Video generation

Seedance studio: turn a sentence or a still into a directed video

Describe the scene, the camera move and the mood, or add a picture as the first frame. Pick a Seedance version and continue in the full video generator.

A young woman prepares breakfast inside a quiet modern apartment early in the morning. She casually opens the curtains and freezes: an enormous silent spacecraft is hovering between the nearby skyscrapers. Her coffee cup slowly lowers from her hand as sunlight reflects from the ship across the room. The camera begins with an intimate domestic shot, follows her toward the window, then pulls behind her shoulder into a massive exterior reveal. Grounded science fiction, realistic scale, quiet awe, cinematic morning light.Seedance 2.5 Text to Video

Night food truck scene. The chef tosses the pan and the flames leap high, lighting up his face. He flips the sizzling food with a skilled wrist motion, plates it quickly, then leans out of the window, grins and shouts: "Order up! Careful, it's hot!" Handheld camera, sizzling oil, crackling fire, lively street ambience, warm string lights flickering.Seedance 2.5 Image to Video

Only change the sunglasses to fashionable eyeglasses, keep everything else exactly the same.Seedance 2.5 Video Edit

eamlessly continues from previous video clip, muscles in its neck and shoulders tense gradually. It pushes its hooves against the ground, rises steadily from the ground onto four legs. After standing fully upright, it shakes its head vigorously from side to side, its soft antlers and fur swaying along with the movement, loose dust drifts off its coat, calm alert expression, realistic wildlife cinematography, natural soft forest light, high detail, lifelike fur texture, smooth continuous motion.Seedance 2.5 Video Extend

A realistic cinematic close-up shot of a beautiful young blonde European woman blowing a bubble gum bubble. She has long blonde hair, soft natural makeup, fair skin, and a stylish casual outfit without a hat. She faces the camera in a cool and confident way, slowly chewing gum and gently blowing a large bubble. The bubble grows naturally in front of her lips, then slightly pops with a playful smile and relaxed expression. Natural facial movements, subtle eye movement, realistic hair motion, soft daylight, shallow depth of field, fashion portrait style, ultra realistic skin texture, cinematic camera movement.Seedance 2.0 Text to Video

Low-angle wide shot, athletic blonde woman with low side braid, toned glistening abs covered in sweat, white sport sunglasses reflecting blue sky, thick white sweat wristbands on both wrists. She wears white racerback sports bra, unzipped lightweight black windbreaker, black high-waisted leggings. Dynamic slow subtle movement: right hand lifts to forehead to block harsh midday sun, left hand rests firmly on hip, head tilts slightly upward gazing far away. Bright scorching noon sunlight, hard high-contrast shadows, vivid saturated clear cerulean sky with wispy white clouds background. Vintage Kodak Gold 200 film texture, soft natural film grain, warm sharp highlights on glistening skin, natural skin texture, fast subtle camera slow pan right, bright clean sport fashion aesthetic, upbeat energetic summer vibe, no text, no distortion.Seedance 2.0 Image to Video

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Seedance 2.5 Seedance 2.0 Seedance 2.0 Mini Seedance 1.5 Pro

Inspiration from Seedance

Clips made with each Seedance version. Hover a card to play it.

crisp quick natural pacing no slow motion, film grain soft muted tones, young curly-haired guy in brown suede jacket, dark tee, olive green pants, slouched inside vintage beige fabric car, one hand on steering wheel, other arm laid over passenger seat, rainy forest trees outside window with water droplets, subtle natural light shift, gentle slight camera pan, soft earthy retro color grading, delicate fabric & rain drop texture details, calm laid-back road trip vibe, sharp realistic skin and suede texturesSeedance 2.0 Mini Image to Video

