SceneFlix Documentation

It’s super easy to get started with SceneFlix!

SceneFlix is a WordPress bundle consisting of a plugin and SceneFlix WordPress theme that integrate with The Movie Database (TMDB) to fetch and display movie and TV show information on a website.

The plugin provides tools for creating content with detailed metadata, cast information, trailers, and more, making it suitable for movie review sites, entertainment blogs, and streaming platform directories.

What SceneFlix Can Do

SceneFlix transforms your WordPress site into a comprehensive entertainment hub by providing:

  • Automated Content Creation – Automatically generate detailed movie and TV show posts with rich metadata, cast information, plot summaries, and high-quality images directly from TMDB.
  • Comprehensive Media Information – Display complete details including release dates, runtime, genres, ratings, production companies, cast and crew information, and official trailers.
  • Flexible Display Options – Use built-in shortcodes to display movie and TV show information anywhere on your site with customizable layouts and styling.
  • Auto-Post Functionality – Set up automated posting schedules to regularly add new trending movies and TV shows to your site without manual intervention.
  • Data Management Tools – Advanced data handler for managing, updating, and organizing your movie and TV show content efficiently.

Documentation Overview

This documentation is organized into 9 comprehensive sections to help you get the most out of SceneFlix:

1. Getting Started

Learn the basics of SceneFlix and understand its core features and capabilities.

2. Installation & Activation

Step-by-step guide to installing and activating the SceneFlix plugin on your WordPress site.

3. Get TMDB API Key

Detailed instructions on obtaining your free TMDB API key, which is required for SceneFlix to function.

4. How to Get TMDB ID for Movies and TV Shows

Learn how to find and use TMDB IDs to fetch specific movie and TV show information.

5. Fetch and Create Movie Posts

Complete guide to manually fetching movie data and creating rich movie posts on your site.

6. Fetch and Create TV Show Posts

Comprehensive instructions for fetching TV show data and creating detailed TV show posts.

7. Movies and TV Shows Auto Post

Set up automated posting schedules to regularly add new content to your site without manual work.

8. SceneFlix Data Handler

Master the advanced data management tools for organizing, updating, and maintaining your movie and TV show content.

9. Shortcode

Learn how to use SceneFlix shortcodes to display movie and TV show information anywhere on your site.

Quick Start Guide

Ready to jump right in? Here’s what you need to do:

  1. Install SceneFlix on your WordPress site
  2. Get your TMDB API key (free from TMDB)
  3. Configure the plugin with your API key
  4. Start fetching movie and TV show data
  5. Customize the display using shortcodes

Need Help?

Each section of this documentation includes detailed explanations, screenshots, and examples to help you understand every feature. If you’re new to SceneFlix, we recommend starting with the “Getting Started” section and following the documentation in order.

For specific tasks, you can jump directly to the relevant section using the navigation above.


Let’s begin your SceneFlix journey! Click on “Getting Started” to dive into the world of automated movie and TV show content creation.

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