Your marketing department deserves a big bonus this year. I can't remember the last time a commercial hit me like that. This is the type of commercial you could run every year for the next generation or two. Instant classic.
My mom's passed away last year November 17th 2022, this was her favorite commercial. So now every year I pull this video up it makes her memory even more stronger. This video will Always be in my heart. Thank you so much Kroger❤😊
My deepest condolences. 💐🌹🌸🌺🌼🪦⛪️🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸 She’s always here for you. She’ll always be with you. You will see her again. God bless you. He’s here too my dear.
A commercial that actually makes me cry. Wow. Wonderful how they start with his home dark and not decorative like the other homes because he lost his wife, but his family brings him back from being alone and brightens everything. So Wonderful.
We just found my grandmother's cookbook that went missing after she passed away in 2011. Written in the cover was a note to give it to my wife. This commercial was both beautiful and sad. My lady broke down, went and got it, then cried as she cooked some of my favorite childhood foods. It was like opening a bottle of frozen time... I could almost see my grandma standing beside her in our kitchen....
This commercial was made for me. I lost my wife this year and I was wondering how to make some dishes for Thanksgiving dinner. Then this commercial came on TV. It is so true.
I had to look up this commercial. Every time it comes on TV my 5 month old stops what he is doing and stands in awe of it.. it's soo cute! Melts my heart ❤️
Wow! This is the best holiday film I have seen in a long time! I can honestly say that this film really speaks to those who have lost family members as they celebrate the holidays with family, but still see the chair at the table that will never be filled again.
This one hits right in the feels. I lost my great uncle to dementia today. I remember having him in my life since the beginning and I'm 27 now. Rest in peace uncle Jim.
Aww, you're not alone man. I lost my 100 year old Grandfather less than 2 months ago on Halloween October 31st. My Dad called me at like 4:00 AM and left me a voice message just saying, your Grandfather is gone. I broke down in tears and just cried for like 8 hours straight.
This song put tears in my eyes. Thinking of my husband who passed away in December of last year (2021) 2 days before Christmas. I love you and miss you tremendously. ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
@@e-jaythesupreme1504 I am very sorry for your loss as well and I thank you for your kind words. Your uncle and my husband would want us to be happy and to move forward in life, especially during this time of year and the many days after. Thank you for responding!
This commercial is so perfect. I lost my Momma many years ago, and her Mom, my Grandmother, died one year after my Momma. So I had to step up at a very young age to cook Thanksgiving dinner. And while mine is good, in my mind it will never equal my Momma and Grandma’s. They always cooked together. I miss those two wonderful women. Thank you Kroger.
My deepest condolences. 💐🌼🌹🌺🌸⛪️🪦🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸 Jesus Christ loves you. 😘🥰😍💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
I love the detail of how he stopped decorating his home for the holidays until he got out THEIR cookbook as opposed to hers and how his family love made him feel alive. Too sweet. Best commercial! Y'all better remember to enter this one for a Clio, LIT and an Emmy!
This was like a Pixar short and I loved it. I didn’t feel like it ripped off Ratatouille at all, since cooking the meals you shared with someone will definitely bring back memories. I feel like that man was healing from her loss through this
@@KrogerCo I lost my mom to just a few years back but one thing she really loved was the holidays and it’s been hard for me and this really brings tears because it reminds me how much she enjoyed her holidays
Mine died earlier this year. Both of my grandmas are now gone. I still remember being dropped off at their houses when I was little. It feels weird, even now.
There were definitely chopped onions hidden throughout this whole thing. Man that came out of left field, I wasn't expecting all the feels to hit like that. Loved it.
First commercial I’ve ever searched for to rewatch on UA-cam. This is such a great ad Kroger. I lost my grandmother this year and this really hit home how much I will miss traveling to her home and eating her meals around the holidays. Luckily we got her recipes and I can’t wait to make them and pass down those same traditions to my children.
Absolutely amazing and tearfully enjoyable. The perfect Pixar setting, Perfect song and the perfect time of the year. In a time were everyone seems to be fighting with each other, this is a reminder of what it family and friends really means. Thank you Kroger.
Kroger, you did well in this commercial… It has all the feelings that Disney shared in the movie “Up”. There is a lot going on in this piece…and I would love to see more of his adventures with Isabels cookbook!
