What it does
The IMDb bot is one of Telegram's first-party inline bots. You do not need to add it to any chat. Type @imdb followed by a movie or TV show name in any conversation, and pick a result to share a rich preview with the IMDb rating, year, and synopsis.
Why people use it
- Look up movies and shows without leaving Telegram.
- Share rich previews in any chat without copy-pasting URLs.
- Get the IMDb rating before recommending something.
How to use it
- Open any chat on Telegram.
- Type
@imdbin the message field, followed by a movie or show name. Example:@imdb interstellar. - Pick a result from the dropdown. The bot posts a preview card with details.
There is nothing to install or configure. The bot is part of Telegram's official inline ecosystem.
Features
- Inline-only, works in any chat.
- IMDb ratings, year, and short synopsis.
- No bot needs to be added to the chat.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to add the bot to my group?
No. Inline bots work directly from your message field in any chat.
Is it free?
Yes.
Who runs it?
Telegram. It is one of the first-party inline bots that ship as part of the platform.
Behind the app
Operated by Telegram FZ-LLC. Part of the official set of inline search bots (@wiki, @pic, @vid, @youtube, @imdb).
Official Telegram app.
Verified directly by Telegram. The link above goes to the genuine app.
