Movie Script Writer App
Built for screenwriters
StudioBinder’s movie script writer app helps you write, share and collaborate on professional screenplays online.
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Docs
Draft documents
Story Outline
Story index cards
Path to Production
From development to pre-production
StudioBinder's movie script writer app helps you effortlessly go from development to production in no time. While this isn't just an app for writing movie scripts, our software integrates other script breakdowns, shooting schedules, storyboards, shot lists, call sheets and more.
Screenplay Format Software
Professional screenplay formatting
StudioBinder's screenplay writing app features industry-standard script formatting so you can focus on writing instead of fussing around with margins, font sizes, etc. Our script writing app also features auto-completes, hotkeys and auto-saving for more efficient script writing.
Script Outline
Add structure to your script
Having a fully fleshed out script outline will help you create a stronger screenplay from the start. If you've wondered how to write a movie script, apps like StudioBinder help add structure, map out the plot and develop character arcs.
Screenplay Uploading
Upload your screenplay
If you've already started writing in Movie Magic Screenwriter, Final Draft, Celtx, Fountain, Word, or PDF, you can simply drag-and-drop into your file into StudioBinder's free screenplay writing app and retain all the correct formatting in place so you don't skip a beat.
Script Versioning
Create and track script versions
StudioBinder’s movie script writer app features unlimited versions with WGA-standard color coding so you can easily revisit past versions. Your online scripts are all encrypted for extra security.
Script Collaboration
Collab with teammates
StudioBinder's screenplay writing app makes collaboration easy. Just share your screenplay, get script notes and resolve them all in one place.
Script Syncing
Start pre-production
When you have a final draft of your screenplay, sync it with StudioBinder's movie script writer app and have your team start building script breakdowns, schedules, storyboards, shot lists, call sheets and more.
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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 format
Check out StudioBinder's screenplay app to review the formatting of a script from the screenshot below.
"StudioBinder’s screenwriting program is intuitively designed for film and video professionals heading into pre-production."
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Movie Script Writer App FAQs
Scriptwriting basics explained
Good script writing apps cover the basics like proper script formatting. The best script writing apps assist you for the entire writing process, from inception to final draft. StudioBinder, for example, include outlining tools to help you develop the script as well as collaboration tools for working with co-writers or getting feedback from colleagues.
If you're new to screenwriting but want to become a screenwriter, there are a few steps you should take to make that happen.
- Study and learn — read scripts, read books about screenwriting, watch YouTube videos, join workshops online.
- Brainstorm and outline — now brainstorm your idea and shape it into an outline (a summary of the entire story).
- Start writing — some writers like to write from start to finish but others like to start with their favorite scenes or even the ending.
- Review and revise — get some feedback and rewrite. This is a process even the most experienced writers swear by.
Any writing app can technically be used to write a script but not all are recommended. For one, most word processors and AI tools are only helpful up until a certain point. We recommend that you use dedicated screenwriting software like StudioBinder that handles all the technicals related to screenwriting and is designed to be in tune with the entire writing process.
Yes, most AI writing tools are free or have free options. But remember that AI generated content is simply recycled existing content so make sure to bring your own efforts and human perspective to the work. Treat the AI as an assistant not a writer or even a co-writer.
Most people believe that one page of a properly-formatted screenplay will equal one minute of runtime in the finish film. Therefore, the script for a 2-hour movie (120 minutes) should be approx. 120 pages.
For some people, selling a movie script is a walk in the park. For most of us, selling a movie script is extremely difficult. Unless you have an agent or industry contacts, you're going to have work extra hard to get those things and write great scripts at the same time. Some production companies accept query letters so do some research into those companies and their policies before submitting.
How to write a movie script 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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What else can StudioBinder do?
See all the ways we can improve your production workflow.
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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