Best for
- LLM applications that need anime/manga data from AniList.
- Integrating anime-related information into chatbots or assistants.
- Scenarios that require managing user lists and preferences.
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An MCP server for accessing anime and manga data from AniList.
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55FMRS · C
This server provides a comprehensive MCP interface for AniList, with rich functionality and multiple transport options, but requires users to manage API token security.
The AniList MCP server is an MCP server that interfaces with the AniList API, allowing LLM clients to access and interact with anime, manga, character, staff, and user data from AniList. It supports searching, fetching details, user lists, and authenticated actions like favorites and posting.
Tools
get_genres
Get all available genres on AniList.
get_media_tags
Get all available media tags on AniList.
get_site_statistics
Get AniList site statistics over the last seven days.
get_studio
Get information about a studio by its AniList ID or name.
favourite_studio
[Requires Login] Favourite or unfavourite a studio by its ID.
delete_activity
[Requires Login] Delete the current authorized user's activity post.
get_activity
Get a specific AniList activity by its ID.
get_user_activity
Fetch activities from a user.
post_message_activity
[Requires Login] Post a new message activity or update an existing one.
post_text_activity
[Requires Login] Post a new text activity or update an existing one.
get_user_anime_list
Get a user's anime list.
get_user_manga_list
Get a user's manga list.
add_list_entry
[Requires Login] Add an entry to the authorized user's list.
remove_list_entry
[Requires Login] Remove an entry from the authorized user's list.
update_list_entry
[Requires Login] Update an entry on the authorized user's list.
get_anime
Get detailed information about an anime by its AniList ID.
get_manga
Get detailed information about a manga by its AniList ID.
favourite_anime
[Requires Login] Favourite or unfavourite an anime by its ID.
favourite_manga
[Requires Login] Favourite or unfavourite a manga by its ID.
get_character
Get information about a character by their AniList ID.
get_staff
Get information about staff member by their AniList ID.
favourite_character
[Requires Login] Favourite or unfavourite a character by its ID.
favourite_staff
[Requires Login] Favourite or unfavourite a staff member by their ID.
get_todays_birthday_characters
Get all characters whose birthday is today.
get_todays_birthday_staff
Get all staff members whose birthday is today.
get_recommendation
Get an AniList recommendation by its ID.
get_recommendations_for_media
Get AniList recommendations for a specific media.
search_activity
Search for activities on AniList.
search_anime
Search for anime with query term and filters.
search_manga
Search for manga with query term and filters.
search_character
Search for characters based on a query term.
search_staff
Search for staff members based on a query term.
search_studio
Search for studios based on a query term.
search_user
Search for users on AniList.
get_thread
Get a specific thread by its AniList ID.
get_thread_comments
Get comments for a specific thread.
delete_thread
[Requires Login] Delete a thread by its ID.
get_user_profile
Get a user's AniList profile.
get_user_stats
Get a user's AniList statistics.
get_full_user_info
Get a user's complete profile and stats information.
get_user_recent_activity
Get recent activity from a user.
get_authorized_user
[Requires Login] Get profile information of the currently authorized user.
follow_user
[Requires Login] Follow or unfollow a user by their ID.
update_user
[Requires Login] Update user settings.
Setup
- Ensure Node.js 18 or higher is installed.\n2. Add the server configuration to your MCP client config file (e.g., mcpServers in claude_desktop_config.json).\n3. Optionally, obtain an AniList API token (create a client at https://anilist.co/settings/developer) and set it as the environment variable ANILIST_TOKEN.\n4. Restart your MCP client.\n5. For HTTP deployment, follow the self-hosting or cloud deployment instructions in the repository.
claude_desktop_config.json
{
"mcpServers": {
"anilist": {
"command": "npx",
"args": ["-y", "anilist-mcp"],
"env": {
"ANILIST_TOKEN": "your_api_token"
}
}
}
}
Fit and risk
Not for
- Simple applications that don't need AniList data or want to avoid external API dependencies.
- Privacy-sensitive users because some operations require a token.
- Users who prefer other anime databases (e.g., MAL).
Required permissions
- Read AniList public data.
- Perform authenticated operations (e.g., modifying user lists, posting activities, favoriting) when ANILIST_TOKEN is provided.
- Stored token is used for API requests.
Risks and side effects
- Token leakage: If the server is public and unprotected, anyone could use your token.
- Data accuracy depends on the AniList API.
- Some operations (e.g., deleting activities) may be irreversible.
Troubleshooting
- Ensure Node.js version >= 18.
- Check MCP client configuration for correct command and arguments.
- If using a token, verify it is valid and not expired.
- For HTTP transport, check port and network connectivity.
- Use MCP Inspector for debugging.
Use cases
Search for anime and manga information and get detailed data.
Query characters, staff, and studios.
Access user lists and profiles.
Perform authenticated actions like adding list entries, posting activities, and favoriting.
Get daily birthday characters and staff.
Supported clients
Claude DesktopFull support