Vintage Stock Footage
1979 California
256 clips filmed in California during 1979, scanned from original 8mm and Super 8 home movie reels. Every clip page shows the source reel it came from and the evidence behind its date and place.
$149 flat license · royalty-free worldwide
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California USA (1979): The Child Eating Chocolate With Over Mouth It Look Like
Laguna Beach California USA (1979): Two Puppies Sitting With Each Other In Their
California USA (1979): The Child Is Playing Themselves Very Happily And Enjoyment
California USA (1979): Gifting The Children
California USA (1979): Young Girl Receives Toy Tea Set And Sets It Up On The Table
California USA (1979): Child In Little Blue Jacket Riding His Tricycle Having Fun
California USA (1979): After Opening Gifts We Go Outside To Pull Around Just
California USA (1979): Little Girl Riding Tricycle With Wagon In A Circle On Patio
California USA (1979): Please Teach Me The Right Way To Ride My Bike
California USA (1979): A Little Girl Riding Her Toy Wagon
California USA (1979): Holiday Dinner Around The Table
California USA (1979): Receiving Your Dream Doll As A Gift Is The Best Present For
California USA (1979): Family Opening Christmas Presents At Home In A Home Video
California USA (1979): A Little Girl Opening Up A Christmas Present
California USA (1979): Young Little Girl Celebrating Her Birthday With Her Mother
California USA (1979): A Baby Girl Eating Her Food With A Bib On
California USA (1979): A Little Girl Playing On Merry Go Round With Mom
California USA (1979): A Mom And A Small Little Girl In Pink Are Riding Around On
California USA (1979): Child Plays Outside At A Park On Old Metal Structure
California USA (1979): Girl Climbing In The Park With An Adults Help
California USA (1979): Teach Me The Right Way To Ride The Seesaw Please
California USA (1979): Mom And Baby Important Playtime Outside On The Park Slide
California USA (1979): Spending Time With Your Children Is The Most Fun And
California USA (1979): A Little Girl Outside At A Playground Using Slide And
Frequently asked questions
What kind of 1979 California footage is available?
Stockfilm preserves authentic 1979 California home movies on 8mm, Super 8, and 16mm reels restored to 4K. Expect candid daily life, streetscapes, travel, family events, and period-accurate fashion and vehicles, all shot on real film stock from the era.
What format was 1979 California footage shot on?
By the 1970s, most home movies were shot on Super 8, with some Standard 8mm and 16mm still in use. We scan original reels at 4K and color-correct each clip while preserving authentic film grain.
Can I license 1979 California stock footage commercially?
Yes. The clips shown on this page are available for royalty-free direct licensing from Stockfilm for film, documentary, advertising, and online use.
Where can I download 1979 California archival footage?
Open a clip from the collection above, choose License Direct, and complete checkout to receive the licensed master download from Stockfilm.