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How Five Days in Philly Changed Movie History Forever

On the 50th anniversary of Rocky, the never-before-told story of the crazed, chaotic, and clandestine filming of the city’s most famous movie.


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Opinion

Dear Josh Shapiro: Now That You Have the Votes, Here’s Our Wish List

Mac Mart owner Marti Liberman, whose business was targeted by the Boycott Ride in Philadelphia on Sunday, November 8th (photo courtesy Marti Lieberman/Mac Mart)
Q&A

Mac Mart Wasn’t Even Supposed to Be Open During the Philly Boycott Ride. Here’s Why It Was

Guides

14 New Books by Philly Authors to Add to Your TBR List

Latest Stories

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Michael Vick Has Broken Ribs

QB down with injury

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Delco ADA Charged

Accused of hit-and-run

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Papelbon Comes to Philly

Closer here for physical

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Bi Pop Star Jessie J Asks “Who’s Laughing Now?”

If you haven’t heard of her, you will

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A-List: Dallas Star Says He Was Assaulted

Does everyone hate Taylor Garrett?

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Who Will Be the New Miss Gay PA?

The pageant celebrates 20 years


Best of Philly 2026: Best Philadelphians

Best of Philly 2026: Best Philadelphians

Brainiac scientists. The city’s most fanatical fans. A Mister Softee aficionado who stole our hearts — and more of our favorite neighbors this year

The 25 Most Philly Athletes of All Time

The 25 Most Philly Athletes of All Time

This city has had a love affair with the pitchers, running backs, goalies, and point guards who have called it home. Here, we present our definitive ranking. Let the debates begin.


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Degrees for Dummies

College isn’t for everyone

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What We Love: Gay Penguins

Buddy and Pedro’s happy ending

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The Eagles Stink

And it’s all Andy Reid’s fault

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Love/Hate Over Papelbon

Amaro’s flair for drama

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Eagles Lose … Again

Plus: Chelsea Clinton to NBC News

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76 Other Ways Philly Changed the World

76 Other Ways Philly Changed the World

Sure, Philly gave America democracy. But, from bubble gum to the world’s first computer to life-saving medical breakthroughs, Philadelphia’s greatest export is actually our influence.

Our Petition Worked — Ona Judge Day Is Now Official

Our Petition Worked — Ona Judge Day Is Now Official

We launched a petition to urge the Mayor and City Council to make May 21st a day to honor the brave former slave who escaped from George Washington — because no one tells Philadelphia to keep the truth to ourselves.


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Americans Don’t Want to Work

Just look to Alabama for proof

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Michael Nutter vs. Occupy Philly

Communication problems cause drama

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PSU Taiwanese Animation Video

It’s a bit out there…

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McQueary Out at Penn State

Tells wide receivers he’s done

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