Movary

Movary is a self-hosted web application used to track, rate, and explore a personal movie watch history. It functions as a central hub for users to maintain a detailed record of films viewed and assign ratings to them. The software is deployed as a server application and can be installed as a Progressive Web App on smartphones for easier access to the movie database on the go.

The application allows for individual use or shared access through built-in user management, making it suitable for households or small groups of friends. It focuses on data ownership, allowing users to control who can see their data and providing the ability to export or delete information at any time. Metadata for movie entries is sourced from providers such as The Movie Database and IMDb and is stored locally on the server to ensure data persistence.

Key features

• Movie watch history and rating management
• Statistics on most watched actors, directors, genres, languages, and years
• Import and export tools for Trakt, Letterboxd, and Netflix
• Automated play tracking via Plex, Jellyfin, Emby, and Kodi
• Activity cross-posting to Mastodon
• Local storage of movie metadata
• Customizable dashboard layouts and date formats
• User management for hosting multiple accounts

Movary is designed for movie enthusiasts who want a private way to analyze their viewing habits through detailed statistics. It integrates with several media server platforms to automate the logging process, which reduces the need for manual entry after every film. The architecture supports a PWA installation for mobile access while maintaining all data on the user's own hardware, ensuring that the watch history remains under the user's direct control.

The system provides a flexible environment where users can decide exactly how their dashboard looks and how dates are formatted. By utilizing a scrobbler, the software bridges the gap between media playback software and a permanent historical archive. This makes it a comprehensive tool for those who maintain large digital libraries and want to quantify their consumption patterns over time.

This software is currently in an experimental state and is intended for users who prioritize self-hosting and data privacy.