The TVDB API

API

Comprehensive Television Metadata API

Overview

The TVDB API is a RESTful service providing detailed television metadata including series info, episodes, cast, crew, images, ratings, and genres. Endpoints support series search, episode lists, season details, and update notifications. Responses are JSON-formatted. Use cases include building TV guide apps, media center integrations, content recommendation systems, and metadata enrichment for streaming platforms. It offers freemium access with free basic data and paid tiers for advanced features like higher rate limits and real-time updates.

Example Integration (JavaScript)

script.js JS


fetch('https://thetvdb.com/api-information')
  .then(res => res.json())
  .then(data => console.log(data))
  .catch(err => console.error(err));

Key Features

RESTful Architecture
JSON Response Format
Comprehensive TV Metadata
High-Quality Image Assets
Update Notifications
Multi-Language Support

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is The TVDB API free to use?

Yes, it offers a free tier with basic metadata access and limited rate limits. Premium tiers unlock advanced features like higher rate limits and real-time updates.

? Does it require an API Key?

Yes, all requests need an API key. You can get one by registering on The TVDB website and choosing a plan.

? What is the response format?

All responses are in JSON format, which is easy to parse and integrate into various applications.

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Tool Info

Pricing Freemium

Category Video

Platform Public API

Pros

⊕ Extensive Data Coverage
⊕ Regular Metadata Updates
⊕ Well-Documented Endpoints
⊕ Freemium Access Option

Cons

⊖ Rate Limits on Free Tier
⊖ Premium Features Require Subscription
⊖ API Key Authentication Mandatory
⊖ Advanced Data Behind Paywall