How do I install the cast mcp server?

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Cast MCP Server

MCP server for Google Cast — discover devices, play media, control volume, launch apps, and manage queues over stdio

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What is the Cast MCP Server?

MCP server for Google Cast — discover devices, play media, control volume, launch apps, and manage queues over stdio

What it actually does

MCP server for Google Cast — discover devices on your local network via mDNS, play media, control volume, launch apps, and manage queues, all over stdio. No environment variables or API keys required; the server connects directly to Cast receivers using the castv2 protocol.

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Maintainer setup documentation.

Recorded tools

Check the linked publisher documentation and your connected client's tool list. Names and availability can vary with the server version and account permissions.

Tool	What it does
Domain	Tools
Discovery	discover_devices
Media	play_media, pause, resume, stop, seek, get_media_status
Queue	load_queue, queue_next, queue_prev
Apps	get_status, launch_app, stop_app
Volume	get_volume, set_volume, mute, unmute

How to install the Cast MCP Server

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "cast": {
      "type": "stdio",
      "command": "bunx",
      "args": [
        "@daanrongen/cast-mcp"
      ]
    }
  }
}

From the project documentation. Replace placeholders and example paths before connecting.

Example prompts to try

“Use Cast MCP to Domain.”
“Use Cast MCP to Discovery.”
“Use Cast MCP to Media.”

Frequently asked questions

MCP server for Google Cast — discover devices, play media, control volume, launch apps, and manage queues over stdio Confirm the tools offered by your installed version in the connected client. Tool availability and permissions depend on the server and account configuration.