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TMDB MCP Server

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Movie Videos

movie_videos

Retrieve trailers, teasers, and other video content for any movie using its TMDB ID. This tool provides access to official movie videos through the TMDB MCP Server.

Instructions

Get movie videos (trailers, teasers, etc.) by ID

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
movie_idYesTMDB movie ID
Behavior2/5

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

No annotations are provided, so the description carries the full burden. It states it's a read operation ('Get'), implying no destructive effects, but doesn't disclose behavioral traits like rate limits, authentication needs, response format, or pagination. This is a significant gap for a tool with no annotation coverage.

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

Conciseness5/5

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

The description is a single, efficient sentence with zero waste. It's front-loaded with the core action and resource, making it easy to parse quickly. Every word earns its place without redundancy.

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

Completeness2/5

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

Given the lack of annotations and output schema, the description is incomplete. It doesn't explain what the return values include (e.g., video types, URLs, metadata) or address potential errors. For a tool with no structured behavioral data, more context is needed to be fully helpful.

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

Parameters3/5

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

The schema description coverage is 100%, with the single parameter 'movie_id' fully documented in the schema as 'TMDB movie ID'. The description adds no additional meaning beyond implying it's used to fetch videos, which is already clear from the purpose. Baseline 3 is appropriate as the schema does the heavy lifting.

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

Purpose4/5

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

The description clearly states the verb 'Get' and the resource 'movie videos (trailers, teasers, etc.) by ID', making the purpose specific and understandable. It distinguishes from siblings like movie_details or movie_credits by focusing on video content, though it doesn't explicitly contrast with tv_videos or other video-related tools.

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

Usage Guidelines2/5

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

No guidance is provided on when to use this tool versus alternatives. For example, it doesn't mention if this is for retrieving all videos for a movie or how it differs from movie_details (which might include videos) or tv_videos. The description lacks context about prerequisites or exclusions.

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

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