tmdb
npxStandardThe TMDB MCP server provides access to the TMDb API, offering movie and TV show data. It exposes functions to search, retrieve details, and get recommendations. Connects to TMDb's database of movies, TV shows, and people. Useful for developers building media applications, recommendation systems, or content discovery tools.
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Overview
The TMDB MCP server provides access to the TMDb API, offering movie and TV show data. It exposes functions to search, retrieve details, and get recommendations. Connects to TMDb's database of movies, TV shows, and people. Useful for developers building media applications, recommendation systems, or content discovery tools.
Installation
1Install the package
npx
npx -y mcp-server-tmdb2Add to Claude
Add this configuration to your claude_desktop_config.json:
claude_desktop_config.json
{
"mcpServers": {
"laksh-star-mcp-server-tmdb-github": {
"command": "npx",
"args": [
"-y",
"npx -y mcp-server-tmdb"
]
}
}
}3Verify installation
Restart Claude Desktop, then ask:
"What tools do you have available from tmdb?"
Prerequisites
- Node.js 18 or higher
- npm or npx available
- Claude Desktop or Claude API access
- API key for tmdb
Configuration
API Key Required
This server requires an API key from tmdb. Add it to your environment or config.
| Variable | Required | Description |
|---|---|---|
| TMDB_API_KEY | Yes | Your tmdb API key |
Usage Examples
List Resources
"What resources are available in tmdb?"
Claude will query available resources and return a list of what you can access.
Get Details
"Show me details about [specific item] in tmdb"
Claude will fetch and display detailed information about the requested item.
Create New
"Create a new [item] in tmdb with [details]"
Claude will use the appropriate tool to create the resource and confirm success.
Works with tmdb
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