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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

Amazon Drone Delivery Is the Future

Hingston: Honestly, it’s no less problematic than our current system.

Local HIV Org Honors Ed Rendell

He gets props for his commitment to ending the epidemic.

News

The Best Movie Ever Made About Philly Is…

Mannequin. Dan McQuade explains.

News

Pennsbury Grad Eliminated From ‘The Voice’

Loses to a guy from Lancaster.

News

Barnes Foundation President Steps Down

We know of a few people who are pretty happy today.

News

Will Ferrell’s Inspiration for Anchorman Was Jessica Savitch’s Co-Anchor

Meet Mort Crim.


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.


Region’s Second Largest Employer to Offer Same-Sex Health Benefits

Kudos, St. Luke’s.

News

Air Pollution Alert in Philadelphia Today

Children, old people, stay inside.

News

Chris Christie Is GQ’s “Boss of the Year”

Because…he takes selfies?

News

Conservatives’ Unexpected Solution to Poverty

The government should start writing checks. Really.

How Does PA Fare On State-By-State Ranking of Penis Size?

See the list.

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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.


LISTEN: Awesome Mashup of 2013 Pop Hits

Can you spot all 68 songs?

News

Buzz Bissinger to Lecture at Kelly Writers House

Famed writer visits under Fellows Program.

News

Pope Francis Just Provided Us With the Most Awesome Road House Fan Fiction Scenario, Ever

The pontiff once worked as a bouncer.

News

Penn Museum Invites Blind Visitors to Touch Artifacts

Hands-on tours offered every Monday.

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