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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

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News

Bamboo Flourishes in Philly Suburbs

It’s tough to control. Is it an invasive species?

News

Donald Trump Suing to Get Name Off Casinos

He only owns 10 percent of them anymore, anyway.

8 Best New Gay Movies On Netflix Streaming

Including Codependent Lesbian Space Alien Seeks Same

News

No Kelly Green Jerseys in Store for Eagles

The problem: the helmets.

News

Comcast Merger Faces Farmers’ Rebellion

Comcast Today: RFD-TV mounts grass-roots campaign against urbanized TV.

News

Philly Man Accused of Terrorist Ties

Indictment: Hayatullah Dawari lied on a naturalization form.


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.


Target Announces Support for Gay Marriage

Finally.

The Secret App Is a World of Trouble

Do yourself a favor; delete it.

News

Mets Give Out Truck With Phillies Logo

It may have been just one. But it’s still funny.

News

Corbett Met With Campaign Staff in Office

Some are up in arms over this.

News

Internal Affairs Investigating Police Response at 2nd St. Festival

Witnesses say police acted with indifference.

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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

Wildwood Considering Beach Tags Again

The idea will be discussed next week.

Bryn Mawr Named Top 20 LGBT-Friendly School

Surprisingly Penn didn’t make the cut.

News

Gov. Corbett Pushes to Open Philly Schools on Time

Sending the city $265 million, asking Legislature to go back to work and pass the cigarette tax.

News

Crowd Jams Center City to Purchase New Coin

It cost $1,250. People were hired to wait in line.

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