A wide cinematic anime shot in a sunlit, ruined futuristic plaza. A blue-haired girl in a loose white T-shirt and denim shorts stands centered in the foreground, facing camera, while a towering white-and-orange mech looms protectively behind her. Subtle motion: a light breeze gently flutters her hair and shirt; tiny dust motes drift across the frame; faint heat haze shimmers above the cracked concrete. The mech slowly “comes alive” with restrained, realistic movement—soft servo whirs, a small shift of weight, fingers flex slightly, chest vents pulse with a dim glow, and a brief puff of steam from a joint. Camera behavior: slow, steady dolly-in toward the girl with a slight upward tilt, keeping the original composition and scale; gentle parallax on foreground cracks and distant ruined structures; minimal handheld micro-shake for realism. Look/style: high-quality cel-shaded anime illustration, clean linework, soft watercolor textures, bright midday sky with fluffy clouds, cinematic lighting, natural motion blur, no cuts. Avoid identity drift, warping, extra limbs, text, or sudden camera jumps.Seedance 1.5 Pro Image to Video

5-second cinematic video. A rainy night street scene outside a small convenience store. The camera is positioned at sidewalk level, capturing a quiet empty street with reflections of neon lights on the wet pavement. A young man in a dark jacket suddenly runs into the frame, holding a mysterious old suitcase. He looks nervous and keeps checking behind him. He quickly places the suitcase near a wall and hides behind a street corner. A few seconds later, the suitcase suddenly starts shaking slightly. The man slowly approaches it, confused and frightened. He carefully opens the suitcase, and a bright warm light shines from inside, illuminating his surprised face. Realistic urban environment, cinematic night lighting, handheld camera movement, natural human acting, rain droplets, realistic reflections, dramatic atmosphere, 35mm film look, ultra realistic, immersive storytelling.Seedance 2.5 Text to Video

The husky team charges across the frozen plain through a raging blizzard, snow kicking up from their paws. The explorer grips the sled, shouting "Hike! Hike! Keep going!" over the howling wind. The camera tracks alongside at ground level, then rises into a sweeping aerial shot revealing the endless white landscape and distant mountains. Epic adventure film, powerful wind, panting dogs, runners hissing on snow.Seedance 2.5 Image to Video

Authentic cinematic summer lifestyle video of a stylish young European blonde woman standing beside an open car door on a sunny day. She wears a fitted opaque short-sleeve ribbed cotton t-shirt in a soft pastel color, with a structured fabric texture, not transparent, not see-through, naturally hugging her body while keeping a casual fashionable look. Paired with relaxed blue jeans. She casually drinks from a simple unbranded clear beverage bottle with no logo, no text, no existing brand design. A gentle summer breeze flows through her long blonde hair, creating natural soft movement. Loose strands of hair sway around her face in the sunlight. She slightly lowers the bottle after drinking, showing a relaxed confident expression. Camera captures a realistic handheld close-up lifestyle shot, focusing on her face, hair movement, and natural body language. Bright sunny outdoor environment, warm daylight, realistic skin texture, cinematic depth of field, authentic summer fashion campaign style. Negative Prompt: transparent shirt, see-through clothing, visible underwear, overly thin fabric, white sheer top, brand logo, product label, text, existing beverage brand, unnatural pose, plastic skin, fake hair movement, CGI look.Seedance 2.0 Text to Video

5-second luxury watch commercial clip, slow smooth push-in camera movement, tropical beach background with palm tree, white parasol and clear turquoise sea, handsome european man with slick dark hair, pink knit zip polo shirt, resting cheek on hand, focus on pilot watch with brown leather strap on wrist, bright warm summer daylight, realistic fabric and metal texture, soft natural motion, 4K editorial fashion video, no flickeringSeedance 2.0 Image to Video

The character remains visually consistent with the image, maintaining facial structure, clothing, and lighting. The scene begins with the character standing still, then slowly turning their head toward the camera, followed by a subtle shift in posture and a natural blink. Add gentle camera movement with a slow handheld-style push-in. Include soft environmental sounds such as distant city noise or wind. Preserve live-action realism, smooth motion transitions, and stable temporal consistency across the 6–8 second video.Seedance 1.5 Pro Image to Video

