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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

News

One Bizarre Shane Montgomery Theory

Hingston: Last week I wrote about the missing West Chester student. Then the strange emails started.

News

Nor’easter to Bring Rain, Snow to Area

Coastal areas could see flooding.

News

Prosecutor: Video Shows Man “Sexually Abusing” Stepdaughter’s Corpse

Evidence discovered on suspect’s computer.

News

We Still Need Body Cameras on Police

Mathis: And three other steps to building trust between police and citizens.

News

Nutter Says He’s No Lame Duck

“You still are constantly working to get things done.”

How Bill Cosby Took Down Bill Cosby

Our writer — one of the first to detail allegations against Cosby — looks at his fall.


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

Why Do We Adore the Word Philadelphia?

Puns! Portmanteaus! Phonetic switches! Inside our city’s passion for the linguistic equivalent of a selfie.

News

The Secret Life of the Tiny-Dog Dog Park

Weymouth: Exclusively for small dogs, the Schuylkill River Park’s dog run is a peculiar slice of Philadelphia.

News

The Best Thing That Happened This Week

A lot of things happened in Philadelphia this week. But this was the best thing.

News

It’s Official: Police Investigating Bill Cosby

An accuser has filed a police report.

What the Gays Did On Instagram This Week

Barbie Christmas trees, Sexy Claus, hot tub shenanigans and more.

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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

Hallelujah! Charges Against Philly Jesus Dropped

He was arrested at LOVE Park last month.

12-Year-Old Boy Commits Suicide

After being bullied for being a cheerleader.

News

The Phillymag.com Pop Quiz for the Week

Oh little town of meth mayhem! Must be the holidays.

Gay Things to Do This Weekend

Night of 1000 fire crotches, the Jingle Belles, TOY and other gay holiday to-dos.

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