Word Counter for Screenwriters
In screenwriting, one page equals one minute of screen time. Hitting the right page count is essential for professional script submissions. This free word counter helps you track your screenplay length.
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A feature film screenplay is 95 to 115 pages which equals roughly 15,000 to 20,000 words. A 30-minute TV episode is 25 to 35 pages. A 60-minute TV episode is 45 to 60 pages. One screenplay page averages 150 to 200 words.
Word Count Reference for Screenwriters
| Script Format | Page Count | Word Count Approx |
|---|---|---|
| Short film (under 10 min) | 5-10 pages | 750-1,500 words |
| Short film (10-20 min) | 10-20 pages | 1,500-3,000 words |
| TV sitcom (30 min) | 22-32 pages | 3,300-4,800 words |
| TV drama (60 min) | 45-60 pages | 6,750-9,000 words |
| Feature film (drama) | 90-110 pages | 13,500-16,500 words |
| Feature film (action) | 100-120 pages | 15,000-18,000 words |
| Feature film (comedy) | 88-102 pages | 13,200-15,300 words |
Tips for Screenwriters
- →One formatted screenplay page in Courier 12pt equals approximately one minute of screen time
- →A standard screenplay has about 150 to 200 words per page due to white space from action lines and dialogue
- →Feature film specs from major studios typically call for 90 to 110 pages
- →TV pilot specs vary by network: broadcast dramas 45-55 pages, premium cable 55-65 pages
- →Over-length scripts signal amateur work to agents and executives so hit your target range
Frequently Asked Questions
How many words are in a feature film screenplay?
A feature film screenplay is typically 90 to 120 pages. At an average of 150 to 200 words per formatted page that equals 13,500 to 24,000 words. Most specs call for 95 to 110 pages.
How many words per page in a screenplay?
Standard screenplay format in Courier 12pt with standard margins averages 150 to 200 words per page. This is less than prose due to the white space created by dialogue, action lines and scene headings.
Does the one page equals one minute rule still apply?
Yes. The one page per minute rule is still the standard industry benchmark. It is an approximation: action-heavy scenes can run slower than a page per minute, dialogue-heavy scenes faster.
How long should a TV pilot script be?
A broadcast TV drama pilot is 45 to 55 pages. A premium cable or streaming pilot is 55 to 70 pages. A single-camera comedy pilot is 25 to 35 pages. A multi-camera sitcom pilot is 35 to 50 pages.
How long should a short film script be?
Film festival short films are typically 5 to 15 minutes which equals 5 to 15 pages. Shorts over 40 pages (40 minutes) are too long for most festival programs and are considered featurettes.