My goodness. Kroger has me all in my feels. This made me so emotional. Not only because of the beautiful memories I have of past holidays with my loved ones who are in heaven. It made me think about how my son will be off to college and on his own in a couple of years, and then starting his life as an independent man. I hope he can look back on the memories we've created with him that will make him smile and think about how loved he was and always will be. Kroger, because of this short film, hubby and I will step up our game to make even more beautiful memories for our family. Well done.
Wow. Wow wow wow. Wow. Now typically, I expect the usual holiday dribble that they churn out for commercials each year. Kroger, however, took it in a whole different direction. This is stunning. It’s a piece of art as much as it is an advertisement. This made me feel intensely for those celebrating the holidays without a loved one. Kroger, you’ve gained a life long customer, bravo!
Probably the best commercial I've seen in a long time. My mom saw it on TV first, then asked me to find it again for her to watch/listen. She says the song is a great take on the original and that the animation is so happy and sweet. I couldn't agree more. ❤
This is just wow!! I lost my mother 8 years ago at the age of 19. my first born was only 8 moths at the time. Since then, I lost my granny and my brother and this commercial speaks so many volumes for my family and I as the holidays approach and we no longer see them anymore. I am literally bawling my eyes out. Kroger's you all did great with this.
I'm not crying - you're crying! It been years since my whole family has been together for Thanksgiving. Mom passed in '06 and it was some time before that. Thank you, Kroger for putting this together.
geez to Pete this is good! Made me cry about 5 times now. Every time I see it I have tears running down my cheeks....in a good way. Also saw it on TV last night. Cried then too!
This commercial just came on while my family and I were watching TV. I just lost my dad September 1, 2022 . This commercial really hit hard. Thank you Kroger this was beautiful
To me this commercial embodies the true spirit of the holiday season, spending time with loved ones and remembering the loved ones who are no longer with us. By finding his wife's old recipe book and using the recipes to prepare a feast for their family, the old man has enabled his wife to be a part of family celebrations for years to come. Here I am, a 57 year man thinking of how when I taste a dish made with one of my grandma's old recipes I immediately think of her and how much she loved her family. It's crazy how a commercial can bring forth so many powerful memories and feelings, making a 57 year old man cry like a baby.
I didn't pay attention to this film until my 5 years old son show me and my daughter explain me the meaning and now I cry every time that I see the commercial than you very much for this film .and now is our favorite we come to the t.v. every time we listen the song we pause everything and enjoy this beautiful commercial .
I cry every time I see this commercial because I lost my mother back in 2019. I miss her every day and it's just my dad and I now. Really hit hard with this one. 😭😭😭
This commercial is beautiful but it had me in tears! I can’t help but think of my grandpa on thanksgiving. He has been gone for 4 years now and he was my best friend. The elderly man in the video looks like an animated version of him. I miss him so much
What a beautiful commercial to think of loved ones who are no longer with us. Especially around the holidays when you have a heavy heart, missing them the most. I lost my grandpa in September of 2021 after a brief battle with cancer. We were very close, and was the father figure in my life. Losing him turned my world upside down, and I'm still trying to pick up the broken pieces. My grandfather loved to cook for me and my sister, and always made delicious meals. At his house we knew we'd never go home with an empty stomach. One of his favorite things to cook was his apple pies. Right when I saw that in the commercial, I cried. It made me miss all of the wonderful times I had with my grandpa, and wishing that time could have stood still. I miss him so much. I wish grandparents could live forever. Memories are all we have left. Never forget to tell someone how much they mean to you, while they are still here with us. Thank you Kroger, I really needed this. ❤️🎄🥺
This is so amazing and emotional. Brought a tear to my eye watching this as it reminded me of my grandparents who have past and their amazing recipes and cooking. Can I ask who sings this amazing cover of Iris?
Hey! We're glad to hear you enjoyed it! @Colbie Caillat is singing the song! ua-cam.com/users/colbiecaillat?si=ELPmzJkDCLju2KnD5oyZMQ We hope this helps! ❤️
@@KrogerCo why was Kroger funneling money to the Oath Keepers prior to 1/6? The leader of that group was just found guilty of seditious conspiracy. What were the Oath Keepers doing prior to 1/6 that Kroger found so worthwhile as to give them $$$? They were always a bigoted violent group.
Man this ad hits hard on my emotions. The song fits super perfectly with the amination. As of someone who works full time as a Curtesy Clerk/bagger at a Kroger. This makes my day feel better after a long stressful shift during this Thanksgiving week. Also not to mention that my grandmother was recently diagnosed with liver cancer and we don't know how much longer she'll live.
This is such a good film! I love how realistic it is and the music choice was really good. Both of those together make it such an emotional film. I love it.
