| # | Air Date | Episode Name | Watched? |
|---|---|---|---|
| E1 | Feb 01, 2012 | ||
| E2 | Jan 30, 2013 | ||
| E3 | Jan 29, 2014 | ||
| E4 | Jan 26, 2015 | ||
| E5 | Feb 02, 2016 | ||
| E6 | Jan 31, 2017 | ||
| E7 | Jan 27, 2001 | ||
| E8 | Feb 01, 2002 | ||
| E9 | Nov 08, 2003 | ||
| E10 | Jan 31, 2004 | ||
| E11 | Feb 05, 2005 | ||
| E12 | Feb 04, 2006 | ||
| E13 | Feb 02, 2007 | ||
| E14 | Jan 26, 2008 | ||
| E15 | Jan 31, 2009 | ||
| E16 | Feb 03, 2010 | ||
| E17 | Feb 04, 2011 | ||
| E18 | Feb 01, 2012 | ||
| E19 | Jan 30, 2013 | ||
| E20 | Jan 29, 2014 | ||
| E21 | Jan 26, 2015 | ||
| E22 | Jan 31, 2017 | ||
| E23 | Jan 29, 2018 | ||
| E24 | Jan 29, 2019 | ||
| E25 | Jan 29, 2020 | ||
| E26 | Jan 03, 2021 | ||
| E27 | Feb 08, 2022 | ||
| E28 | Feb 08, 2023 | ||
| E29 | Feb 09, 2024 | ||
| E30 | Feb 05, 2025 | ||
| E31 | Feb 02, 2026 |
Super Bowl's Greatest Commercials has maintained a steady Annual rhythm for 23 years, typically returning in January or February. Since its debut in 2001, this CBS special has functioned as a cornerstone of the network's lead-up to the NFL championship. As a countdown-style program, it capitalizes on the cultural phenomenon of high-budget advertising, often featuring nostalgic favorites and sneak peeks at upcoming spots. The show has demonstrated remarkable consistency, anchoring the weeknight slot just days before the big game.
The historical trajectory reflects the growing importance of the ad-bowl as a standalone event. While the specific air date shifts based on the NFL schedule, its presence in the winter lineup remains a fixed point. This enduring format has allowed it to survive shifts in linear television, proving its value as a reliable promotional vehicle for the network.