mcp-imdb MCP Server: Accessing IMDB Data with Model Context Protocol

Overview: What is mcp-imdb MCP Server?

The mcp-imdb MCP Server is a specialized server designed to facilitate access to IMDb data using Model Context Protocol (MCP). It provides resources, prompts, and tools that enable integration with various AI applications through a standardized protocol. This server enhances the functionality of AI applications like Claude Desktop, Continue, Cursor, and more by providing them with structured and easily accessible IMDb data.

🔧 Core Features & MCP Capabilities

Resources

The mcp-imdb server implements a simple note storage system that includes:

• Custom URI Scheme: A custom note:// URI scheme allows accessing individual notes containing data from IMDb.
• Resource Attributes:
  • Name: Unique identifier for each note.
  • Description: Brief text describing the content of the note.
  • Mimetype (text/plain): The default mimetype that supports plain text storage.

Prompts

The server provides a single prompt called summarize-notes:

• It creates summaries of all stored notes.
• This feature can be customized using an optional "style" argument, which can control the level of detail (brief or detailed).
• The prompt combines all current notes with the preferred style.

Tools

The server includes one tool for interacting with the server state and notifying clients of changes:

• add-note: Allows adding new notes to the server.
  • Required Arguments:
    • name: A string representing the name or title of the note.
    • content: The plain text content of the note.

⚙️ MCP Architecture & Protocol Implementation

This server is built using Model Context Protocol (MCP), designed for seamless integration with various AI clients. The protocol flow and data architecture are structured to ensure compatibility, reliability, and efficiency in data exchange between the AI application and the server. Detailed implementation includes handling of custom URI schemes, real-time updates, and prompt execution.

MCP Client Compatibility Matrix

MCP Client	Resources	Tools	Prompts	Status
Claude Desktop	✅	✅	✅	Full Support
Continue	✅	✅	✅	Full Support
Cursor	❌	✅	❌	Tools Only

🚀 Getting Started with Installation

Install

On MacOS

~/Library/Application\ Support/Claude/claude_desktop_config.json

On Windows

%APPDATA%/Claude/claude_desktop_config.json

Development/Unpublished Servers Configuration:

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "mcp-imdb": {
      "command": "uv",
      "args": [ "--directory", "/path/to/server" ]
    }
  }
}

Published Servers Configuration:

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "mcp-imdb": {
      "command": "uvx",
      "args": ["mcp-imdb"]
    }
  }
}

💡 Key Use Cases in AI Workflows

Use Case: Real-Time Data Access for Content Recommendations

AI applications like Claude Desktop can use the mcp-imdb server to get real-time IMDb data, enabling sophisticated content recommendations based on user preferences. The summarize-notes prompt allows creating concise summaries of note data, making it easier for AI systems to process and provide relevant content suggestions.

Use Case: Dynamic Content Generation in Story Creation Apps

In a creative writing application, the server can store detailed notes on different aspects of movies or TV shows (e.g., characters, plot points). The summarize-notes prompt allows generating detailed summaries that inspire writers. This feature helps in creating dynamic content by leveraging structured data from IMDb.

🔌 Integration with MCP Clients

To integrate this application, developers should follow these guidelines:

• Ensure the server command and arguments are correctly configured.
• Use specific URI schemes like note:// for accessing individual notes.
• Customize prompts and tools based on the requirements of the AI client.

For detailed integration configurations, refer to the provided claude_desktop_config.json.

📊 Performance & Compatibility Matrix

The mcp-imdb server is optimized for performance with minimal resource overhead. It supports various MCP clients, ensuring compatibility across different environments:

Clients	Notes Support	Tools Support	Prompts Integration
Claude Desktop	✅	✅	✅
Continue	✅	✅	✅
Cursor	❌	✅	❌

🛠️ Advanced Configuration & Security

MCP Configuration Code Sample

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "mcp-imdb": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": ["-y", "@modelcontextprotocol/server-imdb"],
      "env": {
        "API_KEY": "your-api-key"
      }
    }
  }
}

Security Considerations

• Ensure secure API keys are stored and managed.
• Regularly update the server to patch any security vulnerabilities.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. Q: How can I integrate mcp-imdb with my AI application?

   • A: Follow the provided configuration guidelines and ensure compatibility with supported clients like Claude Desktop.

2. Q: Can I use other tools alongside resource storage?

   • A: Yes, the server supports additional tools that can be configured as needed.

3. Q: Is there a limit to the number of notes I can store?

   • A: There is no explicit limit, but performance might degrade with an enormous number of notes.

4. Q: How does summarize-notes improve AI workflow efficiency?

   • A: The prompt generates concise summaries, making data processing faster and more efficient for AI applications.

5. Q: Can I modify the server configuration after installation?

   • A: Yes, you can modify the configuration file to add or adjust settings as needed.

👨‍💻 Development & Contribution Guidelines

For developers interested in contributing, follow these steps:

1. Clone the repository.
2. Install dependencies using uv sync.
3. Run the server with uvx and monitor logs for any issues.

🌐 MCP Ecosystem & Resources

Explore other MCP servers and tools in the MCP Ecosystem. These resources provide a broad range of functionalities, enhancing the capabilities of AI applications through standardized protocols.