This commercial Christmas song is very heartwarming and touching and be thankful and blessed for the people in your life, especially family and friends!
Damn Krogers I officially shed a tear appreciate your family and friends 💯. This is exactly why y'all the number 1 grocery store in the world. To all my loved ones that passed I love y'all so much. Because life is precious you are once 5 years old and then next thing you know you pushing 40 wow. Cherish memories.
It hits me hard as hell man. My wife damn near died in January from a dissection. Thank God she is still with us. Idk how I would survive with twin girls and not go crazy from depression. To all who have lost someone, know that you are loved always by them
Only time will help to make such a heartfelt loss more bearable, so may you find comfort in knowing that your Heavenly Father and your Dad will always be with you.
I'm a 43 year grown man! Kroger why did you make me cry, not once but several times! I've never gotten so emotional over a commercial, I guess knowing my pops is not physically here more than likely added to that. Not great but beautiful and great commercial.💕🙏🏽💯💪🏾👏🏾😭
Thank you, Kroger for this; so touching. The message manifested in this commercial is so much more than a wonderful story. It's symbolic of the never-ending love of family and the continuance of life. I lost my best friend of 51 years this fall, and my brother lost his life-long partner and wife. This will be the first holiday season his family will be without their matriarch. I showed my brother this, and because of the message of this film, his family will all be spending it together...You guys have touched many hearts. Play this every holiday season, please. Many will thank you as I do. Happy holidays!
Kudos to Kroger... You've definitely instilled the remembrance of the Holiday Season...This video was not just an animation...It was bringing memories back to Life 💞
Ohhhhh this is so adorable. I keep hitting the replay button...makes me think of my older sister, she loved the holidays..its been fourteen years since she passed away; yet it seems like yesterday...thank you for sharing this emotional video. HAPPY HOLIDAYS everyone. Thank you Kroeger.
I lost my mother earlier this year, and this hit me right in the feels. I started to cry. It was so well done. Thank you Kroger for showing us what the holidays are really about.
I’m so sorry for your loss. I lost my grandmother in 2017 so we’re even. May she rest for all time. She’ll always be here for you and so will god and Jesus Christ.
I lost my father two years ago. My girlfriend hates and doesn't want kids. I understand and respect her, I've also been away from my entire family since they're all in a different country. I don't feel too good during Christmas season because I'm either all alone in a hotel room or I feel like a stranger watching a happy family get together and do family stuff when I'm dining with the new people I meet. This commercial hits right in the feels because some of us don't even have the little ones to remind us we have family :')
This is the best commercial I’ve ever seen… touching and sweet! I never compliment commercial…ever!! Music is wonderful and the animation is amazing. I like all of the recent commercials as well! The “Down, Down,Down are really cute!! 💜
This commercial is so heartfelt! I'm literally crying right now. So beautiful, Kroger! I'm going pie shopping at your bakery just for this commercial😭😭
Man oh man… i love this commercial and how it puts things in perspective. Grateful to have my family to make memories with still and will try harder to not take that for granted anymore. Thanks for this One, @Kroger
I literally stop what I'm doing and watch then tear up, and when I'm at work the song pops in my head, I envision the commercial and it happens again. Lol
@Kroger, this one hits hard. Lost our mom in 2020. I'm here in 2022 with my Father spending the holidays in a rehab center. Spending time in their home without them has been weird and this commercial pushed my emotions over the edge. I'm torn between I hate you and thank you.
We're sorry for the loss of your mom! We apologize if our commercial is hitting hard this holiday season. We hope your dad gets well soon. We'll share your feedback about our commercial with our team. Thank you!
When my mom passed away Oct 6, and this commercial happened to aired, I "CRIED" like a baby. It's been 2 months, and when I see it's about to come on, I turned down the volume so I won't hear this touching but sad song! 😔😢❤️
We're sorry to hear about the loss of your mom! We send our condolences to your family. ❤️ We're sorry to hear our holiday commercial makes you cry due to your recent loss. We'll share your feedback with our team. Have a good night!
Literally cannot help but tear up when I watch this. Every. Time. My wife is a brilliant cook with a chronic illness. This just taps into my greatest fear. Damn you all. 😂😢
It’s so true. I lost my husband at Christmas time a few years ago and the only thing to ease the sadness at this time of year is cooking something for my family to bring to their celebration.
This aired during the Giants/Cowboys game on Thanksgiving. Was watching with friends. How do we get back to football mode? Well done, Kroger. Beautiful message.
