Lowe

: "Introducing DirectTV's latest campaign: A Less Attractive Rob Lowe."

: "In this hilarious and daring campaign, DirectTV showcases the differences between cable TV and their superior satellite service."

: "With DirectTV, you get over 200 channels in stunning HD quality."

Scene 2: Less Attractive Rob Lowe is sitting on a dilapidated couch, struggling to adjust the antenna on an old television with fuzzy reception.

Narrator (V.O.): "But with cable, you're left struggling with limited channels and poor reception."

Scene 3: Regular Rob Lowe confidently uses a sleek remote control to switch between channels effortlessly.

Narrator (V.O.): "DirectTV offers user-friendly features like an easy-to-use remote control and a personalized channel lineup."

Scene 4: Less Attractive Rob Lowe wrestles with multiple remotes and a tangled mess of cables.

Narrator (V.O.): "With cable, you're stuck with a confusing mess of remotes and endless cables."

: "Don't be like Less Attractive Rob Lowe. Upgrade to DirectTV today."

[Fade out]

This TV spot creatively uses humor and the contrasting personas of Rob Lowe to convey the benefits of choosing DirectTV over cable. It highlights the convenience, variety, and superior quality of DirectTV's offerings, while playfully poking fun at the limitations and frustrations of traditional cable services. By using the concept of a "Less Attractive Rob Lowe," the advertisement leaves a lasting impression while effectively delivering its message to potential customers.

DIRECTV TV commercial - A Less Attractive Rob Lowe produced for DIRECTV was first shown on television on September 21, 2014.

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DIRECTV TV commercial - A Less Attractive Rob Lowe
Grey Global Group Inc.

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Hearts & Science

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iCrossing

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MJZ

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