Structure your screenplay,
frame by frame.
ActFrame breaks screenwriting into 40 structural frames — the essential beats that shape every great film. Add AI assistance on every frame, and you've got a development tool built for how stories actually work.
Everything you need to develop a screenplay
A focused toolset built around proven story structure — no bloat, no distractions.
40-Frame Structure
Break your screenplay into 40 structural frames for precise story architecture. Every beat, every turn — mapped out.
Three Structural Views
See your story as a flat list, 3-act structure, or 4-act structure. Switch views instantly to understand pacing.
AI Writing Assistant
Get per-frame generation, critique, and chat powered by Claude. AI that understands where each frame fits in your story.
Version Control
Track multiple drafts of each script with full versioning. Experiment freely — every version is preserved.
How it works
From blank page to structured screenplay in three steps.
Create a project and script
Set up your screenplay project in seconds. Give it a title, add your first script, and you're ready to write.
Fill in your 40 frames
Work through the structural frames across flat, 3-act, or 4-act views. Each frame guides you through a specific story beat.
Refine with AI
Use AI to generate first drafts, get targeted critique, and refine each frame until your structure sings.
Ready to structure your screenplay?
Sign up for free and start building your story with 40 frames.