A stylish young woman in a red coat walks through an underground parking garage and unlocks a sleek black car. She opens the driver door, then freezes when she sees a leather briefcase already sitting on the passenger seat. A phone inside the briefcase begins ringing. She slowly looks around the empty garage without entering the car. The camera follows behind her, moves into a close-up of the briefcase, then gently circles toward her face. Modern crime thriller, cold industrial light, polished reflections, slow controlled suspense.Seedance 2.5 Text to Video

The ancient giant robot slowly awakens. Its blue eyes flare brighter, vines snap and fall from its armor, and dust pours from its joints as it takes one heavy step forward, shaking the ground and sending a flock of birds into the sunset sky. The camera starts low at its feet and tilts up to reveal its enormous scale against the ruined skyline. Deep mechanical groans, thunderous footstep, epic cinematic atmosphere.Seedance 2.5 Image to Video

Wide-angle first-person selfie skydiving footage, caucasian tandem pair leaping out of white WaveSpeed skydiving plane, background clear blue sky, sea of clouds and snow-capped alpine mountains; young blonde european woman in front with white helmet and clear goggles, grey-red jumpsuit, arms spread wide laughing and speaking excitedly; behind her european male instructor with backwards black cap and black sunglasses, red-black jumpsuit, stretching arm forward for selfie, shouting happily; natural lip movements for short excited dialogue, fast-paced dynamic smooth camera, subtle handheld shake to simulate free fall, bright harsh midday sunlight, vibrant realistic documentary aesthetic, ultra clear details of safety harnesses, "WaveSpeed" text on fuselage, mountain cloud layers, 4K 60fps cinematic travel adventure clipSeedance 2.0 Image to Video

functional winter comforter. light yellow puffy winter comforter floating against a blue sky, the style should be minimalist, sleek, and high-end, suitable for advertising or branding materials.Seedance 1.5 Pro Image to Video

A professional surfer paddles into a colossal turquoise wave at a remote ocean reef. He pops up and races down the face as the wave curls into a massive glassy barrel above him. The camera starts with a dramatic drone shot from above, then drops to water level inside the barrel following behind him, as spray explodes around. He bursts out of the barrel just before it collapses and raises his fist in triumph. Epic sports documentary, thunderous surf, golden afternoon sun, crystal-clear water.Seedance 2.5 Text to Video

On the surface of Mars, the female astronaut points toward the tiny blue dot of Earth in the pink sky. She says softly: "That little light is home. Everyone we have ever known is right there." The male astronaut looks up, pauses, and answers: "Then let's make them proud." A gust of wind lifts red dust around their boots. The camera slowly pushes in between them. Quiet emotional science fiction, gentle wind, subtle orchestral score.Seedance 2.5 Image to Video

Generate a cinematic transition shot based on the provided first and final frames. First frame: A drone-eye overhead shot of the entire city skyline, with the camera slowly pushing in. Maintain consistent scene color tones throughout the transition. Design a smooth, narrative animation sequence: the camera continues its slow push-in over the panoramic city view, then seamlessly zooms in further to a speeding train. Incorporate soft ambient city sounds in the background. The 8–12 second clip must ensure natural and fluid motion, clean and crisp visuals, and precise audiovisual synchronization.Seedance 1.5 Pro Image to Video

A massive black dragon bursts out of storm clouds above a medieval stone castle at night. Archers on the walls fire flaming arrows as the dragon unleashes a torrent of fire across the battlements. A lone knight in silver armor steps forward, raises her shield and shouts: "Hold the wall! Do not run!" The camera sweeps from a wide aerial view of the castle into a low close-up of the knight as flames roar past her shield. Epic fantasy war film, lightning, embers, dramatic orchestral score.Seedance 2.5 Text to Video

