These are just a few sights from the documentary, “Rainier: A Beer Odyssey,” which showcases the legendary commercials of Seattle’s beloved Rainier Brewery that ran from 1974 to 1987.

But before Johnson thought up the series, Rainier beer gained recognition by the commercials. The iconic ads were made by a trailblazing marketing agency, Heckler and Associates.

For over a century, Rainier Beer has been a staple of Washington state, its iconic red "R" and quirky ads cementing its place in the cultural fabric of the Pacific Northwest. Now this kick-starter ...

Rainier Beer’s famous “Get it yourself, Bob!” television commercial made the fed-up Marlene a feminist hero in 1970s Seattle. Courtesy Rainier: A Beer Odyssey/Washington State Historical ...