Error Handling
Possible Errors
Below is a table of common errors that you might encounter while using the TMDb API, along with their descriptions and possible solutions.
Error Code | Error Message | Description & Solution |
---|---|---|
401 | Unauthorized | Your API key is invalid or missing. Ensure you have the correct key. |
403 | Forbidden | You don’t have permission to access this resource. Check your account permissions. |
404 | Not Found | The requested resource doesn’t exist. Verify the endpoint and parameters. |
429 | Too Many Requests | You’ve exceeded the rate limit. Wait and retry after some time. |
500 | Internal Server Error | Something went wrong on the server. Try again later. |
503 | Service Unavailable | The API is temporarily down. Check the TMDb status page for updates. |
If you encounter an issue not listed here, check the TMDb API Documentation for more details or reach out to support.