Launch information
Last updated: 2025-05-16
Launched by: Runway
Runway published Gen-4 family availability updates in May 2025, including Gen-4 API access announcements.
At a glance
Speed: Fast
Quality tier: High
Audio support: None
Cost tier: Budget
Duration range: Short clips (platform model dependent)
Resolution range: Model dependent (commonly HD tiers)
Best for
- - Fast prototyping with image-to-video
- - Consistent visual style across many clips
- - Creator workflows that need predictable iteration
Technical profile
Strength: Fast iteration and consistency
Typical use: Image-guided video generation
Platform note: In Spectoria, Runway appears as Gen-3/Gen-4 image-to-video options