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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

Barkley Hosts Fox 29 Sports Broadcast

And ends up talking pro wrestling.

News

10 Stupid Internet News Stories I Keep Reading

Hingston: I’m paying $460 a month for this?

“We Do Not Hold Gay Marriages at Our Facility”

Lesbian couple denied service in North Abington.

News

Philadelphians Chase Down Driver of Cadillac That Hit Bus

He was charged with DUI.

News

Ex-State Health Secretary: Pa. Didn’t Study Fracking

“The lack of any action speaks volumes.”

Olympian Ian Thorpe Comes Out

“I’m not straight,” he says.


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

Bucks Co. Coroner Explains Why Corpse Fell Out of Truck

The truck was old.

News

Photos: Philly Fans Gather for World Cup Final

Germany beat Argentina, 1-0, in extra time.

News

Politico: Is Michael Nutter Too Honest?

And what has his mayorship taught us about what Philly should expect of its next mayor?

News

Christie Takes Obama to Task at Governors’ Conference

Criticizes his Middle East policy, calls for repeal of Obamacare.

News

Trump Plaza Confirms Plan to Close in Sept.

The casino joins Revel and Showboat in circling the A.C. drain.

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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.


IGM Spokesman Mark Block Resigns

He was the public face of the Inky’s many recent ownership groups.

What the Gays Did on Instagram This Week

Summer adventures in Rehoboth.

Gay Things to Do This Weekend

Bev Offends the Masses, “Proud Exposures” at William Way, Back 2 Basics returns and more.

News

The Phillymag.com Pop Quiz for the Week

Inhale, inhale—it never gets stale! Plus brews, booze, boos—all the usual suspects.

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