What is a schema.org validator?

A schema.org validator checks whether a website's structured data markup follows schema.org specifications correctly. It verifies JSON-LD, Microdata, and RDFa markup to ensure search engines like Google can read and use the data for rich results.

What is JSON-LD and why does it matter for SEO?

JSON-LD (JavaScript Object Notation for Linked Data) is Google's preferred format for structured data markup. It allows search engines to understand your content's context, enabling rich results like star ratings, FAQs, breadcrumbs, and product details in search results.

What schema types does SchemaScan validate?

SchemaScan validates 10 high-impact schema types: Organization, WebSite with SearchAction, BreadcrumbList, Article/BlogPosting, FAQPage, Product, AggregateRating/Review, Person/Author, HowTo, and JSON-LD syntax validity.

Is SchemaScan free to use?

Yes, SchemaScan is completely free to use with no account or login required. Simply paste any public URL to get an instant schema audit score and structured data report.

How do I fix schema.org errors on my website?

After scanning your URL, SchemaScan identifies missing or broken schema types and provides plain-English fix instructions for each issue. Enter your email address to receive a detailed fix-it report with specific recommendations for your site.

Rich Results

Movie Schema Markup

Generate Movie JSON-LD for Google rich results — director, cast, ratings, and trailer information shown in search.

Rich result type

Movie rich results, Knowledge Panel

Google documentation →

Validate your Movie schema

Enter your URL to check if your Movie markup is correct and eligible for rich results.

Required fields

name

Recommended fields

director
actor
aggregateRating
dateCreated
image
trailer

Common Movie schema errors

✗director missing @type Person
✗actor array missing @type Person for each entry
✗aggregateRating.ratingCount is 0 or missing
✗image not provided or too small

Generate Movie schema

Fill in the fields below to generate valid JSON-LD you can paste directly into your page.

Movie title*

Description

Release year

Director name

Lead actor

Supporting actor

Poster image URL

Average rating (1–10)

Rating count

Genre

Movie schema — frequently asked questions

Can I use Movie schema on a review site?

Yes — Movie schema combined with Review or AggregateRating is commonly used on film review sites. The itemReviewed in Review should reference the Movie entity.

Does Movie schema help with Knowledge Panels?

For well-known films, Movie schema contributes to Google's Knowledge Graph. Combined with IMDB and Wikipedia links in sameAs, it strengthens Knowledge Panel eligibility.

Should streaming platforms use Movie schema?

Yes — streaming platforms should use Movie schema with offers pointing to watch URLs, and set availability to StreamingEventAttendanceMode.

Other schema types

E-commerceProductProduct snippets, Google Shopping ContentArticleTop Stories, Article rich results Rich ResultsFAQPageFAQ dropdowns in SERP BrandingOrganizationKnowledge Panel, logo in search Local SEOLocalBusinessLocal Knowledge Panel, Google Maps NavigationBreadcrumbListBreadcrumb trails in SERP

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