How Long Will My Movie Be? Understanding Story Length and Runtime

One of the most common questions we get is: "If I upload a 25,000-word story, how long will the finished movie be?" Great question!

In short, a 25,000-word story will most likely not result in a feature-length (90-minute) film.

Here’s why:

• Creatorwood breaks your story into scenes, and scenes into shots.
• Each scene may be 2–5 minutes long, depending on how much action or dialogue is involved.
• A 25,000-word story often yields around 8–12 scenes, which may translate to 25–40 minutes of final video.

Of course, this varies depending on:

• The pacing of your story
• The amount of dialogue and action
• Whether you're creating short-form episodes or aiming for a single film

If you're aiming for a longer project, consider:

• Combining multiple stories into a feature-length anthology
• Expanding a shorter work with more world-building, scenes, or subplots
• Treating your project as a mini-series with episodes instead of one film