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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

QOTA Under the Trees at Urban Jungle

We captured some of the best moments of the happy hour.

News

Drexel Gets State Grant to Develop Video Games

Harrisburg wants to grow the industry in Pa.

News

Cops: Mayfair Tire Slasher David Toledo Slashed More Tires

He’s already on probation for it.

News

Ramsey Pleased With DOJ Report on Officer-Related Shootings

Commish: “There is absolutely nothing there that gives me heartburn at all.”

Your Big Gay Guide to Thanksgiving Week in Philly

The only gay Philly Thanksgiving guide you need!

Nerlens Noel and Michael Carter-Williams
News

The Sixers’ Losing Streak Will End … Someday

Hingston: And that first win will be particularly sweet.


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

Paid Sick Leave Report Due Soon

Business groups still opposed, but Mayor Nutter says he’s on board this time.

News

Is Darrell Clarke Running for Mayor?

In Inky interview, he sounds ambivalent.

News

5 Reasons Philadelphia Should Be Thankful

Mathis: As Thanksgiving approaches, considering our blessings.

News

Death Warrant Signed for Philly Rapper

Christopher Roney, convicted of a 1996 cop killing, is scheduled to be executed.

Pot Is Coming, Philadelphia!

Legalized pot isn’t just for the Mile High City and the West Coast.

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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.


The 11 People Behind Philly’s Pot Revolution

Who’s who in our wide world of weed.

News

The Enemy Among Us

How are there Cowboys fans in Philly? And why? Why!?

News

Home Sweet Northeast for the Holiday

Weymouth: Forget the turkey — the night before is our High Holy Day.

News

The Best Thing That Happened This Week

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

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