Medusa

Self-Hosted

Open-source TV show management and automation tool

Overview

Medusa is an open-source TV show management tool (forked from SickRage) that automates searching, downloading, and organizing episodes. It supports torrent trackers, Usenet providers, and integrates with Plex/Jellyfin for media library sync. Key features include episode tracking, quality control (e.g., 1080p/4K preferences), subtitle management, and customizable notifications (email/Slack). Deployment options: Docker containers, pre-built Linux/macOS packages, or bare-metal installs. Self-hosted, so you retain full control over your media data with no subscription fees.

Self-Hosting Resources

Find Official Image on Docker Hub View Source & Docs

Below is a reference structure for docker-compose.yml. ⚠️ Do NOT run blindly. Replace placeholders with official values.

docker-compose.template.yml TEMPLATE


version: '3'
services:
  medusa:
    image: <OFFICIAL_IMAGE_NAME>:latest
    container_name: medusa
    ports:
      - "8080:<APP_INTERNAL_PORT>"
    volumes:
      - ./data:/app/data
    restart: unless-stopped

Key Features

Automated episode searching/downloading (torrent/Usenet)
Plex/Jellyfin media server integration
Quality control and subtitle management
Customizable notifications

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is Medusa hard to install?

Medusa is easy to install via Docker (official images) or pre-built packages for Linux/macOS. Docker simplifies dependencies for beginners. Setup involves configuring media paths, trackers/Usenet, and notifications—well-documented, taking ~15-30 mins for first-time users.

? Is it a good alternative to Plex Pass DVR?

Yes! Unlike Plex Pass DVR (paid, requires live tuners), Medusa automates torrent/Usenet downloads and organizes content. It’s free, self-hosted, and gives full control over your TV library—ideal for avoiding SaaS lock-in.

? Is it completely free?

Medusa is 100% free and open-source (MIT license). No paid tiers, subscriptions, or locked features—all functionality is accessible without cost for self-hosted users.

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Tool Info

Pricing Free/Open Source

Category Media Management

Platform Self-Hosted

Pros

⊕ Privacy-focused (self-hosted data control)
⊕ No subscription fees
⊕ Supports multiple download sources
⊕ Seamless media library sync

Cons

⊖ Requires technical setup for trackers/Usenet
⊖ Steeper learning curve for beginners
⊖ Needs regular tracker/config maintenance