davinci-resolve-mcp
Active·★ 1.1k·MIT·Updated 2026-05-29
★ Hidden Gem★ Workflow Automation
MCP server integration for DaVinci Resolve
This project is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that offers complete coverage of the DaVinci Resolve Scripting API. It enables AI assistants like Claude and Cursor to control all aspects of a post-production workflow using natural language commands.
#DaVinci Resolve#Scripting API#AI Assistant#Model Context Protocol#Video Editing#Post-Production#Python#Workflow Automation
01
Features
01Complete coverage of the DaVinci Resolve Scripting API (324/324 methods).
02Offers both a 26-tool compound server for efficiency and a 342-tool granular server for power users.
03Universal installer supports macOS, Windows, Linux, and auto-configures 9 MCP clients.
04Dedicated timeline_item actions including retime, transform, crop, composite, audio, and keyframes with validation.
05Features lazy connection to DaVinci Resolve, ensuring the server starts instantly and connects only when needed.
02
Compatibility
DaVinci Resolve
Software
Verified via docs
Python
Runtime
Verified via docs
MacOS
OS
Verified via docs
Windows
OS
Verified via docs
Linux
OS
Verified via docs
Claude
AI Client
Verified via docs
03
Quick start
1
$ git clone https://github.com/samuelgursky/davinci-resolve-mcp.git
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$ cd davinci-resolve-mcp
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$ python install.py
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Use cases
↳Control DaVinci Resolve post-production workflows through natural language using AI assistants.
↳Automate project management tasks such as creating, loading, and saving projects.
↳Streamline timeline operations, including creating timelines, adding clips, and setting markers.
↳Automate rendering and export processes for various formats like ProRes or EDL.
↳Perform advanced editing actions like creating Fusion compositions or grabbing stills.
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- RReese WilsonMay 21, 2026
Natural language control of DaVinci Resolve operations saves time on repetitive editing tasks.
- RRemy GarciaMay 13, 2026
The MCP integration is clean. Resolve's API surface is complex, this abstracts it well.
- SShawn GarciaMay 13, 2026
Used for automating color grading and cut operations via Claude. Solid for batch processing.
- EEmerson GarciaMar 31, 2026
DaVinci Resolve via MCP opens up AI-assisted video editing workflows that weren't possible before.