Do I need FCP X to use Motion 5?

I am trying to make a video with a moving green screen like the one seen here. I know I can do it using Motion, but do I need FCP X to use Motion? Can I just use Motion 5 to make my video?
I am an not a pro. I just make some home videos for friends and family occasionally. I have a 2009 MacBook Pro and I use iMovie for everything.
Thanks!
Sorry everyone. I just discovered that this question was already asked a couple years ago but I can't find how to delete this this thread.

I replied to your other post.
https://discussions.apple.com/message/25373046#25373046

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