IMDb Search (Internet Movie Database)

Select some text, right-click and choose "Search in IMDb" in the menu, a new tab will open with the searched text in IMDb (all topics).

IMDb Search is a handy Chrome extension that simplifies looking up movies, TV shows, actors, and more on IMDb. Just select any text on a webpage, right-click, and choose "Search in IMDb" from the context menu. The extension will open a new tab with your search results on the official Internet Movie Database site, covering all topics. This tool streamlines your browsing experience, saving you time and effort when exploring entertainment information.

Ideal for movie buffs, researchers, or casual browsers, IMDb Search makes accessing detailed and reliable movie database content quick and effortless without having to manually open IMDb and enter your queries. Stay informed and entertained with just a few clicks!

Manifest V2
Daily users:
684 -18
Rating:
4.82
(11)
Version:
1.1resigned1 (Last updated: 2024-04-25)
Version code:
5729297
Creation date:
2017-11-18
Permissions:
  • activeTab
  • menus
Size:
12.22K
URLs:
Website
Updated:
21 hours ago

User reviews

The IMDb Search Firefox add-on is praised for its reliability, ease of use, and consistent performance over long-term daily usage. Users appreciate the recent updates and overall the extension fulfills its intended purpose effectively. A notable user-requested improvement is to have new search result tabs open next to the current tab instead of at the end of the tab bar, aligning with other context menu search behaviors.
Pros
  • Works exactly as expected
  • Reliable and stable over years of use
  • Easy to use
  • Regularly updated by developers
Cons
  • New tabs open at the end rather than next to the current tab (requested feature)
Recent reviews


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Extension safety

Risk impact
Very low risk impact

IMDb Search (Internet Movie Database) does not require any sensitive permissions.

Risk impact analysis details
    Risk likelihood
    Moderate risk likelihood

    IMDb Search (Internet Movie Database) is probably trust-worthy. Prefer other publishers if available. Exercise caution when installing this add-on.

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