Updated on Apr 15, 2022

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Getting started

Welcome to the Movies API documentation, your gateway to a vast database of movies, actors, and related information. Whether you're building a movie recommendation app, conducting research, or simply exploring the world of cinema, our API has you covered.

Quick Setup Tutorial

If you're using React to create your project, we've got you covered with a quick setup tutorial. Check out this video tutorial by Chris Blakely for a step-by-step guide on getting started with our API:

API Base URL

Before you dive into the world of movies and actors, let's get acquainted with the API's base URL, which you'll use to make all your API requests. It's crucial for connecting to the data you need.

Authentication

To start using the Movies API, you don't need to sign up for an account; it's open for public access. However, we recommend using API keys for enhanced tracking and rate limiting. You can easily obtain your API key by registering as a user, and it takes just a few simple steps.

User Registration

To obtain your API key, follow these steps:

  1. Register: Sign up as a user on our platform by visiting User Registration page.

  2. Obtain Your API Key: Once you've registered, you can easily generate your API key from your user profile. This key will be essential for authenticating your requests and ensuring a seamless experience with our API.

Making Your First Request

Now that you have your API key, it's time to make your first request and retrieve information about a movie. Let's walk through a simple example:

Requesting Movie Information

If you want to get details about a specific movie with an ID, replace 12345 with the movie's actual ID. The API endpoint looks like this:

GET `https://api.movies.com/v1/movies/12345`

This request will return detailed information about the movie in JSON format. Here's a sample request using cURL:

curl -X GET "https://api.movies.com/v1/movies/12345" -H "Authorization: Bearer YOUR_API_KEY"

And the response might look something like this:

{
  "movie_id": 12345,
  "title": "Movie Title",
  "release_date": "2023-10-15",
  "genre": ["Drama", "Thriller"],
  "director": "Director Name",
  "actors": ["Actor A", "Actor B"],
  "description": "A gripping movie that will keep you on the edge of your seat."
}

Next Steps

Now that you've successfully made your first request, you're on your way to exploring the Movies API. In the subsequent sections of this documentation, you'll find detailed information on various API endpoints, query options, authentication, error handling, and more.

If you're looking for specific information or want to learn how to perform advanced queries, head over to the relevant sections in the documentation.

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