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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

What We Love: MTV’s Coming Out

The new series gets real

News

Cher Gets Her Own Comic Book

The Dark Lady’s in the spotlight

News

Founding Fathers at Occupy Philly?

Why they would’ve joined the protest

News

Morning Scoop: Flyers Win Again

Plus: No pot shop for Maple Shade

News

Can a Car Change You?

What you drive affects your personality

News

Mangini Turns Down the Eagles

So much for a defensive consultant


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.


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Mummers Mug Shots and Photos

Police release shots from sting

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GQ Likes Some Philly Spots

Rag digs NoLibs and Old City

News

EMS Slow to Respond

City Controller says teams arrive late

News

Plastic Surgery for Men Increases

Gender equality gone wrong

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Tastykake Sponsors NASCAR Car

Number 34 car gets treat decals

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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.


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Woman Sues Haverford Home

Files lawsuit after alleged abuse

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Armed Guards in Casinos?

Trump Resorts makes request

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Q&A: Andrew Kalan

The Delco pot candy guy

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LiCK Turns Five

The troupe celebrates this weekend

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