Plex MCP Server
@vyb1ng
About Plex MCP Server
An implementation of MCP for the Plex API
Config
Add this server to your MCP-compatible client using the configuration below.
{
"mcpServers": {
"plex-mcp-vyb1ng": {
"command": "node",
"args": [
"index.js"
]
}
}
}Tools
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Overview
What is Plex MCP Server?
Plex MCP Server is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that lets Claude search your Plex media libraries. It is for users who have a Plex server and want to query their content directly through Claude.
How to use Plex MCP Server?
Install dependencies with npm install, copy .env.example to .env, and set your PLEX_URL and PLEX_TOKEN. Then configure Claude Desktop by adding the MCP server entry using either npx (recommended) or a local node path. Restart Claude Desktop to activate the server. Run node index.js to test standalone.
Key features of Plex MCP Server
- Search movies, TV shows, episodes, and music in your libraries
- Filter results by content type
- Configurable maximum number of search results
- Rich formatted results with metadata
Use cases of Plex MCP Server
- Ask Claude to find a movie you want to watch tonight
- Search for a specific TV show episode across your libraries
- Discover music albums or tracks from your Plex music library
- Look up content without opening the Plex web interface
FAQ from Plex MCP Server
How do I get my Plex token?
Log into your Plex account, go to Settings > Account > Privacy, and click "Show" next to "Plex Pass Subscription". Your token will be displayed.
What content types can I search for?
You can search movies, shows, episodes, artists, albums, and tracks. The optional type parameter accepts "movie", "show", "episode", "artist", "album", or "track".
How do I configure this server with Claude Desktop?
Open Claude Desktop settings (Cmd/Ctrl + ,), go to the MCP Servers tab, add a configuration with the npx or node command and your Plex URL/token, then restart Claude Desktop.
What environment variables are required?
You must set PLEX_URL (e.g., http://your-plex-server:32400) and PLEX_TOKEN (your authentication token) in a .env file.
Is there a limit on search results?
Yes, you can set the limit parameter (default 10). The maximum is not specified in the README.
Frequently asked questions
How do I get my Plex token?
Log into your Plex account, go to Settings > Account > Privacy, and click "Show" next to "Plex Pass Subscription". Your token will be displayed.
What content types can I search for?
You can search movies, shows, episodes, artists, albums, and tracks. The optional `type` parameter accepts "movie", "show", "episode", "artist", "album", or "track".
How do I configure this server with Claude Desktop?
Open Claude Desktop settings (Cmd/Ctrl + ,), go to the MCP Servers tab, add a configuration with the `npx` or `node` command and your Plex URL/token, then restart Claude Desktop.
What environment variables are required?
You must set `PLEX_URL` (e.g., `http://your-plex-server:32400`) and `PLEX_TOKEN` (your authentication token) in a `.env` file.
Is there a limit on search results?
Yes, you can set the `limit` parameter (default 10). The maximum is not specified in the README.
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