manim-mcp-server

MCP server for generating Manim animations on demand.

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Manim MCP Server allows users to execute Manim Python scripts via a standardized protocol, generating animation videos that are returned as output. It integrates with systems like Claude to dynamically render animation content from user scripts and supports configurable deployment using environment variables. The server handles management of output files and cleanup of temporary resources, designed with portability and ease of integration in mind.

Key Features

Executes Manim Python animation scripts remotely

Returns rendered animation videos as output

Supports cleanup of temporary files after execution

Allows configuration via environment variables

Portable architecture compatible with various environments

Seamless integration with Claude for dynamic rendering

Handles visible media output management

Can be launched as a standalone server for script execution

Supports automated animation workflows

Built with extendibility for future protocol updates

Use Cases

Automated generation of educational or explanatory videos from code snippets

Integration with AI assistants like Claude to render custom animations for users

Batch rendering of scripted animations for content creators

Providing animation services to web or desktop applications via standardized protocol

Facilitating remote execution of Manim animations in CI/CD pipelines

Enabling collaborative animation creation workflows with shared server backend

Prototyping and development of interactive visualizations on demand

Supporting teachers and educators with dynamic video content generation

Offering animation-as-a-service for online learning platforms

Remote execution and preview of Manim scripts without local setup

README

Manim MCP Server

Overview

This is an MCP (Model Context Protocol) server that executes Manim animation code and returns the generated video. It allows users to send Manim scripts and receive the rendered animation.

Features

Executes Manim Python scripts.
Saves animation output in a visible media folder.
Allows users to clean up temporary files after execution.
Portable and configurable via environment variables.

Installation

Prerequisites

Ensure you have the following installed:

Python 3.8+
Manim (Community Version)
MCP

Install Manim

pip install manim

Install MCP

pip install mcp

Clone the Repository

git clone https://github.com/abhiemj/manim-mcp-server.git
cd manim-mcp-server

Integration with Claude

To integrate the Manim MCP server with Claude, add the following to your claude_desktop_config.json file:

json

{
  "mcpServers": {
     "manim-server": {
      "command": "/absolute/path/to/python",
      "args": [
        "/absolute/path/to/manim-mcp-server/src/manim_server.py"
      ],
      "env": {
        "MANIM_EXECUTABLE": "/Users/[Your_username]/anaconda3/envs/manim2/Scripts/manim.exe"
      }
    }
  }
}

Finding Your Python Path

To find your Python executable path, use the following command:

Windows (PowerShell):

(Get-Command python).Source

Windows (Command Prompt/Terminal):

where python

Linux/macOS (Terminal):

which python

This ensures that Claude can communicate with the Manim MCP server to generate animations dynamically.

Contributing

Fork the repository.
Create a new branch:
sh
```
git checkout -b add-feature
```
Make changes and commit:
sh
```
git commit -m "Added a new feature"
```
Push to your fork:
sh
```
git push origin add-feature
```
Open a pull request.

License

This MCP server is licensed under the MIT License. This means you are free to use, modify, and distribute the software, subject to the terms and conditions of the MIT License. For more details, please see the LICENSE file in the project repository.

Author

Created by abhiemj. Contributions welcome! 🚀

Listed in Awesome MCP Servers

This repository is featured in the Awesome MCP Servers repository under the Animation & Video category. Check it out along with other great MCP server implementations!

Acknowledgments

Thanks to the Manim Community for their amazing animation library.
Inspired by the open-source MCP ecosystem.

Find me at

@aiburner_official

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abhiemj

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Repository Details

Language Python

Default Branch main

Size 358 KB

Contributors 1

License MIT License

MCP Verified Sep 2, 2025

Programming Languages

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