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This workflow follows the Emailsend → Form Trigger recipe pattern — see all workflows that pair these two integrations.
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"name": "On form submission",
"type": "n8n-nodes-base.formTrigger",
"position": [
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"parameters": {
"options": {},
"formTitle": "IMDB video downloader ",
"formFields": {
"values": [
{
"fieldLabel": "URL",
"requiredField": true
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"formDescription": "IMDB video downloader "
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"name": "Google Drive Set Permission",
"type": "n8n-nodes-base.googleDrive",
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"parameters": {
"fileId": {
"__rl": true,
"mode": "id",
"value": "={{ $json.id }}"
},
"options": {},
"resource": "file",
"operation": "share",
"permissionsUi": {},
"authentication": "oAuth2"
},
"credentials": {
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"name": "<your credential>"
}
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"id": "1d18f990-5fd1-48b9-8aea-fb7ef50c27f8",
"name": "Fetch IMDB Video Info from API",
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"onError": "continueRegularOutput",
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"parameters": {
"url": "https://imdb-downloader.p.rapidapi.com/imdb.php",
"method": "POST",
"options": {
"response": {
"response": {
"fullResponse": true
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"sendBody": true,
"contentType": "multipart-form-data",
"sendHeaders": true,
"bodyParameters": {
"parameters": [
{
"name": "url",
"value": "={{ $json.URL }}"
}
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"headerParameters": {
"parameters": [
{
"name": "x-rapidapi-host",
"value": "imdb-downloader.p.rapidapi.com"
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{
"name": "x-rapidapi-key",
"value": "your key"
}
]
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"typeVersion": 4.2
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"name": "Check API Response Status",
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"leftValue": "={{ $json.statusCode }}",
"rightValue": 200
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"id": "a5408f73-d314-421c-876f-51f40f691256",
"name": "Download Video File",
"type": "n8n-nodes-base.httpRequest",
"position": [
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"parameters": {
"url": "={{ $json.body.medias[0].url }}",
"options": {}
},
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"id": "666bdabf-0963-4c68-b075-c3d5e3c747f1",
"name": "Upload Video to Google Drive",
"type": "n8n-nodes-base.googleDrive",
"position": [
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"parameters": {
"driveId": {
"__rl": true,
"mode": "list",
"value": "My Drive"
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"options": {},
"folderId": {
"__rl": true,
"mode": "list",
"value": "root",
"cachedResultName": "/ (Root folder)"
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"credentials": {
"googleDriveOAuth2Api": {
"name": "<your credential>"
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"name": "Failure Notification Email",
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"parameters": {
"html": "Hello,\n\nWe regret to inform you that your IMDB video download request could not be completed successfully.\n\nThere might have been an issue with the URL provided or a problem with the video processing service.\n\nPlease double-check the IMDB URL and try again. If the problem persists, feel free to contact our support team for assistance.\n\nWe apologize for the inconvenience caused.\n",
"options": {},
"subject": "IMDB Video Download Failed",
"toEmail": "user@example.com",
"fromEmail": "user@example.com"
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"credentials": {
"smtp": {
"name": "<your credential>"
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"typeVersion": 2.1
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"name": "Success Notification Email with Drive Link",
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"parameters": {
"html": "=Hello,\n\nYour requested IMDB video has been successfully downloaded and uploaded to Google Drive. It is now ready for you to access.\n\nYou can download or view the video directly from your Google Drive using the shared link below:\n {{ $('Upload Video to Google Drive').item.json.webContentLink }}\n",
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"subject": "Your IMDB Video is Ready and Shared via Google Drive",
"toEmail": "user@example.com",
"fromEmail": "user@example.com"
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"smtp": {
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"name": "Sticky Note",
"type": "n8n-nodes-base.stickyNote",
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"parameters": {
"height": 336,
"content": "Triggers the workflow when a user submits the IMDB video URL through a form. It captures the URL as input for further processing."
},
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"name": "Sticky Note1",
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"parameters": {
"width": 224,
"height": 352,
"content": "Sends the submitted URL to the IMDB downloader API via a POST request to retrieve video metadata and download links. Handles API authentication with RapidAPI keys."
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"parameters": {
"height": 352,
"content": "Checks if the API call was successful by verifying the response status code equals 200. Routes workflow based on success or failure of the API request.\n\nDownload Video File"
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"content": "Downloads the actual video file (MP4) from the URL provided by the API response. This node fetches the media content for later upload."
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"parameters": {
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"content": "Uploads the downloaded video file to a specified Google Drive folder (root drive in this case). Uses OAuth2 credentials to authenticate with Google Drive."
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"parameters": {
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"content": "Sets sharing permissions on the uploaded file to make it accessible via a shareable link. Enables the recipient to view or download the file."
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"name": "Sticky Note6",
"type": "n8n-nodes-base.stickyNote",
"position": [
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"parameters": {
"height": 256,
"content": "Sends an email to the user with a notification that their video is ready and includes the Google Drive link to access the video."
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"name": "Sticky Note7",
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"parameters": {
"height": 256,
"content": "Adds a wait/delay period before sending a failure notification. This can allow time for any asynchronous processes or retries."
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"name": "Sticky Note8",
"type": "n8n-nodes-base.stickyNote",
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"parameters": {
"height": 288,
"content": "Sends an email informing the user that their video download failed, possibly due to an invalid URL or API issue, and suggests retrying or contacting support."
},
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"content": "\n## **Automated IMDB Video Downloader Workflow with Google Drive Integration and Email Notifications**\n\n**Summary:**\nThis automated workflow allows users to submit an IMDB video URL via a form, fetches the video download link using a reliable API, downloads the video, and uploads it to Google Drive. The user then receives an email notification with a shareable Google Drive link if the process is successful, or a failure notification email if any issues occur. This seamless integration ensures quick video access and smooth user communication.\n\n## Benefits\n- **Automates video downloading** from IMDB URLs, saving manual effort. \n- **Seamless Google Drive upload** with automatic sharing permissions. \n- **Instant email notifications** keep users informed about success or failure. \n- **Error handling** ensures users get feedback if downloads fail. \n- **Easy form submission** for quick and user-friendly requests.\n\n## Use Cases\n- Content creators downloading trailers or clips for review. \n- Marketing teams needing quick access to IMDB videos for campaigns. \n- Educational purposes, where instructors share film excerpts. \n- Social media managers preparing video content efficiently. \n- Any user wanting hassle-free IMDB video downloads with cloud storage.\n\n"
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}
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About this workflow
Automated IMDB Video Downloader: Download, Upload to Google Drive & Notify via Email
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