⚠️ ADDON STATUS DISCLAIMER
Current Addon Status: 🟢 WORKING
Last Verified: July 30, 2026
Important Note: Forge is a ‘Debrid-only’ Kodi addon — a fork of the popular FEN Lite AM project. It provides movies, TV series, anime, and other on-demand content.
🔴 Critical Requirements:
- Paid Debrid service REQUIRED — Forge has zero free links. You must have an active subscription to TorBox, Real-Debrid, Premiumize, or AllDebrid.
- External scraper REQUIRED — You must install CoCoScrapers separately for Forge to find any streams.
✅ Working Alternatives (Verified July 2026):
- Umbrella — Currently the most recommended, actively maintained replacement
- POV — Actively maintained and working well
- The Gears — Good alternative option
- Fen Light — Still working for many users
🔒 Privacy Warning: Forge streams from unofficial sources. Your IP address is exposed. A VPN is strongly recommended for privacy and security.
⚖️ Legal Note: Forge aggregates links from the internet and does not host any content itself. Users are responsible for ensuring they access only content that is legally available in their jurisdiction.
What Is Forge Kodi Addon?
Forge is a premium, Debrid-only Kodi video addon that serves as a fork of the now-discontinued FEN Lite AM project. It provides access to Movies, TV Shows, Anime, and other on-demand content through a clean, FEN-style interface.
Who Is It For?
- Kodi users who already have a Debrid subscription (TorBox, Real-Debrid, Premiumize, AllDebrid)
- Former FEN/FEN Lite AM users looking for a replacement
- Users comfortable with slightly advanced setup (external scraper installation required)
- Those who want a lightweight, fast addon with a familiar layout
Key Features at a Glance:
- 🎬 Movies — Extensive movie catalog with multiple sorting options
- 📺 TV Shows — Complete TV series library with episode tracking
- 🎌 Anime — Dedicated anime section
- 👥 People — Browse content by actors, directors, and crew
- 🔍 Discover — Explore new and trending content
- 📋 Random Lists — Curated collections for casual browsing
- ⭐ Favorites — Save your preferred content for quick access
- 🛠️ Tools — Debrid integration, settings, and configuration
- 🔗 Trakt Integration — Sync watch progress, lists, and favorites
📋 “No-Click” Quick-Reference Cheatsheet
For experienced users — skip the reading and install now.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Addon Name | Forge |
| Repository Name | Forge Repository |
| Repository URL | https://silencebob2.github.io/forge-releases/ |
| Repository ZIP | repository.forge.zip |
| Required Scraper | CoCoScrapers (must be installed separately) |
| Debrid Requirement | REQUIRED — TorBox, Real-Debrid, Premiumize, or AllDebrid |
| Kodi Compatibility | Kodi 20 Nexus and 21 Omega |
| Current Status | 🟢 Working (with Debrid + CoCoScrapers) |
| Last Verified | July 30, 2026 |
🟢 Forge Status Report & Testing Log
| Metric | Status |
|---|---|
| Current Addon Version | Latest (Forge Repository) |
| Stream Quality | Up to 1080p / 4K (Debrid-dependent) |
| Free Links Availability | ❌ None — Debrid-only addon |
| Debrid Integration | ✅ TorBox, Real-Debrid, AllDebrid, Premiumize |
| External Scraper Required | ✅ CoCoScrapers (mandatory) |
| Tested Hardware | Fire TV Stick, Android TV, Google TV, Windows PC, Mac |
| VPN Requirement | ⚠️ Highly Recommended — protects privacy and bypasses ISP throttling |
📥 Installation Tutorial: Forge on Kodi
Prerequisite Phase (Part 1): Enable Unknown Sources
Before installing any third-party Kodi addon, you must allow installation from unofficial sources.
- Launch Kodi and click the Settings (gear icon) at the top left.
- Select System.
- In the left sidebar, scroll to Add-ons.
- Click the toggle next to Unknown sources to turn it ON.
- Click Yes to confirm the warning prompt.
🔒 Privacy Tip: Make sure to use a VPN to protect your privacy when using third-party addons.
Execution Phase (Part 2): Install Forge Repository & Addon
Step 1: Add the Repository Source
- Return to the Settings menu and select File Manager.
- Click Add source.
- Click on
<None>. - Enter the repository URL:
https://silencebob2.github.io/forge-releases/. - Click OK.
- Enter a name for the source (e.g.,
forge) and click OK.
Step 2: Install the Repository
- Go back to the Settings menu and select Add-ons.
- Click the Add-on browser (open box icon) at the top left.
- Select Install from zip file.
- Find and select the folder you named earlier (e.g.,
forge). - Click on the repository file:
repository.forge.zip. - Wait for the “Forge Repository Add-on installed” message to appear in the top-right corner.
Step 3: Install Forge Addon
- Still in the Add-ons menu, select Install from repository.
