# Castor: Movie Database — An app for movie nerds.

> Movie database for discovering, tracking, and getting updates on films and talent. (iPhone/iPad app by Richard Myers.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/castor-movie-database/id6448584969 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Richard Myers](https://appshunter.io/developer/988756992)
- Category: Entertainment, Reference
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.44/5 from 9 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 16.0 · 17 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2023-05-07
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: freemium
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/castor-movie-database/id6448584969/reviews.md

## What is Castor?

Castor is the best app to search for, discover, and follow movies, actors, and directors, learn everything about them, and receive notifications when updates happen.

For Movies:
- Search the database for both released and unreleased movies.
- Get all the details about a movie: release dates, genres, MPAA ratings, run time, language, and more. 
- View official trailers right in-app. 
- Find a movie to watch at home: Where to Watch shows you where you can rent, stream, or buy a movie. 
- Follow movies to get updates on release dates, new posters, new trailers, and when cast and crew are attached to a movie. 
- Pick Your Poster lets you view all the posters for a movie and select a different poster for movies you follow (Cast Members only).
- Share movies you're watching or excited to watch in your Instagram stories. 

For People:
- Search for people (cast & crew) and see what upcoming and released movies they are attached to. 
- Follow movies to get updates on new movies the are attached to. 

And more:
- Share movies and people with your friends. 
- Discover upcoming movies and movies in theaters now. 

Cast Membership:
- Cast Membership is a monthly subscription that enables exclusive features:
- Region Awareness lets you view a movie's details for a different region: perfect for connecting with friends in other regions or travel (Cast Members only).
- Pick Your Poster lets you see all of a movie's alternate posters (and pick a new one to set for movies you follow)
- Optionally receive notifications for movies you follow for new posters and on the day a movie is released
- Sync your follows with iCloud

Privacy Policy: https://castor.movie/privacy
Terms of Use: https://castor.movie/terms

## Key features

- Search movie database
- View movie details and trailers
- Find where to watch movies
- Follow movies for updates
- Discover upcoming and current movies
- Search for actors and directors
- Share movie interests

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Cast Member (monthly) | $4.99 | per month |


## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/castor-movie-database/id6448584969/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Film buffs and movie experts rejoice!

*2023-08-08*

Castor is THE essential companion app for anyone who loves movies. Castor is fast and has a simple yet powerful and intuitive design. No more looking at ugly IMDB or Google ads when I need to look something up about the movie I’m watching. I love Castor!

## Frequently asked questions about Castor

### What is Castor?

Castor is a movie database app that allows users to search for, discover, and follow movies, actors, and directors. It provides details, trailers, and information on where to watch films.

### What information does Castor provide about movies?

Castor offers details such as release dates, genres, MPAA ratings, run time, language, and official trailers. It also indicates where you can rent, stream, or buy a movie.

### Can I get updates on movies with Castor?

Yes, you can follow movies to receive notifications for updates on release dates, new posters, new trailers, and when cast and crew are attached.

### What are the benefits of Cast Membership?

Cast Membership is a monthly subscription that unlocks features like Region Awareness for viewing movie details in different regions, viewing all alternate posters, and syncing follows with iCloud.

### How much does Cast Membership cost?

Cast Membership is available as a monthly subscription for $4.99 per month.

### What devices does Castor support?

Currently, Castor supports iPhones.

### How often is Castor updated?

The app was last updated on October 7, 2023, with version 1.11.

### What is the age rating for Castor?

Castor has an age rating of 4+.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.11 — 2023-10-07

iCloud syncing for all of your followed movies and people is now free for all users - no Cast Membership required!

Other improvements and fixes:
- Added nominations and awards for movies in the movie view
- Fixed issue with Share to Instagram button being un-tappable on larger sized phones
- Fixed issue with filtering in home view

### 1.10 — 2023-09-14

- Share movies in your Instagram stories. 
- Receive notifications for new trailers for movies you follow. 
- Filter movies you follow by released or upcoming. 
- Several UI fixes for larger size screens.
- Many UI updates, bug fixes, and performance improvements.

### 1.9 — 2023-09-02

- Pick Your Poster lets you see all of a movie's alternate posters (and pick a new one to set for movies you follow)
- Optional notifications for new posters (Cast Members only)
- Unified search experience - search for cast, crew, and movies from the same place
- Much more - UI/UX updates, bug fixes, and performance improvements

### 1.8 — 2023-08-22

1.8 brings the ability to receive notifications on the day a movie you follow is released and to view upcoming movies that are soon to be released.

### 1.7 — 2023-08-08

Introducing Cast Members!

Cast Membership is a monthly subscription for premium features. 

- Region Awareness: set your region manually to see certifications, release dates, now playing, and Where to Watch in a region other than what your device is set to
- Sync your follows (movies & people) over iCloud
- Much more coming soon!

Other updates for this version:

- "Follow" movies and people: never lose track of new movie updates and people again. 
- Many UI/UX updates, bug fixes, and performance improvements

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