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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

Jonathan Papelbon’s “Awkward Family Photo” Might Make You Like Him Again

It’s the highlight of his Phillies career.

News

B101 to Change Name, Keep Format

Now will be known as ‘MoreFM at 101.’

News

Holy Ghost Prep Alum Responds to Firing of Michael Griffin

McQuade: Why I don’t give money to the church.

5 Gayborhood Bars with Snow Day Drink Specials

These spots are #OpeninPHL and gay.

News

Lions Fan Says He Was Beaten After Eagles Game

Was rescued by another Eagles fan, thank goodness.

News

WATCH: Jon Stewart Smacks Santorum for Mandela Comments

“Obamacare is not apartheid.”


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

The Rocky 50K Is Now a Philadelphia Tradition

Plans under way for next year’s run.

Arrests Made in Brutal Gayborhood Attack

More on the bone-chilling incident.

News

New Jersey’s Other Hot Single U.S. Senator Gets Engaged

Robert Menendez is getting married.

News

Kobe Bryant and 6 Others Who Should Retire Like Doc

Roy Halladay knew when to call it quits.

News

VIDEO: Finn’s First Snow

How much is that doggie in the snow drift?¸

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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.


The Millennial Behind Philly’s LGBT Equality Bill

Meet Jim Kenney’s right hand man.

News

Princeton Students Line Up For Meningitis Vaccine

“Hundreds” seeking proection from dangerous infection.

News

VIDEO: Possible Abduction at 19th and Green

Scary stuff.

News

Our Favorite Moments From John Bolaris’s Live Weather Chat

Yes, “do shot” is involved.

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