TMDB (The Movie Database) MCP Server for CursorGive Cursor instant access to 13 tools to Create Guest Session, Create Request Token, Discover Movies, and more

Name: TMDB (The Movie Database)
Price: 29 USD
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Author: Vinkius

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Cursor is an AI-first code editor built on VS Code that integrates LLM-powered coding assistance directly into the development workflow. Its Agent mode enables autonomous multi-step coding tasks, and MCP support lets agents access external data sources and APIs during code generation.

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Classic Setup·json

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "tmdb-the-movie-database": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
    }
  }
}

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About TMDB (The Movie Database) MCP Server

Connect your AI agent to The Movie Database (TMDB) to access a world of cinematic information through natural conversation.

Cursor's Agent mode turns TMDB (The Movie Database) into an in-editor superpower. Ask Cursor to generate code using live data from TMDB (The Movie Database) and it fetches, processes, and writes. all in a single agentic loop. 13 tools appear alongside file editing and terminal access, creating a unified development environment grounded in real-time information.

What you can do

Search & Discover — Find movies and TV shows using text search or advanced filters like genres, ratings, and release dates via search_movies and discover_movies.
Deep Metadata — Fetch comprehensive details for movies, TV series, specific seasons, and individual episodes using get_movie_details, get_tv_details, and get_tv_episode_details.
Cast & Crew — Retrieve detailed biographies and filmographies for actors and production members with get_person_details.
Certifications & Config — Access official movie/TV certifications and system configurations to understand regional content ratings.
Account Management — Manage guest sessions and retrieve account-specific details for personalized interactions.

The TMDB (The Movie Database) MCP Server exposes 13 tools through the Vinkius. Connect it to Cursor in under two minutes — credentials fully managed, no infrastructure to provision, no vendor lock-in. Your configuration, your data, your control.

All 13 TMDB (The Movie Database) tools available for Cursor

When Cursor connects to TMDB (The Movie Database) through Vinkius, your AI agent gets direct access to every tool listed below — spanning movies, tv-shows, entertainment, 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.

create

Create guest session on TMDB (The Movie Database)

Create a new guest session

create

Create request token on TMDB (The Movie Database)

Create a new request token

discover

Discover movies on TMDB (The Movie Database)

Discover movies by filters

get

Get account details on TMDB (The Movie Database)

Get TMDB account details

get

Get configuration on TMDB (The Movie Database)

Get TMDB API configuration

get

Get movie certifications on TMDB (The Movie Database)

Get movie certifications

get

Get movie details on TMDB (The Movie Database)

Get details for a specific movie

get

Get person details on TMDB (The Movie Database)

Get details for a specific person

get

Get tv certifications on TMDB (The Movie Database)

Get TV certifications

get

Get tv details on TMDB (The Movie Database)

Get details for a specific TV series

get

Get tv episode details on TMDB (The Movie Database)

Get details for a specific TV episode

get

Get tv season details on TMDB (The Movie Database)

Get details for a specific TV season

Search movies on TMDB (The Movie Database)

Search for movies by text

Connect TMDB (The Movie Database) to Cursor via MCP

Follow these steps to wire TMDB (The Movie Database) into Cursor. The entire setup takes under two minutes — your credentials stay safe behind Vinkius.

Open MCP Settings

Press Cmd+Shift+P (macOS) or Ctrl+Shift+P (Windows/Linux) → search "MCP Settings"

Add the server config

Paste the JSON configuration above into the mcp.json file that opens

Save the file

Cursor will automatically detect the new MCP server

Start using TMDB (The Movie Database)

Open Agent mode in chat and ask: "Using TMDB (The Movie Database), help me...". 13 tools available

Why Use Cursor with the TMDB (The Movie Database) MCP Server

Cursor AI Code Editor provides unique advantages when paired with TMDB (The Movie Database) through the Model Context Protocol.

Agent mode turns Cursor into an autonomous coding assistant that can read files, run commands, and call MCP tools without switching context

Cursor's Composer feature can generate entire files using real-time data fetched through MCP. no copy-pasting from external dashboards

MCP tools appear alongside built-in tools like file reading and terminal access, creating a unified agentic environment

VS Code extension compatibility means your existing workflow, keybindings, and extensions all work alongside MCP tools

TMDB (The Movie Database) + Cursor Use Cases

Practical scenarios where Cursor combined with the TMDB (The Movie Database) MCP Server delivers measurable value.

Code generation with live data: ask Cursor to generate a security report module using live DNS and subdomain data fetched through MCP

Automated documentation: have Cursor query your API's tool schemas and generate TypeScript interfaces or OpenAPI specs automatically

Infrastructure-as-code: Cursor can fetch domain configurations and generate corresponding Terraform or CloudFormation templates

Test scaffolding: ask Cursor to pull real API responses via MCP and generate unit test fixtures from actual data

Example Prompts for TMDB (The Movie Database) in Cursor

Ready-to-use prompts you can give your Cursor agent to start working with TMDB (The Movie Database) immediately.

"Search for the movie 'Inception'."

"Discover top-rated horror movies from 2023."

"Get the details for season 1 of the TV show with ID 1399."

Troubleshooting TMDB (The Movie Database) MCP Server with Cursor

Common issues when connecting TMDB (The Movie Database) to Cursor through Vinkius, and how to resolve them.

Tools not appearing in Cursor

Ensure you are in Agent mode (not Ask mode). MCP tools only work in Agent mode.

Server shows as disconnected

Check Settings → Features → MCP and verify the server status. Try clicking the refresh button.

TMDB (The Movie Database) + Cursor FAQ

Common questions about integrating TMDB (The Movie Database) MCP Server with Cursor.

What is Agent mode and why does it matter for MCP?

Agent mode is Cursor's autonomous execution mode where the AI can perform multi-step tasks: reading files, editing code, running terminal commands, and calling MCP tools. Without Agent mode, Cursor operates in a simpler ask-and-answer mode that doesn't support tool calling. Always ensure you're in Agent mode when working with MCP servers.

Where does Cursor store MCP configuration?

Cursor looks for MCP server configurations in a mcp.json file. You can configure servers at the project level (.cursor/mcp.json in your project root) or globally (~/.cursor/mcp.json). Project-level configs take precedence.

Can Cursor use MCP tools in inline edits?

No. MCP tools are only available in Agent mode through the chat panel. Inline completions and Tab suggestions do not trigger MCP tool calls. This is by design. tool calls require user visibility and approval.

How do I verify MCP tools are loaded?

Open Settings → Features → MCP and look for your server name. A green indicator means the server is connected. You can also check Agent mode's available tools by clicking the tools dropdown in the chat panel.

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