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Scene Duration Calculator

Estimate scene time from dialogue word count and action beats.

Inputs

wpm
sec

Results

Scene Duration

40 sec

Total Frames (24fps)960
Drawings (on 2s)480
Dialogue Time32 sec
Action Time6 sec
Formatted Time0:40
How to Use This Calculator
  1. Enter Dialogue Word Count, Speaking Rate, and Action Beats.
  2. Set Seconds per Action.
  3. Review the Scene Duration (sec) result.
  4. Use Total Frames (24fps) and Drawings (on 2s) to inform your decision.
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