Such beautiful realistic animation! For selling groceries, the animation team really did an amazing job! You could start an animation channel with this creativity!
Your marketing department deserves a big bonus this year. I can't remember the last time a commercial hit me like that.
This is the type of commercial you could run every year for the next generation or two. Instant classic.
Hi Jimothy! We appreciate your feedback on our holiday commercial! We'll share your comments with our team. Have a good day!
I agree. This will go down in history as a classic!
My mom's passed away last year November 17th 2022, this was her favorite commercial. So now every year I pull this video up it makes her memory even more stronger. This video will Always be in my heart. Thank you so much Kroger❤😊
My deepest condolences. 💐🌹🌸🌺🌼🪦⛪️🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸 She’s always here for you. She’ll always be with you. You will see her again. God bless you. He’s here too my dear.
A commercial that actually makes me cry. Wow. Wonderful how they start with his home dark and not decorative like the other homes because he lost his wife, but his family brings him back from being alone and brightens everything. So Wonderful.
💙
@@KrogerCo You are my favorite food company and Fred Meyer is my favorite store!!!!!!
@@KrogerCo kroger
Nice profile pic lol
Ditto 😊
We just found my grandmother's cookbook that went missing after she passed away in 2011. Written in the cover was a note to give it to my wife. This commercial was both beautiful and sad. My lady broke down, went and got it, then cried as she cooked some of my favorite childhood foods. It was like opening a bottle of frozen time... I could almost see my grandma standing beside her in our kitchen....
And i don't want the world 2 see mee🎶
My deepest condolences. 💐🌺🌸🌼🌹🪦⛪️🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸 Jesus loves you.
This commercial was made for me. I lost my wife this year and I was wondering how to make some dishes for Thanksgiving dinner. Then this commercial came on TV. It is so true.
Hang in there my friend. I know it's going to be tough but make the best of it.
She'll help you
Phil do you need any help or ideas?
@@mst7091 I had to consult my wife’s cookbooks but the holidays are difficult without her.
Much love Phil.
I had to look up this commercial. Every time it comes on TV my 5 month old stops what he is doing and stands in awe of it.. it's soo cute! Melts my heart ❤️
Wow! This is the best holiday film I have seen in a long time! I can honestly say that this film really speaks to those who have lost family members as they celebrate the holidays with family, but still see the chair at the table that will never be filled again.
😭
I couldn’t agree more. Nicely written 😊
Very eloquently stated! Thanks Kroger and Pixar!
This.😭I couldn’t find a way to describe my feelings until I read your comment. Thank you.
Sszis@@gcorpus17 g
This one hits right in the feels. I lost my great uncle to dementia today. I remember having him in my life since the beginning and I'm 27 now. Rest in peace uncle Jim.
Aww, you're not alone man. I lost my 100 year old Grandfather less than 2 months ago on Halloween October 31st. My Dad called me at like 4:00 AM and left me a voice message just saying, your Grandfather is gone. I broke down in tears and just cried for like 8 hours straight.
Yeah I felt like I was gonna cry during the kiss part.
This song put tears in my eyes. Thinking of my husband who passed away in December of last year (2021) 2 days before Christmas. I love you and miss you tremendously. ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
So sorry to hear that... Sending hugs your way 🫂
@@musicnerd72 Thank you for your kind words.
@@hhjj5998 ❤️
So sorry for your loss. I lost my Uncle 2 days before Christmas as well. He was like a dad to me. Christmas was his favorite holiday.
@@e-jaythesupreme1504 I am very sorry for your loss as well and I thank you for your kind words. Your uncle and my husband would want us to be happy and to move forward in life, especially during this time of year and the many days after. Thank you for responding!
This is my new favorite holiday commercial. Sad, but also touching the way he used the recipes to connect with her and to his famiy. Just so sweet!
We are glad you like it! ❤️
This commercial is so perfect. I lost my Momma many years ago, and her Mom, my Grandmother, died one year after my Momma. So I had to step up at a very young age to cook Thanksgiving dinner. And while mine is good, in my mind it will never equal my Momma and Grandma’s. They always cooked together. I miss those two wonderful women. Thank you Kroger.
My deepest condolences. 💐🌼🌹🌺🌸⛪️🪦🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸 Jesus Christ loves you. 😘🥰😍💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
I love the detail of how he stopped decorating his home for the holidays until he got out THEIR cookbook as opposed to hers and how his family love made him feel alive. Too sweet. Best commercial! Y'all better remember to enter this one for a Clio, LIT and an Emmy!
