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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

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News

Has Chip Kelly Lost His Freakin’ Mind?

Ten burning questions about the mad dash to rebuild the Eagles.

The Death of the Critic

Do the masses really know what the hell they’re talking about?

News

In Defense of the Erin Express

Weymouth: Love ’em or hate ’em, you can’t deny that this crowd is having a good time.

Rollie Massimino Looks Back

Villanova’s former head coach on one of the greatest upsets in sports history.

News

The Best Thing That Happened This Week

The NRA lost face.

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News

Big Labor Group Unites Behind Jim Kenney

Will Johnny Doc pick our next mayor, after all?


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.


What the Gays Did on Instagram This Week

How we celebrated spring-ish.

News

The Phillymag.com Pop Quiz for the Week

Beware the Ides of March, yo!

News

Bill Would Ban Powdered Alcohol in Pennsylvania

It would be illegal to sell or possess.

The Country’s Lead Foot Rebounded in 2014

But there are signs Philly may be bucking the trend.

News

On Twitter, Kenney Welcomes Murray, Slams Christie

Now a candidate for mayor, Kenney’s gonna be Kenney.

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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.


Gay Things to Do This Weekend

The Gayborhood’s official St. Patrick’s Day Party, lots of dance parties and more.

News

Judge Won’t Approve Sale of Revel to Straub

The saga continues.

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PA’s Wealthy Districts Get Way More Local Cash Than Poor Ones

Will that change under Tom Wolf?

Brian Sims Endorses Jim Kenney for Mayor

Along with other LGBT community leaders.

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