Free Screenplay Writing Software
Your screenplay starts here
StudioBinder’s free screenplay writing software allows you to write, share and collaborate on industry-standard scripts.
Explore Write
Explore all the features in the Write solution
Docs
Draft documents
Story Outline
Story index cards
Path to Production
Development to production in a snap
StudioBinder’s free screenplay writing software syncs your script to our pre-product suite of products. From script breakdowns to shooting schedules to storyboards and call sheets, we've got your entire production process covered.
Screenplay Format Software
Write in professional formatting
Our free screenplay software auto-formats margins, styling and elements to match industry-standard formatting. StudioBinder's free screenplay writing software also features auto-saving and auto-completing words for total efficiency when writing.
Script Outline
Brainstorm and plot story in one place
StudioBinder’s free script writing software makes outlining a screenplay even easier. The script outline is right next to your screenplay and features rich formatting, bullets, checkboxes and more. Whether you're making a short film, feature film or web series, this supports any script format.
Script Imports
Import any screenplay
Easily import your screenplay from Final Draft, Celtx, Fountain, Word, Text or PDF scripts. Simply drag and drop and StudioBinder’s free movie script writing software will retain the format so you can switch platforms without skipping a beat.
Script Versioning
Track every script version
StudioBinder’s film script writing software provides unlimited script versions and features WGA-standard color coding for each version. Each script version is safely and securely stored and can be referenced at any point.
Script Collaboration
Collab with writing partners
StudioBinder’s free screenplay writing software for Mac and PC operating systems makes it easy to share scripts with collaborators. You can receive script notes and resolve them all in one place.
Script Syncing
Start pre-production
When you have a final draft of your screenplay, simply sync it to your project and begin the pre-production process. Create script breakdowns, shooting schedules, call sheets, storyboards, shot lists and much more, all from StudioBinder's screenplay writing software.
Explore Features
More screenwriting features
Import Scripts
Import existing scripts from Final Draft, Fountain, PDF, etc.
Title Page
Generate a title page for your script that exports with PDFs.
Autosave Settings
Adjust auto-save settings, from 20 sec to 10 min.
Script Outline
A scratchpad for all your ideas, inspirations, and reminders.
Scene Numbering
Choose between digits, letters, or custom scene numbers.
Revision History
View and restore auto-saved changes from the past.
Lock Screenplay
Lock your script to prep it for the remaining pre-production steps.
Generate PDF
Export PDFs with customizations like layout, color, scenes, etc.
Export SBX
Export a .SBX file to import into other StudioBinder accounts.
Header & Footer
Include a custom header and/or footer with your script PDF.
Watermarks
Add watermarks to your exported script PDF for extra security.
Renumber Scenes
For a clean slate after locking a script, reset scene numbers.
Screenplay Example
Take a deeper look
Explore StudioBinder's free screenplay writing software with industry-standard formatting.
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Screenplay Writing FAQs
Screenplay writing basics explained
Many AI tools can help you write a screenplay, whether it be to brainstorm the basic outline or flesh out specific characters. They can also write a script but you'll need to copy/paste it into an actual screenwriting program at some point to refine it and to make sure the formatting is correct.
No, Google Docs doesn't have screenwriting software. You might be able to find a template or guide online to use while working in the standard Google Docs program.
A lot of the free screenwriting software out there gives you the basic functionality, mainly the ability to write with industry-standard formatting. But that's about it. Programs like StudioBinder go beyond that with outlining and collaboration tools that will take your idea from its inception to the final draft.
How to write a screenplay in StudioBinder
Open StudioBinder on your browser.
Click the Screenwriting tab on the project homepage.
Press the "New Screenplay" button and give it a title.
Open the Script Outline to organize your notes and plan out the structure.
Start writing your initial draft. Create a revision draft for each subsequent rewrite.
Press the "Sync to Project" button so that the script will integrate with other StudioBinder features.
When you're done writing and ready to start pre-production, click the "lock script" button.
Share your script with view-only links, invite collaborators or team members to get feedback.
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Write
Industry-standard scriptwriting software and note taking.
Breakdown
Identify all the pre-production details you need to know
Visualize
Visualize the script to get everyone on the same page
Plan
Collaborate with department heads as you prepare for production
Task Boards
Team collaboration
Media Library
Share docs & media
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