jellyfin ☆
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Description:
Media system
Type: Cask  |  Latest Version: 10.11.7@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  @jellyfin  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Multimedia
Tags: media-server streaming kodi homebrew entertainment open-source
Install: brew install --cask jellyfin
About:
Jellyfin is an open-source media server and entertainment hub that organizes and streams your personal media collection to any device. It provides a unified interface for movies, TV shows, music, and photos without subscription fees or tracking. The server handles metadata fetching, transcoding, and user management for a self-hosted streaming experience.
Key Features:
  • Cross-platform media streaming and transcoding
  • Automatic metadata fetching and artwork organization
  • Multi-user support with granular permissions
  • Live TV and DVR functionality with compatible hardware
  • Plugin system for extensions and third-party integrations
Use Cases:
  • Self-hosted Netflix alternative for personal media libraries
  • Family media server with individual user profiles and parental controls
Alternatives:
  • Plex – Plex offers polished apps but requires paid subscriptions for remote streaming and premium features
  • Emby – Emby has similar features but includes proprietary elements and requires payment for some functionality
Version History
Detected Version Rev Change Commit
Apr 1, 2026 1:38am 10.11.7 0 VERSION_BUMP 7e28e31f
Jan 19, 2026 4:35am 10.11.6 0 VERSION_BUMP c0e3ba07
Aug 5, 2024 2:37pm 10.9.9 0 VERSION_BUMP fdfccf59
Jun 25, 2024 10:33am 10.9.7 0 VERSION_BUMP 1d632e1c
Dec 2, 2023 3:19pm 10.8.13-1 0 VERSION_BUMP 8a9087be
Nov 29, 2023 11:52am 10.8.13 0 VERSION_BUMP 7e99e348
Nov 5, 2023 3:59pm 10.8.12 0 VERSION_BUMP 036fbb96
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