Trakt Connector for AI agents.

18 live capabilities

Manage your movie watchlist and find shows.

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Why people use Trakt

Trakt for Movie and TV Show Metadata Research

With the Trakt MCP, you just ask your agent. It pulls the cast, the ratings, and the schedule in seconds. You get a clean summary instead of a dozen open tabs.

What Vinkius changes

You get instant access to a massive movie and TV database without ever leaving your AI chat.

Use it from Claude, ChatGPT, Cursor or another AI client you already have.

One account · 5,900+ Connectors

Real-world use case 01

Planning a binge

A user asks for shows similar to a specific drama.
Real-world use case 02

Researching a lead

A writer asks for the cast of a movie to check availability.
Real-world use case 03

Checking the schedule

A fan asks when the next episode of a series airs.

Complete set · 18capabilities

The complete Trakt capability set.

These are the exact actions your AI can choose when you ask it to work with Trakt.

Capability set01 / 05

01—04

4 capabilities in this set.

Part of 18 available through Trakt.

01 Capability
Get calendar
Fetch a list of upcoming episode air dates and times for shows. This helps you stay on top of your favorite series.
02 Capability
Get movie people
List the cast and crew members for a particular movie. Use this to quickly see who acted in or directed a film.
03 Capability
Get movie ratings
See the breakdown of how users have rated a specific film. This shows you the consensus on a movie's quality.
04 Capability
Get popular
See what movies and shows are currently seeing the most engagement. This helps you find what everyone is watching.

Capability set02 / 05

05—08

4 capabilities in this set.

Part of 18 available through Trakt.

05 Capability
Get related movies
Find films that are similar to a movie you already like. Use this to discover new content based on your taste.
06 Capability
Get related shows
Discover new TV series that are similar to a show you enjoy. This helps you find your next favorite binge.
07 Capability
Get show episodes
Get a list of every episode for a specific season of a show. This helps you navigate through a long series.
08 Capability
Get show people
Pull the full cast and crew list for a specific TV series. Use this to see the talent behind any show.

Capability set03 / 05

09—12

4 capabilities in this set.

Part of 18 available through Trakt.

09 Capability
Get show ratings
View the average scores and rating distributions for a TV show. This helps you judge the quality of a series.
10 Capability
Get show seasons
List all available seasons for a show along with their air dates. This helps you see the full scope of a series.
11 Capability
Get trending
See what content is currently being watched by the most people. This helps you find real-time popular media.
12 Capability
Search
Look up movies, shows, people, or lists using specific keywords. This is your primary way to find any media title.

Capability set04 / 05

13—15

3 capabilities in this set.

Part of 18 available through Trakt.

13 Capability
Get show
Pull the complete details for a TV show including its network and status. This gives you a full breakdown of a series.
14 Capability
Get collection
Pull the items you have saved in your personal Trakt collection. This lets your agent see your curated media.
15 Capability
Get history
Retrieve a list of shows and movies you have already watched. It helps you track your viewing progress accurately.

Capability set05 / 05

16—18

3 capabilities in this set.

Part of 18 available through Trakt.

16 Capability
Get movie
Get a full overview of a specific movie including its rating and runtime. This provides a quick summary of any film.
17 Capability
Get watched
Pull your personal watch history with play counts and timestamps. This keeps your personal viewing records accurate.
18 Capability
Get watchlist
Retrieve all the movies and shows you have saved to your watchlist. This lets your agent see what you want to watch next.

Set up in minutes

One URL. Then ask Trakt to work.

Claude and ChatGPT only need the Connector URL. Copy it once, add it in settings, and use Trakt from the conversation.

Choose your client

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Advanced clients IDE · CLI

Claude · Web + desktop

Official guide ↗

Connector URL · ready to paste

Streamable HTTP

https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_Sg0Pbv7nL0FsgSCaVIZPXUhsbUe0AXBm3IeakuaT/mcp

Step 01

Open Connectors

In Claude Web or Claude Desktop, open Settings and choose Connectors.
Step 02

Add the URL

Choose Add custom connector, name it Trakt, and paste the URL above.
Step 03

Turn it on in chat

Select +, open Connectors, and enable Trakt for the conversation.

ChatGPT · Web + desktop

Official guide ↗

Connector URL · ready to paste

Streamable HTTP

https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_Sg0Pbv7nL0FsgSCaVIZPXUhsbUe0AXBm3IeakuaT/mcp

Step 01

Open MCP settings

On desktop, open Settings and MCP servers. On web, open your workspace app or connector settings.
Step 02

Add the URL

Choose Add server with Streamable HTTP, or create a custom MCP app, then paste the Trakt URL.
Step 03

Save and start

Save the connection and enable Trakt in your conversation. Desktop may ask you to restart once.

Cursor · IDE configuration

Official guide ↗

Advanced setup

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "trakt": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_Sg0Pbv7nL0FsgSCaVIZPXUhsbUe0AXBm3IeakuaT/mcp"
    }
  }
}

Step 01

Open MCP Settings

Press Cmd+Shift+P (macOS) or Ctrl+Shift+P (Windows/Linux) → search "MCP Settings"
Step 02

Add the server config

Paste the JSON configuration above into the mcp.json file that opens
Step 03

Save the file

Cursor will automatically detect the new Connector
Step 04

Start using Trakt

Open Agent mode in chat and ask: "Using Trakt, help me...". 18 tools available

VS Code Copilot · IDE configuration

Official guide ↗

Advanced setup

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "trakt": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_Sg0Pbv7nL0FsgSCaVIZPXUhsbUe0AXBm3IeakuaT/mcp"
    }
  }
}

