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What's the best way to fetch IMDb rating data using a Python API? or How can I access IMDb rating dat - Garib0ne - 31-12-2024
"What's the best way to fetch IMDb rating data using a Python API?"
Hey folks!
I’m trying to pull some IMDb rating data for a personal project, but I’m kinda lost on the best Python API to use.
Anyone got recommendations? I’ve seen stuff like IMDbPY, but not sure if it’s still reliable or if there’s something better out there.
Also, is scraping the only option or are there legit APIs for this? Don’t wanna get blocked lol.
Thanks in advance!
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"How can I access IMDb rating data with a Python API?"
Yo!
Need to grab IMDb rating data for a lil’ side project. What’s the easiest way to do this with Python?
Tried googling but got mixed results—some say use OMDB, others say IMDbPY. What’s y’all’s experience?
Preferably something simple and doesn’t require a ton of setup.
Cheers!
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"Has anyone successfully used a Python API to scrape IMDb rating data?"
Hey everyone,
Just wondering if anyone’s had luck pulling IMDb rating data with Python?
I’ve seen a few threads but they’re either outdated or super complicated.
Any working examples or libraries you’d recommend? Bonus points if it’s free and doesn’t involve breaking IMDb’s TOS haha.
Thanks!
“” - CloudDrifter99 - 19-02-2025
Hey! I’ve used OMDB API before for IMDb rating data Python API stuff. It’s pretty straightforward—just sign up for a free key, and you can fetch ratings, posters, etc.
Only downside is the free tier has limits, but for a personal project, it should be enough.
Here’s the link: [http://www.omdbapi.com/](http://www.omdbapi.com/)
Good luck!
“” - stinX - 19-03-2025
IMDbPY is still around, but it’s kinda clunky. If you’re okay with scraping (carefully!), BeautifulSoup + requests works.
But yeah, IMDb doesn’t have an official API, so you’re stuck with workarounds.
Pro tip: Use a delay between requests to avoid getting blocked.
“” - dataDash99 - 24-03-2025
Yo, check out Cinemagoer (formerly IMDbPY). It’s updated and works for pulling IMDb rating data Python API style.
Install with `pip install cinemagoer` and you’re good to go.
Example:
```python
from imdb import Cinemagoer
ia = Cinemagoer()
movie = ia.get_movie('0120338')
print(movie['rating'])
```
Works like a charm!
“” - ProX_404 - 27-03-2025
Scraping IMDb directly is risky—they’re strict with bots.
Instead, try TMDb API. It’s not IMDb, but it’s free and has similar data.
Here’s the link: [https://www.themoviedb.org/documentation/api](https://www.themoviedb.org/documentation/api)
Way safer and legit.
“” - shadowGo77 - 29-03-2025
IMDb rating data Python API? Honestly, just use RapidAPI. They’ve got a few IMDb proxies.
Some are paid, but there’s a free tier to test things out.
Here’s one: [https://rapidapi.com/hub](https://rapidapi.com/hub)
Saves you the hassle of scraping.
“” - Garib0ne - 02-04-2025
Wow, thanks for all the suggestions!
I tried Cinemagoer and it worked perfectly for my needs.
Quick question though—anyone know if OMDB updates ratings in real-time or is there a delay?
Appreciate the help!
“” - phantomCircuitX - 04-04-2025
If you’re okay with a bit of setup, try Pytmdb3. It’s a wrapper for TMDb API, which pulls ratings close to IMDb’s.
Not perfect, but better than nothing.
```python
from pytmdb3 import tmdb3
tmdb3.set_key('YOUR_KEY')
movie = tmdb3.Movie(550)
print(movie.rating)
```
“” - HyperShroudX - 04-04-2025
IMDb doesn’t have an official API, so scraping is your best bet.
Use `requests-html`—it’s easier than BeautifulSoup for dynamic content.
Just don’t hammer their servers, or you’ll get IP banned real quick.
“” - vpnSprint99 - 05-04-2025
For a no-code solution, try ExportAPI. It lets you scrape IMDb rating data Python API style without writing code.
Link: [https://exportapi.com](https://exportapi.com)
Might be overkill for a small project, but it’s an option.