TMDB MCP MCP Server

Movie Database API for film searches and ratings.

TypeScript 80 5MIT
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Overview

This MCP server provides seamless integration with the Movie Database API, enabling comprehensive film searches and detailed ratings information. Built with TypeScript, it delivers a robust foundation for applications requiring reliable movie data access. The server acts as a bridge between Claude and extensive film databases, allowing users to query movie information, discover titles, and retrieve audience ratings without leaving their conversation interface. Its primary value proposition lies in offering real-time access to authoritative movie metadata, making it invaluable for entertainment-focused applications, content recommendation systems, and media research tools.

The server supports extensive search capabilities across multiple film attributes including title, cast, genre, release year, and ratings. Users can query individual movie details, explore filmography information, and access aggregated rating data from multiple sources. The implementation prioritizes performance and reliability, ensuring quick response times for database queries. The TypeScript architecture provides type safety and maintainability, while the standardized MCP protocol enables consistent communication with compatible client applications.

This server proves particularly valuable for entertainment platforms, content discovery applications, and movie recommendation engines. Compatible with any client supporting the Model Context Protocol, it serves developers building conversational AI experiences around media content. Typical use cases include film recommendation chatbots, interactive movie reviews, entertainment research assistants, and content curation tools. The community-driven development approach ensures ongoing improvements and feature enhancements based on real-world usage patterns.

Installation

npx -y @modelcontextprotocol/server-tmdb-mcp

Compatible Clients

Claude DesktopCursor

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FAQ

How do I install the TMDB MCP MCP server?
Install via npx or pip depending on the language. Then add the server configuration to your MCP client settings file.
Which AI clients support the TMDB MCP MCP server?
The TMDB MCP MCP server is compatible with Claude Desktop, Cursor. Any MCP-compatible client should work.