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Tmdb MCP server

tcehjaava/tmdb-mcp-server

MCP server for The Movie Database (TMDB) API

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Install Tmdb in Claude Code

Claude Code
claude mcp add tcehjaava-tmdb -e TMDB_ACCESS_TOKEN=... -- npx -y tmdb-mcp-server
mcp.json (Claude Desktop, Cursor, VS Code, Windsurf)
{
  "mcpServers": {
    "tcehjaava-tmdb": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "tmdb-mcp-server"
      ],
      "env": {
        "TMDB_ACCESS_TOKEN": "..."
      }
    }
  }
}

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Frequently asked questions

What does the Tmdb MCP server do?

MCP server for The Movie Database (TMDB) API

Is the Tmdb MCP server free?

The server is free, but you will likely need an account. The server itself is free, but it connects to a service that needs an account or API key, which may have paid tiers. Check the provider for current pricing.

Does Tmdb run locally or remotely?

Local. Runs on your machine (stdio). You install it with npx, uvx, Docker or from source.

How do I add Tmdb to Claude Code?

Run: claude mcp add tcehjaava-tmdb -e TMDB_ACCESS_TOKEN=... -- npx -y tmdb-mcp-server

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