Radarr Movie Manager Setup on Unraid

Introduction

In this tutorial, you will learn how to set up Radarr, a powerful movie collection management tool, on Unraid. Radarr is designed for Usenet and BitTorrent users, allowing you to automate the process of downloading, sorting, and renaming movies. By following this guide, you'll have Radarr configured and ready for use on your Unraid server.

Step 1: Access Unraid Web Interface

• Open a web browser and navigate to your Unraid server's IP address.
• Log in using your admin credentials to access the main dashboard.

Step 2: Install Radarr

• Go to the "Apps" tab in the Unraid interface.
• Use the search bar to find "Radarr."
• Click on the Radarr icon and select "Install."

Configure the installation settings

• Set the "Name" to "Radarr."
• Choose a network type (usually "Bridge").
• For "Repository," leave the default unless you need a specific version.
• Click on "Apply" to begin the installation process.

Step 3: Configure Radarr Settings

• After installation, go back to the "Main" tab and find Radarr in your Docker containers.
• Click on the Radarr icon to open the web interface.

Set up the following key options

• Media Management: Adjust settings for renaming and organizing movie files.
• Download Client: Integrate your preferred download clients (e.g., qBittorrent, NZBGet) to automate downloads.
• Indexers: Add indexers to search for movie files. Popular choices include Jackett and Prowlarr.

Practical Tips

• Ensure that you have a VPN enabled if you're using BitTorrent to maintain privacy.
• Check that your download client is configured correctly to work with Radarr.

Step 4: Adding Movies

• In the Radarr interface, navigate to the "Movies" tab.
• Click on "Add Movie" to begin.
• You can search for movies by title or browse your library.

Select the desired movie and configure

• Quality Profile: Choose the quality settings for downloads (e.g., 1080p, 4K).
• Folder: Specify where the movie will be stored on your server.
• Click "Add Movie" to finalize.

Step 5: Monitor and Manage Downloads

• Radarr will regularly check for new releases based on your settings.
• You can view the download status in the "Activity" tab.
• Make adjustments as necessary to any settings or indexers if movies aren't being found.

Conclusion

You have successfully set up Radarr on Unraid! With this setup, you can easily manage your movie collection and automate downloads. To further enhance your media experience, consider optimizing your Unraid Plex Media setup with additional tools like Cleanarr. Make sure to keep your Radarr and related applications updated for optimal performance. Happy movie watching!