overseerr

Name: overseerr
Availability: InStock
Author: jmagar

Search, request, and monitor media via the Overseerr API using Node.js scripts.

69|7|Updated Feb 8, 2026

Search Tags:#automation #monitoring #api #nodejs #plex #overseerr #media-request

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npx skills add https://github.com/jmagar/claude-homelab --skill overseerr

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Skill: overseerr
Source: https://github.com/jmagar/claude-homelab/tree/main/skills/overseerr
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/jmagar/claude-homelab --skill overseerr

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Overseerr is a centralized tool for managing media requests; this skill provides programmatic access to Overseerr to search, request, and monitor media.

Core Features & Use Cases

Search for movies and TV shows via the Overseerr API
Submit media requests (movies, TV shows, seasons, 4K) and monitor status
Poll and report request progress to support workflows or AI interactions

Quick Start

Run the provided Node.js scripts in skills/overseerr/scripts to search, request, and monitor Overseerr media.

Frequently Asked Questions about overseerr

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I automate media requests to Overseerr using an API?▼

You can automate media requests to Overseerr by running Node.js scripts that interact with the Overseerr API to search titles via TMDB, submit movie or TV requests, and poll for status updates.

Can I submit 4K movie and TV show requests through the Overseerr API?▼

Yes, you can submit 4K movie and TV show requests through the Overseerr API using the provided Node.js scripts, which support submitting requests for entire TV seasons and specific 4K media formats.

What environment setup is needed to run Node.js scripts for Overseerr media management?▼

To run Overseerr media management scripts, you need Node.js installed and environment variables configured in the ~/.claude-homelab/.env file to authenticate and communicate with the Overseerr API.

How do I monitor the status of media requests submitted to Overseerr?▼

You can monitor media request status in Overseerr by using Node.js scripts to poll the Overseerr API, reporting request progress to support automated workflows and AI interactions.

Does this media-request skill support searching for titles via TMDB before submitting an Overseerr request?▼

Yes, the skill supports finding titles via TMDB through the Overseerr API before submitting movie or TV requests, allowing you to search and verify media before making a request.