Sonarr (TV) MCP Server for Claude CodeGive Claude Code instant access to 18 tools to Add Series, Delete Episode File, Delete Queue Item, and more
GDPR Free for SubscribersClaude Code is Anthropic's agentic CLI for terminal-first development. Add Sonarr (TV) as an MCP server in one command and Claude Code will discover every tool at runtime. ideal for automation pipelines, CI/CD integration, and headless workflows via Vinkius.
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The Sonarr (TV) MCP Server for Claude Code is a standout in the Productivity category — giving your AI agent 18 tools to work with, ready to go from day one.
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Gemini# Your Vinkius token. get it at cloud.vinkius.com
claude mcp add sonarr-tv --transport http "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"Vinkius Desktop App
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About Sonarr (TV) MCP Server
Connect your Sonarr instance to any AI agent to take full control of your TV media library through natural conversation.
Claude Code registers Sonarr (TV) as an MCP server in a single terminal command. Once connected, Claude Code discovers all 18 tools at runtime and can call them headlessly. ideal for CI/CD pipelines, cron jobs, and automated workflows where Sonarr (TV) data drives decisions without human intervention.
What you can do
- Library Management — List all series, add new shows via TVDB ID, and update monitoring status or quality profiles.
- Episode Tracking — Fetch details for specific episodes, list all episodes in a series, and manage their monitored state.
- File Control — List and delete physical episode files directly from your storage to manage disk space.
- Activity Monitoring — Access download history and current queue status to see what's downloading or stalled.
- System Health — Check Sonarr's connectivity, system status, and internal health metrics to ensure smooth operation.
The Sonarr (TV) MCP Server exposes 18 tools through the Vinkius. Connect it to Claude Code in under two minutes — credentials fully managed, no infrastructure to provision, no vendor lock-in. Your configuration, your data, your control.
All 18 Sonarr (TV) tools available for Claude Code
When Claude Code connects to Sonarr (TV) through Vinkius, your AI agent gets direct access to every tool listed below — spanning media-management, pvr, automation, and more. Every call runs in a secure, isolated environment with full audit visibility. Beyond a simple connection, you get real-time monitoring of agent activity, enterprise governance, and optimized token usage.
Add series on Sonarr (TV)
Adds a new series to the library
Delete episode file on Sonarr (TV)
Deletes an episode file from disk
Delete queue item on Sonarr (TV)
Removes an item from the queue
Delete series on Sonarr (TV)
Removes a series from the library
Get episode on Sonarr (TV)
Returns a specific episode by its ID
Get episode file on Sonarr (TV)
Returns a specific episode file
Get health on Sonarr (TV)
Returns any health check warnings or errors
Get history on Sonarr (TV)
Access the history of grabbed and imported episodes
Get queue on Sonarr (TV)
Returns all items in the download queue
Get series on Sonarr (TV)
Returns a specific series by its ID
Get system status on Sonarr (TV)
Returns system information (version, OS, paths)
List commands on Sonarr (TV)
Returns all currently running commands
List episode files on Sonarr (TV)
Returns all episode files for a series
List episodes on Sonarr (TV)
Returns all episodes for a specific series
List series on Sonarr (TV)
Returns all series in the library
Start command on Sonarr (TV)
g., SeriesSearch, RescanSeries, RefreshSeries). Starts a new command
Update episode on Sonarr (TV)
Updates an episode (e.g., marking it as monitored)
Update series on Sonarr (TV)
Updates an existing series
Connect Sonarr (TV) to Claude Code via MCP
Follow these steps to wire Sonarr (TV) into Claude Code. The entire setup takes under two minutes — your credentials stay safe behind Vinkius.
Install Claude Code
npm install -g @anthropic-ai/claude-code if not already installedAdd the MCP Server
Verify the connection
claude mcp to list connected servers, or type /mcp inside a sessionStart using Sonarr (TV)
Why Use Claude Code with the Sonarr (TV) MCP Server
Claude Code provides unique advantages when paired with Sonarr (TV) through the Model Context Protocol.
Single-command setup: `claude mcp add` registers the server instantly. no config files to edit or applications to restart
Terminal-native workflow means MCP tools integrate seamlessly into shell scripts, CI/CD pipelines, and automated DevOps tasks
Claude Code runs headlessly, enabling unattended batch processing using Sonarr (TV) tools in cron jobs or deployment scripts
Built by the same team that created the MCP protocol, ensuring first-class compatibility and the fastest adoption of new protocol features
Sonarr (TV) + Claude Code Use Cases
Practical scenarios where Claude Code combined with the Sonarr (TV) MCP Server delivers measurable value.
CI/CD integration: embed Sonarr (TV) tool calls in your deployment pipeline to validate configurations or fetch secrets before shipping
Headless batch processing: schedule Claude Code to query Sonarr (TV) nightly and generate reports without human intervention
Shell scripting: pipe Sonarr (TV) outputs into other CLI tools for data transformation, filtering, and aggregation
Infrastructure monitoring: run Claude Code in a cron job to query Sonarr (TV) status endpoints and alert on anomalies
Example Prompts for Sonarr (TV) in Claude Code
Ready-to-use prompts you can give your Claude Code agent to start working with Sonarr (TV) immediately.
"List all TV series in my Sonarr library."
"Check the current download queue and history."
"Get details for episode ID 1542."
Troubleshooting Sonarr (TV) MCP Server with Claude Code
Common issues when connecting Sonarr (TV) to Claude Code through Vinkius, and how to resolve them.
Command not found: claude
npm install -g @anthropic-ai/claude-codeConnection timeout
Sonarr (TV) + Claude Code FAQ
Common questions about integrating Sonarr (TV) MCP Server with Claude Code.
How do I add an MCP server to Claude Code?
claude mcp add --transport http "" in your terminal. Claude Code registers the server and discovers all tools immediately.Can Claude Code run MCP tools in headless mode?
How do I list all connected MCP servers?
claude mcp in your terminal to see all registered servers and their status, or type /mcp inside an active Claude Code session.Explore More MCP Servers
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