How to Cite a Video in MLA 9th Edition

General Format

MLA 9 format for a video: **Online video:** Author/Uploader. "Title of Video." *Platform*, uploaded by Uploader (if different from author), Day Month Year, URL. **Film:** *Title of Film*. Directed by First Last, performances by First Last, Production Company, Year. Note: In MLA, films typically begin with the title unless you are focusing on a specific contributor.

Worked Example

YouTube video: "How to Cite Sources in MLA Format." *YouTube*, uploaded by Scribbr, 3 Mar. 2021, www.youtube.com/watch?v=xxxxx. Film: *Parasite*. Directed by Bong Joon-ho, performances by Song Kang-ho and Lee Sun-kyun, Barunson E&A, 2019. Film (focus on director): Bong, Joon-ho, director. *Parasite*. Barunson E&A, 2019.

Common Mistakes

1. **Starting a film citation with the director** -- In MLA, films typically start with the title unless you are specifically discussing the director's work. 2. **Omitting the upload date** -- For online videos, always include the date the video was uploaded. 3. **Confusing the uploader with the creator** -- If the person who uploaded the video is not the creator, specify both: "uploaded by" for the channel, credit the creator separately.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I cite a scene from a film in MLA?

Cite the full film. In your text, describe the specific scene by timestamp or context (e.g., "In the opening scene of *Parasite*...").

Do I need the URL for a film on a streaming service?

If you watched it on a streaming service, include the service name as the version/container. The URL is optional but recommended.

How do I cite a YouTube playlist?

Cite individual videos from the playlist, not the playlist itself. Each video is its own source.