Generate a cinematic transition between the provided first and last frames. The first frame shows the character standing at the edge of a rooftop at sunset, while the final frame shows the character seated, looking out over the city as night falls. Maintain consistent character appearance, clothing, and environment throughout the scene. Animate a smooth narrative progression: the character walks forward, pauses, then slowly sits down. Use a controlled camera pan combined with a gradual change in lighting from warm sunset tones to cool nighttime hues. Include subtle ambient city sounds and ensure natural motion, clean visuals, and precise audiovisual alignment across the 8–12 second clip.”Seedance 1.5 Pro Image to Video

Seedance model family

One family, four ways to shoot

Seedance 2.5

Length: 4–30 s
Output: 480p – 4K

The newest release. Single shots from 4 to 30 seconds, text or first-frame input, plus prompt-driven video edit and a continuation mode that extends a clip from its last frame.

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Seedance 2.0

Length: 4–15 s
Output: 480p – 4K

Text-to-video and image-to-video from 4 to 15 seconds, with a Standard or Fast tier and an optional web search switch.

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Seedance 2.0 Mini

Length: 4–15 s
Output: 480p – 4K

The faster, lower-cost member of the 2.0 line. Built for multi-shot sequences from reference images with consistent characters across scenes.

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Seedance 1.5 Pro

Length: 4–12 s
Output: 480p – 1080p

Image-to-video that keeps your first frame's subject and composition, with 4 to 12 second clips, an optional last frame and a fixed-camera switch.

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What you can direct

Native sound

Seedance can render sound together with the picture; switch generate audio off when you only need silent footage.

First and last frame

Upload a start image to anchor the shot, and optionally an end image so the motion lands exactly where you want.

Reference images, video and audio

On 2.x text-to-video, attach reference images, clips or audio to steer characters, motion and rhythm.

Any screen shape

Pick 16:9, 9:16, 4:3, 3:4, 1:1 or 21:9, and choose 480p up to 4K on Seedance 2.x.

Models and pricing

Prices are per generation and update live. Options such as resolution, duration or quality can change the final price, which the generator shows before you run.

Model	Input	From
Seedance 2.5 Text to Video	Prompt	$0.81	Generate
Seedance 2.5 Image to Video	Image + prompt	$0.81	Generate
Seedance 2.5 Video Edit	Video + prompt	$0.99	Generate
Seedance 2.5 Video Extend	Video + prompt	$0.99	Generate
Seedance 2.0 Text to Video	Prompt	$0.54	Generate
Seedance 2.0 Image to Video	Image + prompt	$0.54	Generate
Seedance 2.0 Mini Image to Video	Image + prompt	$0.60	Generate
Seedance 1.5 Pro Image to Video	Image + prompt	$0.26	Generate

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Frequently asked questions

Which Seedance version should I use?

Start with Seedance 2.5 for the longest shots and for editing or extending existing footage. Seedance 2.0 offers Standard and Fast tiers, 2.0 Mini is the faster, lower-cost option, and 1.5 Pro remains a solid image-to-video choice.

How long can a Seedance video be?

Seedance 2.5 generates 4 to 30 seconds in a single shot. Seedance 2.0 and 2.0 Mini cover 4 to 15 seconds, and Seedance 1.5 Pro 4 to 12 seconds.

Does Seedance create sound as well?

Yes. Every Seedance version here has a generate audio option that renders sound with the video. Turn it off to get a silent clip.

Can I animate my own picture?

Yes. Add an image in the prompt box and it becomes the first frame; you can also set a last frame. On Seedance 2.5 the output follows your image's shape.

Can Seedance change a video I already have?

Seedance 2.5 Video Edit rewrites lighting, style, weather or specific elements of an uploaded clip from a text instruction, and Video Extend continues a clip from its last frame.

Is there an API for Seedance?

Yes. Every model in the table above has a REST API page with its parameters and code samples, so you can move from trying prompts here to automating them.

Your next shot starts with a prompt

Open the video generator with Seedance 2.5 selected and every setting at hand.

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