About Movie Covers

Our Mission

At Movie Covers, we're a passionate team of film enthusiasts dedicated to creating the most comprehensive, user-friendly movie database on the web. Whether you're a casual viewer looking for your next Friday night pick or a devoted cinephile diving deep into filmography archives, our goal is to make your movie discovery experience as seamless and enjoyable as possible.

We believe that great cinema deserves a platform that matches its depth. That's why Movie Covers combines data from trusted industry sources — including The Movie Database (TMDB) and the Open Movie Database (OMDb) — with AI-powered insights to deliver unique editorial content you won't find anywhere else. From detailed plot analyses and behind-the-scenes trivia to curated recommendations tailored to your taste, we go beyond the basics to bring films to life in a whole new way.

What We Offer

Movie Covers is more than just a movie database. Our platform is designed to be a complete companion for film lovers, offering a rich set of features that enhance every stage of the movie discovery journey:

• Extensive Movie Database — Browse thousands of films with detailed information including cast, crew, ratings, reviews, trailers, and poster artwork sourced from the most reliable databases in the industry.
• Aggregated Ratings & Reviews — See scores from multiple sources side by side, including TMDB community ratings and IMDb scores via OMDb, so you can make informed viewing decisions.
• Streaming Availability — Find out where to watch any movie across major streaming platforms, powered by Watchmode, so you spend less time searching and more time watching.
• AI-Generated Insights & Trivia — Enjoy unique, machine-generated content for every film, including fun trivia, frequently asked questions, thematic analyses, and viewing recommendations powered by OpenAI's GPT-4o-mini model.
• Curated Editorial Content — Explore our blog for in-depth articles, top lists, genre explorations, and film industry commentary written by our editorial team.
• User Accounts & Personalisation — Create a free account to rate films, write reviews, build watchlists, save favourites, and receive personalised movie recommendations based on your viewing history and preferences.

Our Editorial Team

Behind Movie Covers is a dedicated editorial team that works to ensure our content is accurate, engaging, and genuinely useful for movie fans of every stripe.

Leading the team is James Mitchell, our Editor-in-Chief and Film Critic. James is a passionate cinephile whose love of film spans every era and genre — from golden-age classics and international arthouse cinema to the latest blockbusters and hidden indie gems. With years of experience in film criticism and digital media, James brings a sharp editorial eye and a deep appreciation for storytelling to everything we publish. He oversees all editorial output on the site, ensuring that our articles, reviews, and curated lists meet the highest standards of quality and integrity.

Our wider team includes contributors who specialise in genre deep-dives, streaming coverage, and data-driven film analysis. Together, we're committed to making Movie Covers the go-to resource for anyone who takes their movie watching seriously.

Data Sources & Attribution

Accuracy and transparency are core values at Movie Covers. We rely on a combination of trusted third-party data providers to ensure that the information on our platform is as complete and up-to-date as possible:

• TMDB (The Movie Database) — Our primary source for movie metadata, cast and crew information, imagery, and community ratings. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB.
• OMDb (Open Movie Database) — Provides aggregate scores and additional metadata, including IMDb ratings and Rotten Tomatoes scores, giving you a well-rounded view of critical and audience reception.
• Watchmode — Powers our streaming availability data, helping you quickly find where to watch any film across platforms such as Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Disney+, and more.

We are grateful to these providers for making their data accessible and are committed to using it responsibly and in full compliance with their respective terms of service.

Get in Touch

Have a question, suggestion, or just want to say hello? We'd love to hear from you. Visit our Contact page to reach the team directly. Whether it's feedback on a feature, a correction to a film listing, or a collaboration enquiry, we read every message and do our best to respond promptly.

Privacy & Trust

Your privacy matters to us. We are committed to handling your personal data responsibly and transparently. To learn more about how we collect, use, and protect your information, please review our Privacy Policy. For details on the rules governing use of the platform, see our Terms & Conditions.