- Find and select Forge Repository.
- Select Video add-ons.
- Find and select Forge.
- Click the Install button.
- Wait a minute or two for the addon to fully install.
Step 4: Launch Forge
- Go back to the Kodi Home Screen.
- Select the Add-ons tab on the left sidebar.
- Find and click Forge to launch the addon.
Cleanup Phase (Part 3): Optional but Recommended
While not strictly necessary, deleting the zip file after installation can free up a small amount of storage:
- Go to Settings → File Manager.
- Navigate to the source folder you created (e.g.,
forge). - Highlight the zip file (
repository.forge.zip), press the context menu button on your remote, and select Delete. - Confirm deletion.
🔧 Post-Installation: Install & Configure CoCoScrapers
⚠️ CRITICAL: Forge WILL NOT WORK without an external scraper like CoCoScrapers. This is a mandatory setup step.
How to Install CoCoScrapers
Install via Repository (Recommended)
- In a browser, search for “CoCoScrapers GitHub releases”.
- Download the latest
repository.cocoscrapers-x.x.x.zipfile. - Transfer the ZIP file to your Kodi device (via USB drive or network share).
- In Kodi, go to Add-ons → Add-on browser → Install from zip file.
- Navigate to and select the
repository.cocoscrapers-x.x.x.zipfile. - Wait for the repository installation to complete.
- Select Install from repository → Cocoscrapers Repository → Program Add-ons.
- Find and install Cocoscrapers Module.
How to Enable CoCoScrapers in Forge
- Open Forge from the Kodi home screen.
- Select Tools from the main menu.
- Click Settings.
- Hover over Sources Accounts on the left menu.
- Enable External Scrapers.
- Click Choose External Scrapers Module.
- Select CoCoScrapers Module (or any other external scraper you may have installed).
🔐 How To Set Up Debrid with Forge
⚠️ IMPORTANT: Forge is a Debrid-only addon. You must have an active Debrid subscription to stream any content.
Step-by-Step Debrid Setup (TorBox Example):
- Open Forge and select the Tools category.
- Click Settings.
- Hover over Sources Accounts on the left menu.
- Enable External Scrapers (if not already enabled).
- Click Choose External Scrapers Module and select CoCoScrapers Module.
- Find your Debrid service (e.g., TorBox) and click Authorize.
- Visit your Debrid service’s dashboard (e.g.,
torbox.app/dashboard). - Locate and copy your API Key from the account settings.
- Return to Kodi and paste your API Key.
- Click OK — you should see a success message.
Note: The process is similar for other Debrid services (Real-Debrid, AllDebrid, Premiumize). Each service provides an API key in your account settings.
🎮 Post-Installation UI/UX Walkthrough
Once you open Forge (with Debrid and CoCoScrapers properly configured), you’ll see a clean, FEN-style interface:
Main Menu Categories
| Category | What You’ll Find |
|---|---|
| Movies | Extensive movie catalog with multiple sorting and filtering options |
| TV Shows | Complete TV series library with episode tracking |
| Anime | Dedicated anime section |
| Mixed | Combines genres into one feed for casual browsing |
| People | Browse content by actors, directors, and crew |
| Discover | Explore new and trending content |
| Random Lists | Curated collections for discovering new content |
| Favorites | Save your preferred content for quick access |
| Tools | Debrid integration, settings, providers, playback options, and more |
| Search | Find any content available within Forge |
Advanced Capabilities
Forge has advanced capabilities, including:
- Directly adding shows to Trakt personal lists
- Full Trakt integration for syncing watch progress
- Support for multiple Debrid services simultaneously
🧰 Troubleshooting: How to Fix Common Forge Errors
❌ “No Streams Available” or no links found
Solution:
- This is the most common issue with Forge.
- Ensure CoCoScrapers is properly installed AND enabled in Forge Settings. This is the #1 cause of this error.
- Verify your Debrid service is properly authorized in Forge Settings.
- Check that your Debrid subscription is active and has not expired.
- Go to
Tools→Settings→Sources Accountsand confirm External Scrapers is enabled. - Try re-authorizing your Debrid service.
📦 “Can’t download from zip file” error during installation
Solution:
- This error has been reported by some users.
- Make sure you are using the latest version of Kodi.
- Try resetting your Kodi app.
- Double-check that the repository URL is entered exactly as: https://silencebob2.github.io/forge-releases/
- Check your internet connection.
- If the issue persists, the developer’s server may be temporarily down — try again later.
🔄 Addon crashes or won’t open
Solution:
- Clear Kodi cache:
Settings→System→Add-ons→Manage dependencies→ find and clear cache. - Check that you’re using a compatible Kodi version (20 Nexus or 21 Omega).
- Older Kodi versions may experience errors.
- Reinstall the addon completely.
⚙️ CoCoScrapers not showing in Forge Settings
Solution:
- Ensure CoCoScrapers is properly installed as a Program Add-on.
