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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

News

Romney Must Address Mormonism

Before it’s too late (again)

News

Texting and Dating

Tips for modern relationships

News

Bill Clinton: Gaga Fan?

The former prez likes a meatless diva

News

Are Gay Men Offered Fewer Jobs?

Being out has its consequences

News

“Footloose” Review

Just Netflix the original

News

Weekend Roundup

Alec Mapa, Laramie, AIDS Walk and more!


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.


News

Five Worst Wedding Toasts

Beware the bitter bridesmaid

News

Morning Scoop: Lines for New iPhone

Plus: Christie is sick of speculation

News

A Victim’s Night With the PPD

Reporting a crime is not easy

News

Homeless at Occupy Philly

How do you help the zeros?

News

Why Weren’t Mummers Arrested in the Prostitution Bust?

PPD lets boys be boys

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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.


News

Sheriff’s Audit Uncovers $50M

Money to be returned to city, state

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A Guy Cuts Off Arm

Hides limb in home

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Navy Yard Getting a Marriott

Hotel planned for Navy Yard

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Clinton to Hold Nutter Rally

Plans trip to help incumbent

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