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Head-to-head · Kodi Add-ons

The Movie Database Python vs Jellyfin for Kodi

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 1 check side by side
Higher score The Movie Database Python #1 in Kodi Add-ons 9.2/10 Free plan Free plan Visit Kodi
Jellyfin for Kodi #4 in Kodi Add-ons 7.9/10 Free plan Free plan Visit Jellyfin

The Movie Database Python leads on 0 checks, Jellyfin for Kodi on 0, and 1 is even. Who comes out ahead on the 1 yes/no, price and count check where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreThe Movie Database Python · 9.2/10
  • Free planboth

The Movie Database Python scores higher on our rubric for kodi add-ons: 9.2 against 7.9 out of 10; our editors rank them #1 and #4.

On installation source, Jellyfin for Kodi gives you Third-party repository where The Movie Database Python offers Official repository.

The Movie Database Python is the better fit for kodi users who want movie metadata and artwork. Jellyfin for Kodi is the better fit for jellyfin users wanting a synced Kodi library.

  • The Movie Database Python fits best

    Kodi users who want movie metadata and artwork

  • Jellyfin for Kodi fits best

    Jellyfin users wanting a synced Kodi library

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Side by side

Feature The Movie Database Python 9.2/10 Visit ↗ Jellyfin for Kodi 7.9/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 9.2 7.9
Ranking #1 in Kodi Add-ons #4 in Kodi Add-ons
Best for Kodi users who want movie metadata and artwork Jellyfin users wanting a synced Kodi library
Pricing model Free Free
Starting price Free plan Free plan
Free plan ✓ ✓
Free trial — —
Deployment Self-hosted Self-hosted
Platforms Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android Windows, macOS, Linux, Android
Integrations 2 integrations 2 integrations
Built for Solo Solo, Small business
Specs
Add-on type Metadata/library Metadata/library
Playback features Not checked yet Direct play; transcoding; add-on mode; native mode via NFS or SMB
Library features Movie metadata; posters; fanart; keyart option; keywords as tags Sync selected libraries to Kodi database; dynamic browsing of unsynced libraries; watched and resume-state sync
Supported platforms all Kodi platforms Kodi on PCs, tablets, Android TV, Fire TV and other TV boxes
Installation source Official repository Third-party repository
Our review
Pros
  • Scrapes movie metadata and retrieves posters and fanart from TMDb
  • Offers optional keyart and a keyword whitelist for tags
  • Available through Kodi’s official repository for supported Kodi platforms
  • Syncs selected Jellyfin libraries into Kodi’s local database
  • Keeps watched and resume states synchronized between Jellyfin and Kodi
  • Supports direct play, transcoding, and native playback over NFS or SMB
Cons
  • Focused on movie-library metadata and artwork, not broader media management
  • Supports Kodi 20 Nexus and above
  • Artwork and metadata depend on TMDb
  • Requires a Jellyfin server
  • Installation is through a third-party repository
  • Support is through documentation and the community
Our verdict

The Movie Database Python adds movie information and artwork from TMDb to a Kodi library. It suits Kodi users who want movie metadata, posters, and fanart gathered through a library scraper, rather than a standalone movie catalog or a…

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Jellyfin for Kodi connects Kodi to a Jellyfin server, letting users sync selected libraries into Kodi’s local database or browse other libraries dynamically. It supports movies, TV shows, music videos and music, making it suited to…

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  1. The Movie Database PythonKodi Add-ons 9.2Free plan
  2. Jellyfin for KodiKodi Add-ons 7.9Free plan

Strengths and trade-offs

  • The Movie Database Python — where it wins

    • Scrapes movie metadata and retrieves posters and fanart from TMDb
    • Offers optional keyart and a keyword whitelist for tags
    • Available through Kodi’s official repository for supported Kodi platforms

    Where it doesn't

    • Focused on movie-library metadata and artwork, not broader media management
    • Supports Kodi 20 Nexus and above
    • Artwork and metadata depend on TMDb

  • Jellyfin for Kodi — where it wins

    • Syncs selected Jellyfin libraries into Kodi’s local database
    • Keeps watched and resume states synchronized between Jellyfin and Kodi
    • Supports direct play, transcoding, and native playback over NFS or SMB

    Where it doesn't

    • Requires a Jellyfin server
    • Installation is through a third-party repository
    • Support is through documentation and the community
  • The Movie Database Python9.2/10 · Free plan

    A free Kodi add-on that adds TMDb movie details and artwork to a library.

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  • Jellyfin for Kodi7.9/10 · Free plan

    A free, open-source Kodi add-on for syncing and browsing Jellyfin libraries.

    Visit JellyfinFull verdict →

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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