How to Find Similar Movies with Claude
Find your next movie after a favorite with Claude and ToolRouter using Similar Movies.
Tool
Claude is a good fit when the recommendation list needs interpretation, not just retrieval. Use `find_similar` to get the ranked shortlist, then ask Claude to narrow the result around mood, pacing, or how adventurous the next watch should be.
Connect ToolRouter to Claude
1Go to Settings → Connectors → Add custom connector
2Enter the details below and click Add
Name
ToolRouterURL
https://api.toolrouter.com/mcp3Done — works on Claude chat, desktop, and mobile
Steps
Once connected (see setup above), use the Similar Movies tool:
- Tell Claude the exact seed movie and any hard constraints such as no sequels, no franchise repeats, or a minimum quality bar.
- Run `similar-movies.find_similar` with the seed title and any filters like `include_same_collection: false` or `min_vote_average`.
- Review the shortlist and ask Claude to separate the safest pick from the most adventurous one.
- Turn the final pick into a watchlist note or hand the title into `movie-tv-search` if you want deeper cast or ratings detail.
Example Prompt
Try this with Claude using the Similar Movies tool
Use similar-movies to find films like Arrival, but exclude same-franchise choices and keep the shortlist above a 7/10 vote average. Then tell me which pick is best if I want something cerebral instead of action-heavy.
Tips
- Give one strong seed movie first, then add taste constraints after the tool returns the shortlist.
- Use `min_vote_average` when you want the list to stay curated instead of broad.
- Set `include_same_collection` to false when you want fresh alternatives instead of sequels.