Thank you! 😊
They've got my vote!!!
Kroger went full Pixar and pulled an Up on all of us. Darn you for hitting me in all the feels. 😭
Um, this concept is literally ripped straight from ratatouille lmao
Plagiarize ratatouille but make it in the generic corporate art style 🤢
@@Chemicaldessert It's both
This was like a Pixar short and I loved it. I didn’t feel like it ripped off Ratatouille at all, since cooking the meals you shared with someone will definitely bring back memories. I feel like that man was healing from her loss through this
@@juleene_amo4924 Exactly. Just cause it's similar doesn't make it a rip-off
I lost my mother this year. This commercial has really touched me. Thank you Kroger.
We're thinking of you 💙
Me too. 😢
My grandpa and pet bird passed away
My pet hamster passed away when I was 11 😭 thanks kroger
@@KrogerCo I lost my mom to just a few years back but one thing she really loved was the holidays and it’s been hard for me and this really brings tears because it reminds me how much she enjoyed her holidays
My grandma passed away this year, I’m so glad we were able to get her recipes while she was still alive. Beautiful short film
We are sorry to hear about your grandma, but so glad you will be able to enjoy her wonderful recipes for years to come.
Mine did too....I got her recipes as well...I'm sorry for your loss 😔
Mine died earlier this year. Both of my grandmas are now gone. I still remember being dropped off at their houses when I was little. It feels weird, even now.
My deepest condolences 💐 to every single one of you. May your love rest for all time.
There were definitely chopped onions hidden throughout this whole thing. Man that came out of left field, I wasn't expecting all the feels to hit like that. Loved it.
First commercial I’ve ever searched for to rewatch on UA-cam. This is such a great ad Kroger. I lost my grandmother this year and this really hit home how much I will miss traveling to her home and eating her meals around the holidays. Luckily we got her recipes and I can’t wait to make them and pass down those same traditions to my children.
Thanks for watching, Bryan. Touching story! ♥
Never had a TV commercial bring me to tears before. I think that's why I started cooking the last few years no friends or family left just memories.
I am sorry for your loss and I hope you can find some new friends ❤
Absolutely amazing and tearfully enjoyable. The perfect Pixar setting, Perfect song and the perfect time of the year. In a time were everyone seems to be fighting with each other, this is a reminder of what it family and friends really means. Thank you Kroger.
My grandpa died a few months after I was born, this commercial really reminds me of how family and friends really matter.
Kroger, you did well in this commercial… It has all the feelings that Disney shared in the movie “Up”. There is a lot going on in this piece…and I would love to see more of his adventures with Isabels cookbook!
Saw this watching the news this morning and cried. So beautiful.
My goodness. Kroger has me all in my feels. This made me so emotional. Not only because of the beautiful memories I have of past holidays with my loved ones who are in heaven. It made me think about how my son will be off to college and on his own in a couple of years, and then starting his life as an independent man. I hope he can look back on the memories we've created with him that will make him smile and think about how loved he was and always will be. Kroger, because of this short film, hubby and I will step up our game to make even more beautiful memories for our family. Well done.
This made me want to help my wife even more this year with being more involved with everything
I showed my mom this and she started crying. It's such a cute commercial and depending on the person, itll hit you right in the feels.
Wow. Wow wow wow. Wow. Now typically, I expect the usual holiday dribble that they churn out for commercials each year. Kroger, however, took it in a whole different direction. This is stunning. It’s a piece of art as much as it is an advertisement. This made me feel intensely for those celebrating the holidays without a loved one. Kroger, you’ve gained a life long customer, bravo!
Wow. Wowowowow. Wow
This actually got me emotional.
Iris is one of my favorite songs to sing when it comes to Karaoke.
So Glad Colbie Calliat did this song Justice❤
Probably the best commercial I've seen in a long time. My mom saw it on TV first, then asked me to find it again for her to watch/listen. She says the song is a great take on the original and that the animation is so happy and sweet. I couldn't agree more. ❤
This is just wow!! I lost my mother 8 years ago at the age of 19. my first born was only 8 moths at the time. Since then, I lost my granny and my brother and this commercial speaks so many volumes for my family and I as the holidays approach and we no longer see them anymore. I am literally bawling my eyes out. Kroger's you all did great with this.
Bless you wishing you peace I believe although you may sometimes feel far from your mother, she is always close and near to you God bless you
@@5Kwame God bless you as well thankyou for your kind words..Happy Holidays .
