What proprietary software does Movary replace?

Movary is a vetted open-source alternative to Plex. Movary is a self-hosted platform for tracking and managing your watched movies using TMDB.

Is Movary free and open source?

Movary is open-source software under the MIT license. Its source code and releases are publicly accessible.

Can I self-host Movary?

Yes, Movary supports self-hosting on your own servers or local infrastructure.

What operating systems and platforms are supported by Movary?

Movary is available on Docker, Web.

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Movary

Name: Movary
Author: Movary

Movary is a self-hosted platform for tracking and managing your watched movies using TMDB.

Open source·Self-hosting available

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Standard Docker Compose deployment

version: '3.8'
services:
  movary:
    image: movary:latest
    restart: always
    ports:
      - "8080:8080"

About Movary

Movary is a modern self-hosted, privacy-first video solution. Movary is a self-hosted platform for tracking and managing your watched movies using TMDB. Built for users and teams demanding full data ownership, Movary eliminates proprietary vendor lock-in while delivering an intuitive, reliable experience.

Private & self-sovereign: Complete control over your data with no mandatory cloud account
One-click containerized deployment with Docker and Docker Compose
Full compatibility and responsive operation across Docker, Web
Built-in support for emby integration and workflows
Built-in support for jellyfin integration and workflows
Built-in support for letterboxd integration and workflows

Alternative to

Plex

These tools share use cases. Features, costs, and deployment needs differ.