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Michelob Ultra Debuts 'The ULTRA Instructor' Super Bowl Ad Starring Kurt Russell and Lewis Pullman

The ski-set spot taps the rare NBC overlap with the Winter Olympics to advance the brand's 'Play for an Ultra' platform.

Overview

  • The 60-second commercial premiered Jan. 28 in an exclusive release to People ahead of its Feb. 8 Super Bowl LX airing.
  • Director Joseph Kosinski shot the piece on a real mountain to emphasize cinematic craft and authenticity.
  • Olympians Chloe Kim and T. J. Oshie appear as Russell guides Pullman in a storyline centered on mentorship and friendly competition.
  • Russell and Pullman each make their first Super Bowl commercial appearance with this campaign.
  • Michelob Ultra frames the spot within its 'Superior Is Worth Playing For' message as the Official Beer Sponsor of Team USA.