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Runway
Create short AI video clips from text or an image.
Free credits or trial onlyOpen Runway ↗
What it is
Runway is an AI video studio. You describe a scene or upload an image and it generates a short video clip. Creators use it for effects and B-roll.
How to start in 5 minutes
- Sign up free at runwayml.com.
- Upload an image and describe the movement you want.
- Generate and download the clip.
- Watch your credit balance: each generation uses credits.
Is the free plan enough?
Credits are one-time, so treat it as a trial.
Free ($0): 125 one-time credits and 5 GB storage to try a selection of models. Standard is $15/month.
Source: Runway's own pricing page, checked Nov 2026. Plans change; confirm before you pay.
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