> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://samltd-6c86be8d.mintlify.site/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# TMDB: A Movie and TV Show Discovery App

> TMDB lets you browse trending movies and TV shows, search by title or genre, and explore cast and crew details — all powered by The Movie Database API.

Welcome to TMDB, your go-to app for discovering movies and TV shows. Whether you want to find what's trending today, dig into a classic film's full cast, or filter by your favorite genre, TMDB gives you instant access to a rich catalog powered by [The Movie Database (TMDB) API](https://www.themoviedb.org/).

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card title="Quick Start" icon="rocket" href="/quickstart">
    Get up and running with TMDB in minutes — connect your API key and start exploring.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Browse Movies & Shows" icon="film" href="/features/browsing">
    Discover trending, popular, and top-rated titles across movies and TV shows.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Search" icon="magnifying-glass" href="/features/search">
    Search the full TMDB catalog by title, keyword, genre, or person.
  </Card>

  <Card title="API Key Setup" icon="key" href="/configuration/api-key">
    Configure your TMDB API key to authenticate and personalize your experience.
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

## Get started in 3 steps

<Steps>
  <Step title="Get a TMDB API Key">
    Sign up at [themoviedb.org](https://www.themoviedb.org/signup), go to **Settings → API**, and request a free API key.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Configure the App">
    Add your API key to the app's configuration. See [API Key Setup](/configuration/api-key) for details.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Start Exploring">
    Browse trending titles, search for specific movies or shows, and dive into cast pages — all in real time.
  </Step>
</Steps>

<Note>
  TMDB requires a free API key from [themoviedb.org](https://www.themoviedb.org/) to fetch live data. Without a valid key, the app will not load content.
</Note>