Bring Movie Metadata
to Cursor
Create your Vinkius account to connect IMDB API (Unofficial) to Cursor and start using all 4 AI tools in minutes. Fully managed, enterprise secure, and ready to use without writing a single line of code. No hosting, no server setup — just connect and start using.
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What is the IMDB API (Unofficial) MCP Server?
Empower your AI agent to orchestrate your entire cinematic research and media auditing workflow with the IMDB API (Unofficial), the comprehensive source for global film and television metadata. By connecting this IMDB intelligence to your agent, you transform complex movie searches into a natural conversation. Your agent can instantly search for titles, audit audience ratings, and retrieve detailed cast metadata without you ever touching a film database. Whether you are conducting industry research or managing local viewing constraints, your agent acts as a real-time cinematic consultant, ensuring your data is always comprehensive and up-to-the-minute.
What you can do
- Title Auditing — Search for thousands of movies and TV shows by keyword and retrieve detailed metadata, including years and genres.
- Rating Oversight — Audit audience ratings for any title to understand the current industry lead in cinematic reception instantly.
- Cast Discovery — Retrieve full cast and crew lists for specific titles to assist in deep-dive filmography classification.
- Metadata Intelligence — Retrieve unique IMDB identifiers (ttIDs) and synopsis details to assist in professional media auditing.
- Operational Monitoring — Check API status to ensure your cinematic research workflow is always operational.
How it works
- Subscribe to this server
- Enter your Unofficial IMDB API Key
- Start managing your cinematic intelligence through Claude, Cursor, or any MCP-compatible client
Who is this for?
- Film Critics & Journalists — monitor movie trends and retrieve official metadata straight from your workflow.
- Media Researchers — verify cast details and audit genre patterns without manual searching.
- Entertainment Leads — perform rapid audits of cinematic markers and identify relevant media themes through natural language.
- Operations Leads — automate media data querying to orchestrate cross-functional creative teams smoothly.
Built-in capabilities (4)
Check if the IMDB service is operational
Get the full cast and crew list for a specific IMDB title
g., tt1234567). Get full metadata and synopsis for a specific IMDB title by ID
Search for movies and TV shows on IMDB
Why Cursor?
Cursor's Agent mode turns IMDB API (Unofficial) into an in-editor superpower. Ask Cursor to generate code using live data from IMDB API (Unofficial) and it fetches, processes, and writes. all in a single agentic loop. 4 tools appear alongside file editing and terminal access, creating a unified development environment grounded in real-time information.
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Agent mode turns Cursor into an autonomous coding assistant that can read files, run commands, and call MCP tools without switching context
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Cursor's Composer feature can generate entire files using real-time data fetched through MCP. no copy-pasting from external dashboards
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MCP tools appear alongside built-in tools like file reading and terminal access, creating a unified agentic environment
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VS Code extension compatibility means your existing workflow, keybindings, and extensions all work alongside MCP tools
IMDB API (Unofficial) in Cursor
Why run IMDB API (Unofficial) with Vinkius?
The IMDB API (Unofficial) connection runs on our fully managed, secure cloud infrastructure. We handle the hosting, maintenance, and security so you don't have to deal with servers or code. All 4 tools are ready to work instantly without any complex setup.
You stay in complete control of your data. Your AI only accesses the information you approve, keeping your sensitive passwords and private details completely safe. Plus, with automatic optimizations, your AI works faster and more efficiently.
* Every connection is hosted and maintained by Vinkius. We handle the security, updates, and infrastructure so you don't have to write code or manage servers. See our infrastructure
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IMDB API (Unofficial) and 4,000+ other AI tools. No hosting, no code, ready to use.
Professionals who connect IMDB API (Unofficial) to Cursor through Vinkius don't need to write code, manage servers, or worry about security. Everything is pre-configured, secure, and runs automatically in the background.
Raw MCP | Vinkius | |
|---|---|---|
| Ready-to-use MCPs | Find and configure each manually | 4,000+ MCPs ready to use |
| Connection Setup | Manual coding & server setup | 1-click instant connection |
| Server Hosting | You host it yourself (needs 24/7 uptime) | 100% hosted & managed by Vinkius |
| Security & Privacy | Stored in plaintext config files | Bank-grade encrypted vault |
| Activity Visibility | Blind execution (no logs or tracking) | Live dashboard with real-time logs |
| Cost Control | Runaway AI token spend risk | Automatic budget limits |
| Revoking Access | Must delete files or code to stop | 1-click disconnect button |
How Vinkius secures
IMDB API (Unofficial) for Cursor
Every request between Cursor and IMDB API (Unofficial) is protected by our secure gateway. We automatically keep your sensitive data private, prevent unauthorized access, and let you disconnect instantly at any time.
Frequently asked questions
How do I find my IMDB API Key?
Register for an account at the imdbapi.dev portal, and you will find your API Key in your dashboard after subscription. Copy and paste it below.
Does it support TV series?
Yes. The API provides metadata and ratings for both movies and television series indexed in the IMDB database.
Can the agent show the full cast list?
Yes. Use the get_imdb_cast_details tool providing a title ID to retrieve the list of all actors and their roles.
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.
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.
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