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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

Flashback Friday:

Spice up your wet weekend

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Kiosk of Death

Walmart’s the latest to say “no“

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Stop Buying Celebrity Perfumes

Beyoncé’s new scent inspires a boycott

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Bisexuality isn’t a Myth

A new study says men can like both

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Bisexuality isn’t a Myth

A new study says men can like both

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The Check-Up

Today’s top health headlines


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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The Check-Up

Today’s top health headlines

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“Don’t Be Afraid of the Dark”

Grade: C

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Weekend Roundup (Hurricane Edition)

Don’t let Irene get you down

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ESPN Taints Little League

Mugging for the cameras

Morning Scoop: Ackerman Violates Buyout?

Plus: Dykstra whipped it out

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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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Twitter Takeover

Follow @phillymag today!

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Mendte: Gadhafi’s Departure

He should’ve dealt with Curt Weldon

Jay Wright’s Flash Mob

Dances to Katy Perry

Vick is White in ESPN

Mag art shows QB as a white dude

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