# Add New Movie

Adding new titles to **The Movie Database (TMDB)** ensures that SIMKL and other connected services have access to accurate, up-to-date information about movies.

TMDB is a **community-driven platform**, meaning anyone can contribute by adding or updating data.

This guide focuses **only on how to add a new movie** to TMDB.

If you’re looking for how to add or edit other details (like episodes, alternative titles, staff, crew, or translations), please refer to the detailed guide here:

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* More Details: <https://www.themoviedb.org/about>
* Create your account here: <https://www.themoviedb.org/signup>

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## Where to Add a New Title <a href="#where-to-add-a-new-title" id="where-to-add-a-new-title"></a>

You can add new titles directly on the **TMDB Add** page.

**Direct Link:**

* <https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/new>

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### Step 1: Check if the Title Already Exists

Before adding anything, **verify the title is not already listed** on TMDB.

1. Visit [TMDB.org](https://www.themoviedb.org/).
2. Use the **Search bar** at the top to look for the title (try variations or translated names).
3. If the movie or show already exists, open it and use the **Edit** option instead of creating a duplicate.

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### Step 2: Access the “Add New” Option

Once confirmed, it doesn’t exist:

1. Click the **➕ (Add)** icon on the top menu.
2. Choose one of the following:
   * **Add New Movie** – for films or feature-length content
   * **Add New TV Show** – for episodic series or web dramas

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### Step 3: Start the Add Wizard

TMDB uses a **step-by-step creation wizard** to guide you through the process.

1. Click “Add New Movie” or “Add New TV Show.”
2. Review the on-screen notes. TMDB will remind you:
   * You’re adding a movie (not a TV show)
   * TV or mini-series content belongs under **TV Shows**
   * Follow the correct category for the content type

Click **Next** to continue.

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### Step 4: Enter the Required Details

In the **Movie Details** section, fill in the following fields:

| Field              | Description                                                     |
| ------------------ | --------------------------------------------------------------- |
| **Original Title** | The movie’s official title in its original release language.    |
| **Overview**       | A short plot summary in English (minimum 10 characters).        |
| **IMDb ID**        | Optional, but strongly recommended. Helps cross-link databases. |

> 💡 Tip: Use official or trusted sources (studio websites, IMDb, WikiData, etc.) to confirm spelling and details.

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### Step 5: Translation and TV Content Check

After entering basic details, TMDB will:

* Check if the movie already exists in another language.
* Confirm that it isn’t a **TV show or mini-series** accidentally placed under Movies.

You can continue only if both checks pass.

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### Step 6: Check for Duplicates

TMDB automatically scans for **potential duplicates**.\
If your movie appears on the list, you don’t need to re-add it, instead, edit that entry or add a translation.

If it’s not listed, check the box that says:

> “I don’t see the item I’m trying to add, let’s continue adding it!”

Click **Next** to proceed.

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### Step 7: Add Additional Details

This step allows you to enhance the listing with extra details. While optional, it’s highly encouraged.

| Field                | Example                             | Description                          |
| -------------------- | ----------------------------------- | ------------------------------------ |
| **Tagline**          | “Every hero has a beginning.”       | A short promotional phrase.          |
| **Runtime**          | 120                                 | Movie length in minutes.             |
| **Budget**           | 50,000,000                          | In USD (optional).                   |
| **Revenue**          | 120,000,000                         | In USD (optional).                   |
| **Official Website** | `https://www.netflix.com/title/...` | Verified network or production site. |

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### Step 8: Verify & Save

Before submission, TMDB shows a final summary page. Review all data carefully.

1. Double-check spelling, runtime, and IDs.
2. Confirm all verification checks are marked “true.”
3. Click **Finish** to submit your title.

> Note: All entries go through a quick review to ensure no duplication or rule violation before going live.

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{% hint style="info" %}

### Example Case

**Title:** *The Wandering Earth 3*\
**Type:** Movie\
**Original Language:** Chinese\
**Release Date:** 2026\
**Runtime:** 145 min\
**Genres:** Sci-Fi, Adventure\
**Official Site:** <https://www.wanderingearth.com\\>
**IMDb:** [tt25343672](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt25343672)
{% endhint %}

## Related Documentation

* [How to Contribute and Fix Missing Data on TMDB](https://docs.simkl.org/how-to-use-simkl/faq/how-to-add-new-shows-missing-episodes-and-movies-to-simkl/tmdb-for-movies#id-1.-missing-or-incorrect-connection-ids-and-links)
* [Adding Translations or Alternative Titles on TMDB](https://docs.simkl.org/how-to-use-simkl/faq/how-to-add-new-shows-missing-episodes-and-movies-to-simkl/tmdb-for-movies#id-9.-no-alternative-titles-in-some-languages)

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