• CAST
  • SCHEDULE
  • RATINGS
  • HUMAN

How to research movie and show details with your AI

Connect Trakt to your AI client to pull deep metadata for any title. Your agent handles the data fetching so you can focus on finding what to watch.

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Short answer

How can I use my AI to look up movie and show info?

Your AI uses Trakt to pull specific details like cast members, crew, ratings, and upcoming air dates. You get a complete breakdown of any title's metadata through a simple chat interface. Here is how the data flows.

Where every detail lands.

The outcomes of your research

Once the connection is live, your AI organizes the Trakt data into these specific areas.

CAST

Deep talent lists

The AI pulls full lists of actors and crew members. You can ask about specific directors or supporting cast.

SCHEDULE

Upcoming air dates

Your agent tracks when new episodes are set to drop. It keeps your watch list updated with real-time calendar data.

RATINGS

Audience scores

Get instant access to ratings for movies and shows. This helps you decide if a title is worth your time.

HUMAN

Your final decision

The AI provides the raw data and summaries. You decide which shows to add to your personal Trakt lists.

The workflow

What your AI does when you ask about a title.

The AI acts as a bridge between your chat and the Trakt database.

  1. Identify the title

    The AI first locates the specific movie or show you are interested in to ensure the data is accurate.

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  2. Gather talent and crew

    It pulls the names of the people behind the production, including actors and directors.

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  3. Check ratings and seasons

    The agent looks up how audiences scored the title and breaks down the season structure.

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  4. Track air dates

    It checks the episode list and the upcoming calendar to find exactly when content airs.

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Try it

Copy these to start.

Use these prompts to trigger the Trakt connection.

Starting points

Replace the movie or show names with the specific titles you want to research.

Trakt Connector

You're all set. Choose your MCP client and follow the setup instructions.

Connector linkhttps://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_Sg0Pbv7nL0FsgSCaVIZPXUhsbUe0AXBm3IeakuaT/mcp

Claude Desktop

Follow the steps below to connect in seconds.

  1. 1In Claude Desktop, open Settings → Connectors.
  2. 2Click “Add custom connector” and paste the connector link above as the remote MCP server URL.
  3. 3Click Add and start a new chat — Trakt capabilities are ready to use.
Configuration · claude_desktop_config.jsonCopy
{
  "mcpServers": {
    "trakt-mcp": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_Sg0Pbv7nL0FsgSCaVIZPXUhsbUe0AXBm3IeakuaT/mcp"
    }
  }
}
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Start here

Connect Trakt once, then ask.

Click the link to authorize the connection. Your credentials stay encrypted, and you can start chatting with your data immediately.

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FAQ

How this task behaves

  • 01

    Can the AI add shows to my Trakt watchlist?

    No. The current tools only allow the AI to read metadata and calendar info. You must manage your lists manually in Trakt.

  • 02

    Does the AI know about movies that haven't been released yet?

    Yes, as long as the data exists in the Trakt database, the AI can pull details and upcoming air dates.

  • 03

    Can the AI change my account settings?

    No. The AI only has permission to read data through the provided tools. It cannot modify your account or settings.

  • 04

    How does the AI get the ratings?

    It uses specific tools to pull audience ratings directly from Trakt for the movie or show you mention.

  • 05

    Can I ask about specific actors?

    Yes. Once the AI identifies the show or movie, it can pull the people associated with that title.

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