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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

60-Second Critic: Spit Baths

Fiction: Spit Baths

Recipe: Gingerbread Snaps

Recipe: Gingerbread Snaps

Exene Cervenka & the Original Sinners

Exene Cervenka & the Original Sinners

The Good Life: Team Spirit

Team Spirit

The Good Life: Like Butter

Like Butter

Duross & Langel, Philly's original soap stop, has something for everyone

Squeaky-Clean Stocking Stuffers


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.


Do a good deed this season, meet Preston and Steve, and earn a shot at a great prize

Hunger Never Takes a Holiday

When planning’s bogged you down, slather on one of the most comforting scents around

Bean Me Up

Homefront: Blue Streak

Blue Streak, Wilmington, Del.

From the Editor: December 2006

Last month, we broke from our standard fare and put a gun on our cover, in an effort to jar all of us awake in […]

Transforming a condo in the clouds into an idyllic modern retreat meant scouting the fair seas for inspiration

Safe Harbor

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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.


From squats to exfoliation, here’s how to get dress-ready for your big day

Body Beautiful, Part 3: Armed and Ready

Ask the Experts: Is A Cash Bar Appropriate?

Is a Cash Bar Appropriate?

Taste: In Search of … Rotisserie Chicken

With all the present-wrapping and family drama in your holiday future, a rotisserie chicken from the local supermarket's prepared foods section is an easy way […]

What to Drink: Château de Tracy Pouilly-Fumé 2004

What to Drink: Château de Pouilly-Fumé 2004

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