Step 01

Create MCP config

Create a .vscode/mcp.json file in your project root
Step 02

Add the server config

Paste the JSON configuration above
Step 03

Enable Agent mode

Open GitHub Copilot Chat and switch to Agent mode using the dropdown
Step 04

Start using Trakt

Ask Copilot: "Using Trakt, help me...". 18 tools available

Windsurf · IDE configuration

Official guide ↗

Advanced setup

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "trakt": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_Sg0Pbv7nL0FsgSCaVIZPXUhsbUe0AXBm3IeakuaT/mcp"
    }
  }
}

Step 01

Open MCP Settings

Go to Settings → MCP Configuration or press Cmd+Shift+P and search "MCP"
Step 02

Add the server

Paste the JSON configuration above into mcp_config.json
Step 03

Save and reload

Windsurf will detect the new server automatically
Step 04

Start using Trakt

Open Cascade and ask: "Using Trakt, help me...". 18 tools available

Cline · IDE configuration

Official guide ↗

Advanced setup

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "trakt": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_Sg0Pbv7nL0FsgSCaVIZPXUhsbUe0AXBm3IeakuaT/mcp"
    }
  }
}

Step 01

Open Cline MCP Settings

Click the Connectors icon in the Cline sidebar panel
Step 02

Add remote server

Click "Add Connector" and paste the configuration above
Step 03

Enable the server

Toggle the server switch to ON
Step 04

Start using Trakt

Ask Cline: "Using Trakt, help me...". 18 tools available

Claude Code · Terminal command

Official guide ↗

Advanced setup

claude mcp add trakt --transport http "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_Sg0Pbv7nL0FsgSCaVIZPXUhsbUe0AXBm3IeakuaT/mcp"

Step 01

Install Claude Code

Run npm install -g @anthropic-ai/claude-code if not already installed
Step 02

Add the Connector

Run the command above in your terminal
Step 03

Verify the connection

Run claude mcp to list connected servers, or type /mcp inside a session
Step 04

Start using Trakt

Ask Claude: "Using Trakt, show me...". 18 tools are ready

Where the request belongs

Work Trakt can move forward.

Built around the request

This is for the movie buff who wants a perfect record of every film they have seen, the content researcher needing quick cast data, and the data enthusiast building custom media recommendations.

01

Movie Buff

Tracks every film watched and uses the AI to find similar movies based on specific genres or actors.

02

Content Researcher

Pulls cast lists and ratings for reviews or scripts without manually browsing multiple websites.

03

Media Enthusiast

Manages a massive personal watchlist and asks the AI to summarize upcoming episode schedules.

Build the capability set

Each Connector adds new actions and data without changing how you work.

Browse Connectors

01 4 capabilities

IMDB API (Unofficial)

Search movies and TV shows. audit ratings, cast, and metadata via IA.

02 15 capabilities

The Movie Database (TMDb)

Search movies, TV shows, people, get details, cast, trailers, and discover content via TMDb API.

03 12 capabilities

OMDb API

Search movies & TV shows, get ratings, cast, plot details, and IMDb data via the Open Movie Database API.

04 8 capabilities

Watchmode Streaming Availability

Find where to watch any movie or TV show. search streaming availability across Netflix, Disney+, HBO Max, and 200+ platforms directly from your AI agent.

05 18 capabilities

Sonarr (TV)

Automate TV library management via Sonarr. list series, track episodes, and monitor download queues directly from any AI agent.

06 13 capabilities

TMDB (The Movie Database)

Access movie, TV show, and actor data. search, discover, and retrieve detailed metadata directly from any AI agent.

Bring your own AI

Change the model, client or framework. Keep Trakt connected.

Before you connect

Questions about Trakt.

The practical details behind the request, access and result.

Can the Trakt MCP help me find shows similar to what I like?

Yes, it can find related shows based on your favorites. It looks at your preferences to suggest new content you might enjoy.

How does the Trakt MCP handle my personal watch history?

It pulls your actual watched items and play counts from your account. This helps your agent keep your personal viewing records accurate.

Can I use the Trakt MCP to see when my favorite show airs next?

Yes, it pulls upcoming episode dates and times for shows. You can ask your agent for the schedule of any series in your list.

Does the Trakt MCP work for movie ratings too?

Yes, it shows the average score and the vote distribution for movies. This helps you judge the quality of a film before watching.

Can the Trakt MCP search for specific actors?

Yes, it can find people, their IDs, and their filmographies. You can ask for any actor's work history or cast details.

How do I get my personal watchlist into my AI client?

By connecting this Connector, your agent gains access to your saved items. You can then ask it to tell you what is on your list to watch.

How do I get a Trakt Client ID?

Sign up for a free Trakt account at trakt.tv, go to OAuth Applications, click 'Create an Application' and fill in the details. Your Client ID is displayed immediately.

Can I use IDs from IMDb or TVDB?

Yes! Trakt accepts Trakt IDs, URL slugs (e.g. 'the-matrix'), IMDb IDs (e.g. 'tt0133093') and TMDB IDs for movies. For shows it accepts Trakt IDs, slugs, TVDB IDs and TMDB IDs.

What's the difference between trending and popular?

Trending shows what users are actively watching RIGHT NOW (real-time). Popular shows have the highest overall engagement over time. Trending is more dynamic and changes frequently.

Can I sync my watchlist and history?

Yes! Use get_watchlist, get_watched, get_collection and get_history with OAuth authentication. These endpoints require an access token in addition to your Client ID. Visit trakt.tv/oauth/applications to set up OAuth.

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