I'm not crying - you're crying! It been years since my whole family has been together for Thanksgiving. Mom passed in '06 and it was some time before that. Thank you, Kroger for putting this together.
You're welcome! Happy Holidays!
Bring the family back together in her memory. God bless!
geez to Pete this is good! Made me cry about 5 times now. Every time I see it I have tears running down my cheeks....in a good way. Also saw it on TV last night. Cried then too!
Thanks for the feedback! We appreciate it 😀
This commercial just came on while my family and I were watching TV. I just lost my dad September 1, 2022 . This commercial really hit hard. Thank you Kroger this was beautiful
I’m 32 and I haven’t really cried in 15 years. This did it. It doesn’t help that this song was on my mp3 on the way to my grandpa’s funeral in 2006.
To me this commercial embodies the true spirit of the holiday season, spending time with loved ones and remembering the loved ones who are no longer with us. By finding his wife's old recipe book and using the recipes to prepare a feast for their family, the old man has enabled his wife to be a part of family celebrations for years to come.
Here I am, a 57 year man thinking of how when I taste a dish made with one of my grandma's old recipes I immediately think of her and how much she loved her family. It's crazy how a commercial can bring forth so many powerful memories and feelings, making a 57 year old man cry like a baby.
We're happy you enjoyed the video! 💙
I didn't pay attention to this film until my 5 years old son show me and my daughter explain me the meaning and now I cry every time that I see the commercial than you very much for this film .and now is our favorite we come to the t.v. every time we listen the song we pause everything and enjoy this beautiful commercial .
💙
I cry every time I see this commercial because I lost my mother back in 2019. I miss her every day and it's just my dad and I now. Really hit hard with this one. 😭😭😭
This reminded me again how lonely the holidays are, but this is still beautiful.
Crying so hard watching this. Kroger nailed it! They got me in the heart❤
💙
Me three. 💙🩵
Reminds me of my grandpa when he passed away.
This caused my grandma developed depression.
She is fully recovered now, and I'm really happy about it.
I've never had an emotional reaction to a commercial before, but this one made me cry. Well done!
❤️
This commercial is beautiful but it had me in tears! I can’t help but think of my grandpa on thanksgiving. He has been gone for 4 years now and he was my best friend. The elderly man in the video looks like an animated version of him. I miss him so much
Definitely need more of these little moments on TV all year round. So cathartic and nostalgic ❤. Great job Kroger! Can't wait for 2023 holiday season!
Among all the chaos on TV now a days this commercial stood out to me and warmed my heart ❤️ thank you Kroger.
We're so glad to hear that. We appreciate you! 💙
What a beautiful commercial to think of loved ones who are no longer with us. Especially around the holidays when you have a heavy heart, missing them the most. I lost my grandpa in September of 2021 after a brief battle with cancer. We were very close, and was the father figure in my life. Losing him turned my world upside down, and I'm still trying to pick up the broken pieces. My grandfather loved to cook for me and my sister, and always made delicious meals. At his house we knew we'd never go home with an empty stomach. One of his favorite things to cook was his apple pies. Right when I saw that in the commercial, I cried. It made me miss all of the wonderful times I had with my grandpa, and wishing that time could have stood still. I miss him so much. I wish grandparents could live forever. Memories are all we have left. Never forget to tell someone how much they mean to you, while they are still here with us. Thank you Kroger, I really needed this. ❤️🎄🥺
Thanks so much for sharing this! 💙
I need this commercial back on the air this Christmas 2024. Please❤
This is so amazing and emotional. Brought a tear to my eye watching this as it reminded me of my grandparents who have past and their amazing recipes and cooking. Can I ask who sings this amazing cover of Iris?
Hey! We're glad to hear you enjoyed it! @Colbie Caillat is singing the song!
ua-cam.com/users/colbiecaillat?si=ELPmzJkDCLju2KnD5oyZMQ
We hope this helps! ❤️
@@KrogerCo why was Kroger funneling money to the Oath Keepers prior to 1/6? The leader of that group was just found guilty of seditious conspiracy.
What were the Oath Keepers doing prior to 1/6 that Kroger found so worthwhile as to give them $$$? They were always a bigoted violent group.
Colbie Colliat and Goo Goo Dolls ❤
This is soooo emotional and I love it!!! Brings tears to my eyes each time I see it…. It’s very emotional ❤😢
What a beautiful little film this is... Touched my heart.
Missing my mom and dad on the holidays...and every day.
