Script Runtime Calculator
Estimate screen runtime from screenplay page count using a selected pages-per-minute rule.
How to use this calculator
What to enter
Enter or select the following as requested: Script pages; Pages per minute. Follow the units, valid ranges, examples, and options displayed beside each field.
What the result means
The production result estimates runtime, footage duration, transfer or render time, media capacity, or camera data rate from the frame rate, resolution, bitrate, storage, or timing values entered. Check frame-rate units, codec/bitrate, audio tracks, variable-frame-rate footage, and whether overhead or safety margin is included.
When to use it
Use this to plan shoots, estimate storage, or schedule transfers and exports. Real performance depends on the camera, codec, storage media, computer, network, and export settings; allow extra capacity and time for production work.