This one didn't make it through, so I'll try again. Sorry if it's a dup post.
When my grand mother died, she left me her TV. Which was coated with smokers film. Pine cleaner and warm water took that off.
Cleaning AC coils, I've seen some coil cleaners which do a nice job removing smokers film.
Couple folks I know, smoke in the minivan. What's a good way to remove the smoke from plastic surfaces, windows, upholstery, seats, small children in carseats, etc.?