Ok.. I have never EVER seen a better ad then this. It's just so heartwarming.. LOVE IT!!
Man this ad hits hard on my emotions. The song fits super perfectly with the amination. As of someone who works full time as a Curtesy Clerk/bagger at a Kroger. This makes my day feel better after a long stressful shift during this Thanksgiving week. Also not to mention that my grandmother was recently diagnosed with liver cancer and we don't know how much longer she'll live.
This made my eyes water , thank you for showing the other side of America, the diverse side.
❤️
This is such a good film! I love how realistic it is and the music choice was really good. Both of those together make it such an emotional film. I love it.
❤️
This commercial Christmas song is very heartwarming and touching and be thankful and blessed for the people in your life, especially family and friends!
That's right!
I knew I couldn’t be the only one who fell in love with this commercial
Kroger has no business making me cry! 😭😂
I agree😢
I shed a tear for real
Oh yes it does.
Forreal 😢
Kroger, Kroger, Kroger this is a beautiful commercial but a sad commercial too. I can't stop crying lot of tears won't stop falling from my eyes.
Extremely effect and the perfect message...they knocked it out of the park. This should get an advertising award...
Whoever did this marketing campaign deserves a raise. Brilliant.... By far the most moving holiday commercial of 2022!
We're so happy you enjoyed it, Emily! 💙
Damn Krogers I officially shed a tear appreciate your family and friends 💯. This is exactly why y'all the number 1 grocery store in the world. To all my loved ones that passed I love y'all so much. Because life is precious you are once 5 years old and then next thing you know you pushing 40 wow. Cherish memories.
THIS IS UP THERE WITH THOSE 90'S BUDWEISER CHRISTMAS COMMERCIALS. MASTERPIECE. GREAT JOB KROGER.
Thank you! 😁
Krogers you got me with this one and I barely cry you done made me shed a tear damn nose running
It hits me hard as hell man. My wife damn near died in January from a dissection. Thank God she is still with us. Idk how I would survive with twin girls and not go crazy from depression. To all who have lost someone, know that you are loved always by them
Lost my dad last year. He always cooked our family meals. When I tell you this hit me hard 💔😢
Only time will help to make such a heartfelt loss more bearable, so may you find comfort in knowing that your Heavenly Father and your Dad will always be with you.
My deepest sympathies to you and merry Christmas 🎁 🎄
Still come back to this video 😢😢😢so heart felt ❤
I'm a 43 year grown man! Kroger why did you make me cry, not once but several times! I've never gotten so emotional over a commercial, I guess knowing my pops is not physically here more than likely added to that. Not great but beautiful and great commercial.💕🙏🏽💯💪🏾👏🏾😭
This is prob the most wholsome tear jerking heart melting ad ive ever seen. This fr just hits difrent
Its a touching video. It reminds me of my loved one I lost. It's one of my favorites. You guys really got me on this one.
Thank you, Kroger for this; so touching. The message manifested in this commercial is so much more than a wonderful story. It's symbolic of the never-ending love of family and the continuance of life. I lost my best friend of 51 years this fall, and my brother lost his life-long partner and wife. This will be the first holiday season his family will be without their matriarch. I showed my brother this, and because of the message of this film, his family will all be spending it together...You guys have touched many hearts. Play this every holiday season, please. Many will thank you as I do. Happy holidays!
This short film is very good. It is kind of like the movie Up. There are so many special people in someone’s life, especially family, and friends.
Thank you! You are right!
Kudos to Kroger... You've definitely instilled the remembrance of the Holiday Season...This video was not just an animation...It was bringing memories back to Life 💞
❤️
@@KrogerCo this video reminds me that Kroger funded a WS group, The Oath Keepers, whose leader was just found guilty of seditious conspiracy.
This is one of the best commercials i have ever seen. Kroger, you did an amazing job on this one!
Ohhhhh this is so adorable. I keep hitting the replay button...makes me think of my older sister, she loved the holidays..its been fourteen years since she passed away; yet it seems like yesterday...thank you for sharing this emotional video. HAPPY HOLIDAYS everyone. Thank you Kroeger.
Just saw this commercial for the first time watching Michigan and Ohio State. Such a sweet commercial. Gave me "UP" vibes.
❤️
I lost my mother earlier this year, and this hit me right in the feels. I started to cry. It was so well done. Thank you Kroger for showing us what the holidays are really about.
I’m so sorry for your loss. I lost my grandmother in 2017 so we’re even. May she rest for all time. She’ll always be here for you and so will god and Jesus Christ.
