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Runway

Creative suite for generating and editing video, with camera and motion controls and AI effects.

PricingFreemium

CategoryVideo

Last checkedNov 2026

What is Runway?

Runway is one of the leading AI video platforms. It generates short video clips from text prompts or still images, and gives you camera and motion controls to direct how a shot moves.

Beyond generation it includes editing tools such as background removal, motion tracking and effects, which makes it popular with filmmakers and ad creators. Generations use credits that run out quickly, and clips are short, so longer pieces are built by stitching shots together.

Key features

Text and image to videoTurn a prompt or a still image into a short clip.

Camera controlsDirect pans, zooms and movement within the shot.

Video editing toolsRemove backgrounds, track motion and apply effects.

Consistent charactersUse references to keep subjects consistent across shots.

How to get started

Sign up at runwayml.com to get starter credits.
Start from a strong still image rather than text alone for more control.
Plan your piece as a sequence of short shots.

Our take

A top choice for creative and commercial AI video, if you budget for credits.

Best for

Short films
Ad creatives
Motion experiments

Strengths

Strong video models
Many editing tools

Limits

Credits run out fast
Clips are short

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Questions

Is Runway free?

Runway has a free plan with usage limits. Paid plans unlock more usage and features.

What is Runway best for?

Runway is best for: Short films, Ad creatives, and Motion experiments.

What are the best alternatives to Runway?

Popular alternatives in Video include Kling, Sora, Luma Dream Machine, Pika, and Hailuo AI.

Pricing and features change often. Confirm details on the official Runway website.