- In Forge, go to
Tools→Settings→Sources Accounts. - Enable External Scrapers.
- Click
Choose External Scrapers Moduleand selectCoCoScrapers Module. - If it still doesn’t appear, restart Kodi and try again.
🔴 Debrid authorization fails
Solution:
- Double-check that you’ve copied the correct API Key from your Debrid service dashboard.
- Ensure your Debrid subscription is active and paid.
- Try re-authorizing: go to
Tools→Settings→Sources Accounts→ find your Debrid service → click(Re)Authorize. - Some users report that TorBox and Premiumize are currently more reliable than Real-Debrid.
- Check the Best Debrid Services List for 2026 for updated recommendations.
📺 Playback fails or buffers excessively
Solution:
- Check your internet connection (requires 5+ Mbps for HD).
- Try a different stream source within the addon.
- Your Debrid service may be experiencing issues — try an alternative Debrid provider.
- Use a VPN to bypass ISP throttling.
- Restart Kodi and try again.
🔄 Working Alternatives to Forge (2026)
If Forge doesn’t work for you or you want other options:
| Addon | Best For | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Umbrella | Movies & TV Shows | 🟢 Highly recommended, fastest and most stable |
| POV | Movies & TV Shows | 🟢 Working well |
| The Gears | All-around streaming | 🟢 Working |
| Fen Light | Movies & TV Shows | 🟢 Still working for many users |
| Dex Hub | Modern Stremio-style UI | 🟢 Newer option with multi-provider aggregation |
⚠️ Safety & Legal Considerations
Is Forge Legal?
- Forge itself is a tool that searches for and aggregates links from the internet.
- It does not host any content directly.
- The legality of accessing content through such addons depends on your jurisdiction and the specific content accessed.
- Users are responsible for ensuring they only access content they have rights to view.
Is Forge Safe?
- VirusTotal scans of the Forge repository show no malicious or suspicious files.
- However, the developers are unverified — always use caution.
- Strongly recommended: Use a VPN to protect your privacy and hide your IP address when using any third-party Kodi addon.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Is Forge still working in 2026?
Yes — with conditions. Forge is working as of July 2026. However, it requires:
- A paid Debrid service (TorBox, Real-Debrid, Premiumize, or AllDebrid)
- CoCoScrapers installed and enabled as an external scraper
Do I need Real-Debrid for Forge?
Yes — absolutely. Forge is a Debrid-only addon with zero free links. You must have an active subscription to TorBox, Real-Debrid, Premiumize, or AllDebrid.
What is CoCoScrapers and why do I need it?
CoCoScrapers is an external scraper module that Forge relies on to find streaming links. Without it, Forge cannot find any streams. It must be installed separately and enabled in Forge Settings.
What Kodi version is compatible with Forge?
Forge is compatible with Kodi 20 Nexus and Kodi 21 Omega. Older Kodi versions may experience errors.
Is Forge a replacement for FEN?
Yes. Forge is a fork of FEN Lite AM, making it a direct replacement for users who lost development on the FLAM project earlier this year.
What’s the best alternative to Forge?
Umbrella is currently the most recommended alternative — it’s described as the “fastest, most stable, and most dependable third-party video plugin” in 2026.
Is Forge safe to use?
VirusTotal scans show no malicious files in the Forge repository, but the developers are unverified. Always use a VPN to protect your privacy when using any third-party Kodi addon.
How do I update Forge?
Steps:
- Open Kodi and go to Add-ons.
- Find Forge in your video addons list.
- Press the context menu button (on Firestick, it’s the menu button with three lines).
- Select Information.
- Click Update if an update is available.
- If no update appears, check if the repository is still active.
Which Debrid service should I use with Forge?
TorBox and Premiumize are currently recommended as more reliable options. Real-Debrid has faced some challenges with the EU Digital Services Act.
✅ Conclusion
Forge is a solid, Debrid-only Kodi addon that serves as a direct replacement for the now-discontinued FEN Lite AM project. It offers a clean, familiar interface with Movies, TV Shows, Anime, People, and Discover sections.
Key Takeaways:
- 🔴 Debrid is MANDATORY — Forge has zero free links
- 🔧 CoCoScrapers is MANDATORY — Must be installed and enabled separately
- 🔒 Always use a VPN for privacy and security
- 🔄 Consider alternatives like Umbrella if Forge doesn’t meet your needs
- 📥 Installation is straightforward using the official repository
- ⚠️ This is the third FLAM fork in 2026, so long-term reliability depends on which developer sticks with it
If you’re a former FEN/FEN Lite AM user or already have a Debrid subscription, Forge is an excellent choice. If you’re new to Kodi or don’t have a Debrid service, Umbrella is currently the most recommended alternative that offers a similar experience.
Stream smart, stay safe, and happy watching!