Wow this hits home. It looks like my family but in the future. Very touching. Thank you Kroger for representing families like mine.
This really is giving strong UP vibes. So sweet. 💕
One of the greatest commercials of all time. Still makes me cry in under a minute.
This is one of the best holiday commercials I have ever saw. I love the story it told and how to keep memories going through food.
Thanks, Allison!
I lost my father two years ago. My girlfriend hates and doesn't want kids. I understand and respect her, I've also been away from my entire family since they're all in a different country. I don't feel too good during Christmas season because I'm either all alone in a hotel room or I feel like a stranger watching a happy family get together and do family stuff when I'm dining with the new people I meet. This commercial hits right in the feels because some of us don't even have the little ones to remind us we have family :')
This is the best commercial I’ve ever seen… touching and sweet! I never compliment commercial…ever!! Music is wonderful and the animation is amazing. I like all of the recent commercials as well!
The “Down, Down,Down are really cute!! 💜
We're glad you enjoyed it!
It was so good I had to come back and rewatch it this year 🥹🥲 Oh the memories and oh my heart ❤️🩹🫶😇🍽️🙏🏼❣️
🥺
This commercial is so heartfelt! I'm literally crying right now. So beautiful, Kroger! I'm going pie shopping at your bakery just for this commercial😭😭
Beautiful . . . Made this old guy cry like a baby!
💙
Well thank you krogers for making me cry my eyeballs out with this one what a shower of emotions at once 😢❤
I have watched this so many times and it always makes me cry. I love it so much! The Magical Cookbook indeed!! ❤️🥰
Thanks, Dina! We're glad you love it!
Really going for the heart strings this holiday season, Kroger. Bravo. Gonna go write down my recipes for my kids now
Me too. I been putting it off for so long
Best commercials ever made.. really love the COVID-19 lockdown theme (converted my living room into a gym)
Again clearly the best Kroger commercial ever made and boy does it make me miss my mama so much!!!!💯☮️💕✊🛠🍀
Kroger nailed it with this commercial. It almost brought me to tears. Why can’t more commercials be like this?
Man oh man… i love this commercial and how it puts things in perspective. Grateful to have my family to make memories with still and will try harder to not take that for granted anymore. Thanks for this One, @Kroger
Just casually watching TV after work and apparently Kroger wants me to cry my eyes out - thanks
I literally stop what I'm doing and watch then tear up, and when I'm at work the song pops in my head, I envision the commercial and it happens again. Lol
@Kroger, this one hits hard. Lost our mom in 2020. I'm here in 2022 with my Father spending the holidays in a rehab center. Spending time in their home without them has been weird and this commercial pushed my emotions over the edge. I'm torn between I hate you and thank you.
We're sorry for the loss of your mom! We apologize if our commercial is hitting hard this holiday season. We hope your dad gets well soon. We'll share your feedback about our commercial with our team. Thank you!
This is so sweet, and reminding me to write down my recipes!!! 🥹🥹
When my mom passed away Oct 6, and this commercial happened to aired, I "CRIED" like a baby. It's been 2 months, and when I see it's about to come on, I turned down the volume so I won't hear this touching but sad song! 😔😢❤️
We're sorry to hear about the loss of your mom! We send our condolences to your family. ❤️ We're sorry to hear our holiday commercial makes you cry due to your recent loss. We'll share your feedback with our team. Have a good night!
My deepest condolences. 💐🌼🌺🌸🌹🪦⛪️🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🌼🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸 God loves you.
I love this commercial so much - made me cry!
My mother transitioned 12 days before Christmas in 1999. This commercial resignates to the end. It makes me cry 😢, but I still love it. 😊
Love the approach Kroger has gone with for the holidays this year. The animation quality and sentimentality won me over.
Literally cannot help but tear up when I watch this. Every. Time.
My wife is a brilliant cook with a chronic illness. This just taps into my greatest fear.
Damn you all. 😂😢
Thank you for sharing and I hope she is doing well despite her illness. Take care and blessings to you and your family.
It’s so true. I lost my husband at Christmas time a few years ago and the only thing to ease the sadness at this time of year is cooking something for my family to bring to their celebration.
This aired during the Giants/Cowboys game on Thanksgiving. Was watching with friends. How do we get back to football mode? Well done, Kroger. Beautiful message.
Thank you!
Such beautiful realistic animation! For selling groceries, the animation team really did an amazing job! You could start an animation channel with this creativity!
💙