Movie Script Creator
Create movie scripts better
StudioBinder’s movie script creator allows you to write, share and collaborate on professional screenplays online.
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Explore all the features in the Write solution
Docs
Draft documents
Story Outline
Story index cards
Path to Production
Connect with pre-production software
StudioBinder's movie script maker seamlessly integrates with script breakdowns, scheduling, storyboards, shot lists, call sheets and more.
Screenplay Format Software
Automatic formatting
StudioBinder's movie script online creator tool uses industry-standard formatting. Our platform sets font sizes, margins, line heights & more so you can focus on writing. We also provide auto-completes, hotkeys and auto-saving to keep you efficient.
Script Outline
Brainstorm and organize your story
StudioBinder's movie script creator provides script outlining features to build your entire story, develop characters, story arcs and more all in one place. You can even view your outline while you're writing your screenplay for easy referencing.
Script Imports
Upload an existing screenplay
Upload existing screenplays that are created in Movie Magic Screenwriter, Final Draft, Celtx, Fountain, Word, or PDF. StudioBinder's movie script creator online will maintain the industry-standard formatting so you don't miss a beat.
Script Versioning
Organize and track every script version
StudioBinder’s movie script creator allows unlimited script versions with WGA-standardized color-coding for easier tracking of your progress. All screenplays feature client-side encryption for an extra layer of security.
Script Collaboration
Collaborate on movie scripts
StudioBinder's film script creator tools have collaboration built-in. Easily share your screenplay, receive screenplay notes and resolve them all in one place.
Script Syncing
Start pre-production even faster
Once your final draft is ready to go, simply sync with your project in StudioBinder's movie script creator. From there, you can create everything from script breakdowns to call sheets, all in one pre-production platform.
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
View screenplay demo
Check out StudioBinder's movie script maker and explore how to format a screenplay.
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Movie Script Creator FAQs
Movie scriptwriting basics explained
No matter your experience level or your preferred genre, all writers work with these basic steps in some way.
- Brainstorm
- Outline
- Write
- Get Feedback
- Rewrite
Depending on your experience level and the budget for the project, Netflix might pay you between $200,000 and $400,000 for a feature length screenplay.
If you're got a script written, it's time to find a producer or production company to actually make it. Some production companies allow writers to send in query letters that briefly explain the script. If they're interested, they'll reach out to you. Or you can find a director and producer on your own who are looking for material.
So much of screenwriting is subjective, especially surrounding crucial areas such as the ending. But ask yourself these questions to see if you've got a good ending on your hands.
Has the main conflict been resolved? Are there still story threads that haven't been tied up? Do we have an idea of what will happen to these characters in the future?
Yes, of course you can write a screenplay without previous experience. Every writer starts without experience but after each completed script, they become stronger and more confident writers.
According to the WGA, the average payout for a feature length screenplay is approx. $300,000. This varies due to your experience and the budget for the project.
It can be very difficult to sell a script to Netflix, especially if you have no experience or no contacts. But if you can attract attention to your script by winning competitions or fellowships like the Nicholl, or earning a spot on the Blacklist, your chances will go way up.
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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Breakdown
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Visualize
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Collaborate with department heads as you prepare for production
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Team collaboration
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Share docs & media
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