ai-video-mcp
Allows searching and retrieving stock videos from Pexels for each chapter of the video script.
Click on "Deploy Server".
Wait a few minutes for the server to deploy. Once ready, it will show a "Started" state.
In the chat, type
@followed by the MCP server name and your instructions, e.g., "@ai-video-mcpGenerate a video from script.txt"
That's it! The server will respond to your query, and you can continue using it as needed.
Here is a step-by-step guide with screenshots.
π¬ AI Video MCP Server
Turn text scripts into complete videos with stock footage, AI narration, and subtitles. Standard MCP tool β works with Claude, OpenClaw, Cursor, and any MCP-compatible AI assistant.
β¨ Features
π Script-driven β Just provide text, auto-split into chapters
π₯ Smart footage β Auto-matches stock videos from Pexels per chapter
π£οΈ TTS narration β Minimax voice synthesis, 6 voice options
πΊ Auto subtitles β Generates SRT subtitles from narration
π¬ One-click compose β ffmpeg auto-merges into final video
π MCP standard β Compatible with all MCP-enabled AI assistants
Related MCP server: ittybitty MCP server
π Quick Start
1. Install
pip install ai-video-mcpOr from source:
git clone https://github.com/yqyqstart-crypto/ai-video-mcp.git
cd ai-video-mcp
pip install -e .2. Set API Keys
export MINIMAX_API_KEY="your-minimax-key"
export PEXELS_API_KEY="your-pexels-key"Key | Get it from | Purpose |
MINIMAX_API_KEY | TTS voice synthesis | |
PEXELS_API_KEY | Stock video search |
3. Use
Command Line
ai-video-mcpMCP Config (Claude Desktop / OpenClaw / Cursor)
{
"mcpServers": {
"ai-video": {
"command": "ai-video-mcp",
"env": {
"MINIMAX_API_KEY": "your-key",
"PEXELS_API_KEY": "your-key"
}
}
}
}Once configured, just tell the AI:
"Generate a video from this script: /path/to/script.txt"
The AI will call the generate_video tool automatically.
π Tools
generate_video
Generate a complete video from a text script.
Parameters:
Param | Type | Default | Description |
| string | required | Path to script file |
| string |
| Output directory |
| string |
| TTS voice ID |
| float |
| Speech speed (0.5-2.0) |
| string |
| Output resolution |
| int |
| Pexels clip duration per chapter (sec) |
Returns:
{
"success": true,
"final_video": "out/final_video.mp4",
"chapters": 3,
"details": [
{
"chapter": 0,
"title": "Chapter 1",
"query": "search keywords",
"video": "out/chapter_00/chapter.mp4",
"tts": true
}
]
}list_voices
List available TTS voice IDs.
list_styles
List available video styles (planned).
π Script Format
Plain text (.txt) β Split with ---
Artificial intelligence is changing our lives. From smartphones to self-driving cars, AI is everywhere.
---
In healthcare, AI helps doctors diagnose diseases more accurately.
---
In the future, AI will continue to drive social progress.Markdown (.md) β Split with ##
## The Rise of AI
Artificial intelligence is changing our lives...
## Healthcare Revolution
In healthcare, AI helps doctors...
## Future Outlook
In the future, AI will continue...ποΈ Available Voices
ID | Name | Gender |
| Youth | Male |
| Girl | Female |
| Elite Male | Male |
| Elegant Lady | Female |
| Male Host | Male |
| Female Host | Female |
π Output Structure
out/
βββ final_video.mp4 # β Final complete video
βββ concat.txt # ffmpeg merge list
βββ chapter_00/
β βββ source.mp4 # Pexels raw footage
β βββ audio.mp3 # TTS narration audio
β βββ audio.srt # Subtitle file
β βββ chapter.mp4 # Composed chapter video
βββ chapter_01/
β βββ ...
βββ chapter_02/
βββ ...ποΈ Workflow
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Python 3.8+
ffmpeg (system install)
requests
fastmcp
π‘ Why MCP?
MCP (Model Context Protocol) lets AI assistants call external tools directly. With this MCP Server installed:
β Claude Desktop can generate videos
β OpenClaw can generate videos
β Cursor can generate videos
β Any MCP-enabled AI assistant works
No coding needed. No command line. Just tell the AI.
π License
MIT
π€ Contributing
PRs welcome! Especially:
More TTS engines (Edge TTS, Azure TTS)
More video sources (Pixabay, Coverr)
AI image generation (DALL-E, Stable Diffusion)
Custom subtitle styles
Background music mixing
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