Real-time video
Runway Characters
Turn one image into a live conversational video character.
Product insights
Runway Characters at a glance
Value proposition
Runway Characters streams expressive conversational video at 24 FPS, with 37 ms effective model time per frame and about 1.75 seconds of server-side response time.
Problem solved
Traditional video generation often makes you wait for a finished clip. Real-time video products bring feedback and control back into the generation loop.
Audience
For creative technologists, developers, and product teams building live visual experiences.
Pricing and access
Hosted access is available through the official website. Plans, credits, regions, and API terms vary by product.
Market
- Real-time video
- Real-time avatar
- Conversational video
- Avatar API
Tech stack
- Official hosted product
- Real-time video stream
- Browser / API access
01Why it is here
What is Runway Characters?
Runway Characters creates real-time conversational video agents from a single reference image. Characters listen, respond, gesture, and stream video at 24 FPS during a live session.
02Workflow
How to use Runway Characters
- 01
Upload a character image
Start with one reference image in any supported visual style.
- 02
Choose a voice and knowledge
Assign a voice, knowledge source, and optional tools to the character.
- 03
Start the live chat
Talk to the character directly or embed it through the SDK, widget, or LiveKit integration.
03Capabilities
Key features of Runway Characters
- 24 FPS live video
- Single-image character creation
- SDK, widget, and meeting integrations
04Use cases
What is Runway Characters best for?
- Education and tutoring
- Customer support
- Games and interactive hosts
05Questions
FAQ about Runway Characters
How fast is Runway Characters?
Runway reports 24 FPS streaming, 37 ms effective model time per frame, and about 1.75 seconds from the end of user speech to the start of the character’s response.
Official website snapshot
runway.com
Runway Characters streams expressive conversational video at 24 FPS, with 37 ms effective model time per frame and about 1.75 seconds of server-side response time.
