Runway

Makes and edits short videos from a prompt or a still.

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Pricing

A free plan includes a starter batch of credits. Paid plans add more.

Overview

Runway is a browser studio for AI video. You write a prompt or start from a still, then generate a short clip. You can also edit a clip you already have — lighting, motion, or a new camera move.

Key features

  • Make a short clip from text or a still
  • Direct motion on a region of the frame
  • Edit an existing clip without starting over
  • An API for image-to-video and text-to-video

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Last updated 2026-09-08