Contributor is listed for plot summary but not synopsis

@Michelle But why is that, I think that's the question of the OP. Why is there no by-line for plot synopsis? I believe it is because IMDb feels those are often collaborations between several people, given the length of a synopsis, but I'm not sure.

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Why not add Top Reviews Writers ??

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Hi @Marco -

Yes, that is correct, unlike a Plot Outline and Plot Summary, a Plot Synopsis should be a detailed description of the entire plot (including spoilers), so users who haven't seen a movie or missed an episode of a TV series can read everything about the title. 

As the purpose of this feature is to include exclusive details of the story of the film/show,  it is beneficial for multiple contributors to contribute to this section and including a 'by line' would not be relevant in this case.

In the meantime, I have modified this thread to an "Idea" post for staff visibility in the event that others feel a 'by line' would be useful, other community members can then vote on this request.

Cheers!

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The previous, wiki-style version of the synopsis feature did include credit for contributors, so I don't see why it wouldn't be relevant now.

 

As the purpose of this feature is to include exclusive details of the story of the film/show,  it is beneficial for multiple contributors to contribute to this section and including a 'by line' would not be relevant in this case.

Thanks Michelle, that's what I thought.