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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

Businessmen Propositioned for Ackerman Buyout

Higher-ups hit up for cash

News

Who Needs Labels?

The Ps and Qs of LGBT

News

Mendte: More Radio News

“Chick Radio“ coming soon?

News

Preview: We Were Here

AIDS in the early years

Singing In The Rain

Sports Radio WIP to Simulcast on FM

Also hires CSN’s Barkann


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

Bachmann’s Biggest Mistake?

Her ties to Kill the Gays

News

Stephen Starr Stands Up for South Street

But will city officials listen?

News

My Days Aren’t Numbered

Life without math skills

News

My Days Aren’t Numbered

Life without math skills

Morning Scoop: Christie for President?

Plus: Maclin says he’s okay

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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

A PA Distinction

The most juveniles serving life sentences

News

Why Collingswood Rocks

Life in the burbs

Polanco Hits DL

Schwimer called to the Bigs

Former Sixer Pinball Wizard

MacCulloch at World Championships

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