boxofficemojo_franchise

Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?

No annotations are provided, so the description must fully disclose behavioral traits. It only mentions the source is 'public' and returns 'normalized release rows', implying read-only behavior but not explicitly stating no side effects, rate limits, or authentication requirements. Missing details on error handling or data freshness.

Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.

Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?

The description is extremely concise with two sentences: the first states the purpose, and the second provides a crucial usage guideline. No unnecessary words; every sentence serves a clear function. Front-loaded and efficient.

Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.

Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?

Given the lack of output schema, the description should explain what 'normalized release rows' entails, but it remains vague. It does not describe the fields or structure of the output. The tool's complexity (3 mutually exclusive parameters) is manageable, but more detail on the return format would improve completeness.

Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.

Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?

The input schema covers each parameter with descriptions, achieving 100% coverage. The description adds important semantic information by enforcing exclusivity ('Pass exactly one of id, path, or url'), which is not in the schema (none are required). This clarifies a critical usage rule.

Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.

Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?

The description clearly states the tool returns 'normalized release rows' from a 'Box Office Mojo franchise page', specifying the verb (returns), resource (franchise detail), and output format. It distinguishes from sibling tools like boxofficemojo_brand and boxofficemojo_franchises by focusing on a single franchise's release data.

Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.

Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?

The description provides specific guidance on parameter usage: 'Pass exactly one of id, path, or url.' However, it does not explain when to use this tool over alternatives like boxofficemojo_franchises (plural) or boxofficemojo_release. No explicit when-to-use or when-not-to-use context is given.

Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.