Free MLA Video Citation Generator
Generate accurate MLA citations for YouTube videos, documentaries, TED Talks, and online media. Paste a video URL for instant Works Cited entries.
MLA Video Citation Format
YouTube Format:
Creator. "Video Title." YouTube, Day Month Year, URL.
Documentary Format:
Title. Directed by Director Name, Production Company, Year.
MLA Video Citation Examples
YouTube Video
In-text: (Smith)
TED Talk
In-text: (Brown)
Documentary
In-text: (Social Dilemma)
Online Lecture
In-text: (Johnson)
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I cite a YouTube video in MLA format?
Include the creator's name (channel or username), video title in quotes, "YouTube," upload date, and URL. Example: Smith, John. "Video Title." YouTube, 15 Jan. 2024, www.youtube.com/watch?v=xxxxx.
What if the YouTube creator uses a username instead of their real name?
Use the username or channel name exactly as it appears. You can also include the real name in brackets if known: Smith, John [TechGuru]. "Video Title."
How do I cite a TED Talk in MLA?
Include speaker name, talk title in quotes, "TED," month and year, and URL. Example: Brown, Brené. "The Power of Vulnerability." TED, June 2010, www.ted.com/talks/...
Do I need a timestamp for video citations?
Timestamps are optional but helpful for long videos. Include in the in-text citation: (Smith 2:45-3:10). In Works Cited, you can note the relevant timestamp.
How do I cite a documentary in MLA?
Include the title in italics, director, production company, year, and format. Example: The Social Dilemma. Directed by Jeff Orlowski, Netflix, 2020.
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