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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

Sex Diary: I Have Three Kids Under the Age of 11

The honest conversations that one harried (paranoid) pair of parents has between the sheets.

Sex Diary: I’m a Secret Dominatrix

A college co-ed on her kinky double life.

Sex Diary: I’m 77 and Having the Best Sex of My Life

A septuagenarian on getting back in the game.

Shop Your Property Taxes Away

Some New Jersey townships offer rebates for residents who shop locally.

Sex Diary: I’m a Cheating Newlywed

The illicit love story of a South Philly bride.

Best Thing This Week: Our Favorite Kind of Snow Day

Because, let’s face it: Real snow days are a pain in the ass.


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.


Protesters Disrupt Mazzoni Awards Luncheon

Mazzoni CEO Nurit Shein was given a list of demands, including her resignation.

News

Pizzagate Conspiracists Harass Pizza Brain, Little Baby’s

The owners have reported an increase in prank calls.

Why Did Daylin Leach’s Trump Tweet Explode Like That?

We investigate.

News

Does D.A. Williams’ Withdrawal Mean Philly Democrats Are Finally Learning?

Or does it just mean the other shoe hasn’t dropped?

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News

Reading Fightins to Become Reading Whoopies (for One Game)

Yet another wacky minor-league baseball promotion.

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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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Carson Wentz Killed a Big Bunch of Birds

It was for the planet.

News

Philly Police Adopt First-Ever Tattoo Policy

One officer was harshly criticized for his tattoos last year.

News

Seth Williams Shocks City: D.A. Won’t Seek Reelection

We can’t say we’ll miss him.

News

Penn State Bans Alcohol From Frats

A student died after falling at a party last week.

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