Screw Magazine publisher Phil Italiano has initiated a GoFundMe campaign to reintroduce the print edition of the publication to the New York City market before the end of the year. This move aims to revive a physical presence for the adult brand, which has a history dating back to 1968.

Print Edition Revival and Funding

The GoFundMe campaign, launched by Phil Italiano, seeks to resurrect the print edition of Screw Magazine. The goal is to bring the publication back to newsstands in New York City by the close of the current year. Screw Magazine was originally founded in 1968 by Al Goldstein and Jim Buckley in New York as a weekly underground newspaper, initially priced at 25¢.

Screw Magazine, described as "America's Most Notorious Adult Brand Since 1968," was founded by "porn pioneer" Al Goldstein. The publication was known for its "raunchy, obnoxious, usually disgusting, and sometimes political" content, and was a pioneer in bringing hardcore pornography into the American mainstream during the late 1960s and early 1970s. At its peak, Screw sold 140,000 copies a week. Goldstein won a series of nationally significant court cases addressing obscenity.

The magazine's headquarters were in New York City from 1968 to 2007, before relocating to Miami, Florida, from 2020 to the present. Screw Magazine is currently based in Miami, Florida, at 3901 NW 79th Ave., Suite 245, 33166. The company is privately held and operates in the Entertainment Providers industry, with a size of 11-50 employees.

Recent Activities and Digital Presence

Phil Italiano, identified as the publisher of Screw, has been involved in several recent initiatives. On February 26, 2026, Italiano launched a private adult film review club on OnlyFans. This platform provides a structured space for audience feedback and ongoing discussion of adult films.

Screw Magazine also announced the return of its "Peter Meter" adult film rating system on October 6, 2025. This system is a notable feature of the magazine's content. Additionally, Screw TV has been active on the Roku platform. On September 3, 2025, Screw TV relaunched on Roku without any X-rated content. More recently, on April 3, 2026, Screw TV officially launched the "Joe Exotic TV" channel on Roku.

The publication has also featured new content, including a scene titled "Anna and Karma are Screwing Their Landlord" from ChickPass Amateurs, starring Anna Cummings, Karma Blayze, and Matty Rich, released on May 6, 2026. Ana Andrews starred in the first release from Screw Magazine, though the date of this release is not specified.

Historical Context and Evolution

Screw Magazine has a long history as an American pornographic publication. It was originally published as a weekly tabloid newspaper aimed at heterosexual men. The publication's website is screwmagazine.xyz. The company AMG, LLC is associated with Screw. Phil Autelitano has been listed as the publisher from 2018, while Kevin Hein held the role from 2004 to 2007, and Al Goldstein/Milky Way Productions from 1968 to 2003.

In 1969, Screw co-founder Jim Buckley also founded Screw's "sister" tabloid, Gay, which was edited by Screw columnists Jack Nichols and Lige Clarke. Gay reached a broad audience and featured contributors such as Dick Leitsch, Randy Wicker, Lilli Vincenz, Peter Fisher, John Paul Hudson, Arthur Bell, Vito Russo, and George Weinberg.

The magazine's first issue in 1968 featured a statement on the cover offering "Jerk-Off Entertainment for Men." The cover of issue #1,061 from July 3, 1989, designed by Mikhail Armalinsky, replaced the stars and stripes of the U.S. flag with female and male genitals.

Key Facts

  • Screw Magazine publisher Phil Italiano launched a GoFundMe to revive the print edition.
  • The goal is to bring the print edition back to the New York City market before the end of the year.
  • Screw Magazine was founded in 1968 by Al Goldstein and Jim Buckley.
  • The publication's headquarters moved from New York City (1968–2007) to Miami, Florida (2020–present).
  • Phil Italiano also launched an adult film review club on OnlyFans on February 26, 2026.
  • Screw TV launched the "Joe Exotic TV" channel on Roku on April 3, 2026.