How to Embed IMDb Content on Your Shopify Store with EmbedAny
Are you running a movie merchandise shop or entertainment blog on Shopify and want to showcase IMDb content directly on your store? This guide shows you how to effortlessly embed IMDb movie listings, trailers, reviews, and ratings on your Shopify store using EmbedAny.
Why Embed IMDb Content on Your Shopify Store?
Adding IMDb content to your Shopify store can:
- Show movie details alongside related merchandise
- Display reviews and ratings to build customer confidence
- Embed trailers to engage visitors and increase time on site
- Create a more comprehensive shopping experience for film enthusiasts
Step 1: Install EmbedAny on Your Shopify Store
Before you can start embedding IMDb content, you’ll need to install the EmbedAny app:
- Visit EmbedAny on the Shopify App Store
- Click “Add app” to install it on your store
- Follow the setup instructions to activate the app
Step 2: Find the IMDb Content You Want to Embed
- Visit IMDb.com
- Search for the movie, TV show, actor page, or review you want to embed
- Copy the full URL from your browser’s address bar
For example:
- Movie page:
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0468569/
(The Dark Knight) - TV show:
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0944947/
(Game of Thrones) - Actor profile:
https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000288/
(Christian Bale)
Step 3: Embed the IMDb Content on Your Shopify Store
- Go to the page or product where you want to add the IMDb content
- In the description editor, paste the IMDb URL
- Important step: Make the link italic by selecting it and clicking the italic button (or using Ctrl+I / Cmd+I)
- Save your changes
That’s it! EmbedAny will automatically transform your italic IMDb link into an interactive embed showing the movie details, ratings, cast information, or trailer.
Where to Use IMDb Embeds in Your Shopify Store
IMDb embeds work brilliantly in several places:
- Product descriptions for film merchandise
- Blog posts about upcoming films
- Collection pages featuring movie-themed products
- Custom pages dedicated to specific genres or franchises
Troubleshooting Tips
If your IMDb embed isn’t displaying correctly:
- Make sure you’ve properly italicised the link
- Verify that EmbedAny is activated on your store
- Ensure you’re using the main IMDb URL, not a specific section of the page
With EmbedAny, you can transform your Shopify store into an engaging hub for film enthusiasts by seamlessly incorporating IMDb content alongside your products – all without writing a single line of code.