Best April Fools' Day Ad Hoaxes
Google Play
We humans love our games and apps, but what about entertainment for our furry friends? Introducing Google Play for Pets, an answer to the question of, “What does my dog/cat/turtle really do when I’m not home?” This hilarious ad features apps catered specifically towards pets, complete with their own special section on the Google Play store.
McDonald’s
If you want all the taste of a Big Mac without the big size, McDonald’s Micro Mac is the burger for you. The advertisement begins like a typical Mickey D’s ad, with a close-up shot of the juicy burger with melted cheese nestled inside the classic sesame seed bun. But once the camera zooms out, it’s clear this burger is no regular Big Mac.
Lexus
Lexus’ Lane Valet ad pokes fun at one of our biggest commuting annoyances: Left-lane stragglers. With the simple touch of a button, those slow-driving left-lane hogs are transported out of your way, so you can continue living life in the fast lane.
Tough Mudder
In the running for one of the most entertaining and adorable April Fools' ads of 2017, Tough Mudder’s “Puppy Mudder” ad makes us almost want to participate in a Tough Mudder. Almost. The ad showcases the extreme obstacles featured on the course, but with puppies.
USA Swimming
The new fragrance of the U.S. swim team is here, complete with blood, sweat, and bleach. Eau de Chlôrine aims to encapsulate the smell of poolside success, and we must say, it’s pretty convincing. “We worked with our fragrance scientists to capture the smell of success, which is a little different for everyone,” says Matt Farrell, chief innovation officer for USA Swimming. “For us, Eau de Chlôrine embodies that indescribable feeling you get when you dive into the pool for the first time.” A similarly comical website accompanies the ad, making this one of the year’s best April Fools' ad campaigns.
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