Top 10 spooky TVCs for Hungry Ghost month

In anticipation of the Hungry Ghost month across the Chinese diaspora, Campaign Asia-Pacific gets you ready to be freaked out with ten of the scariest TVCs around.

First up is this hilarious look at reincarnation, courtesy of Tiger beer. Killed tragically in his pursuit of a cold one, our hapless protagonist comes back to life for his beer – as an animal.

When not enjoying a cool drink, it appears that the undead don’t mind a spot of football either. In this legendary spot from Nike, the dark warriors of the netherworld strap on their boots to do battle with Zinedine Zidane and co.

But it’s not all fun and games for Nike. It also has to dress everyday humans to evade the grim reaper. Talk about running for your life!

Using horror to sell running shoes is a bit of a stretch but what about cutting carbon emissions? See how the 10:10 climate change initiative makes the message explode on screen.

When it comes to stark contrast though, Starburst seems to do it best. Watch out for this cranky zombie during ghost month!

Dulux takes things back to a domestic setting with this ad showcasing its powerful paint. Banned in Australia, it’s not for the faint of heart.

From interior decorating to telephone bills, it seems Thailand’s Krung Thai Bank has got a good handle on the thriller genre. This spot sees an unfortunate husband and wife living the horror that is forgetting to pay your bills.

And when those spirits visit earth, decide they like it, and choose to stay, Dirt Devil wants you to make sure you have your local exorcist handy. It’s either that or that crazy woman upstairs…

Not content to leave the scaring to ghosts, Walmart revived every child’s fear of clowns with this seemingly harmless party ad. Don’t try this at home.

Finally, trust McDonald’s to make even evil, witchcraft-praciticing children look cute. This ad sees a whole car spellbound by the McDrive.

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