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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

Investigation Continues Into Fatal Fire

Four children killed in Southwest Philly blaze over the weekend.

News

Stan Wischnowski Leads Philly Newspapers to the Future

“We have a chance to thrive.”

News

Kane Won’t Sue Inky, After All

PA attorney general no longer represented by Richard Sprague.

News

4th of July In Philly: Good Concert, Bad Language

Happy effing 4th of July, everyone!

Gay Philly Weekend Roundup

BBQ, Tennis, and Burlesque…oh, my!

Third Circuit Court Rejects Appeal of Marriage Equality

Theresa Santai-Gaffne’s attempt failed.


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

Does Philly Really Treat Homeless Like Garbage?

Van Zuylen-Wood: This is one area where the city specifically excels, and deserves credit.

Oh No: Firework Postponements Begin

Blame Hurricane Arthur.

News

Phillymag.com Is Off Friday for the 4th

Enjoy your holiday!

News

Ex-Penn Recreation Director Charged with Theft

She allegedly stole treadmills and elliptical machines.

News

Little Nicky Scarfo, 3 Others Convicted in Mob Trial

Scarfo Jr. could face life.

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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

The Phillymag.com Pop Quiz for the Week

Welcome, America, to our Wawa loyalty, enterprising cops and big urban dreams.

News

City Runs Out of Ambulances Almost Every Day

The city was out of medic units twice on Tuesday.

News

Shore 2014: The Best Food and Drink

These are the places worth leaving the beach for.

Gay Philly Instagrams You Must See

The early bird special!

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