Fetch normalized IMDb release date rows and alternate titles by passing exactly one IMDb title ID or absolute title URL.
IMDb title release info. Returns normalized public IMDb release date rows and alternate titles. Pass exactly one of id or url.
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| id | No | IMDb title id | |
| url | No | Absolute https://www.imdb.com/title/<id>/ URL |
Changes observed during successful MCP inspections.
v1.1.0Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
No annotations exist, and the description fails to disclose safety, permissions, rate limits, or error behavior. It only mentions output content partially.
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?
Three short sentences convey purpose, output, and a key usage rule without any redundancy. Every sentence adds essential information.
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?
Describes output broadly but lacks detail on structure, pagination, or limits. Given no output schema, more detail would help, but it covers the basics for a simple tool.
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?
Schema coverage is 100%, and the description adds critical constraint 'Pass exactly one of id or url', which prevents misuse. This adds significant value beyond schema descriptions.
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 public IMDb release date rows and alternate titles', specifying a unique resource. It distinguishes from sibling tools like imdb_title or imdb_title_credits by focusing on release info.
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?
Only provides a parameter rule ('Pass exactly one of id or url') but no guidance on when to use this tool versus other IMDb tools or context about prerequisites.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.