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AI Timeline
First AI micro-drama 'Chopping Waves' on Kuaishou
A pivotal moment where AI-generated content proved viable for mass consumption in the vertical format.
China releases first AI sci-fi series
State-backed media enterprises pivot toward AI to reduce cost and increase production speed for high-concept sci-fi.
AI video products move from clips to production suites
Leading tools increasingly combine reusable visual assets, scene building, camera direction, editing, and audio workflows.
Short-drama-specific generators enter the market
New products now target episodic structure, recurring characters, vertical framing, dialogue, and delivery rather than isolated demos.
Key Technologies
AI Script Generation
Training LLMs on top-performing short drama tropes to generate high-engagement scripts in seconds.
AI Video Generation
Using diffusion models to generate background plates and VFX, reducing the need for expensive location shoots.
TTS/Voice Cloning
Translating content across languages while maintaining the original actor's emotional tone and voice identity.
Automated Editing
AI tools that automatically identify 'cliffhanger' moments and optimize pacing for maximum retention.
New · Creator AI desk
Choose an AI video route for the next shot
Compare MiniMax H3 Max, Runway, Kling, Google Flow, Higgsfield, Luma, Pika and the legacy Sora 2 API by production job, access route, audio, pricing and short-drama fit.
Open the comparison H3 Max Community Cut →Sora API shutdown guide →Kling pricing & API guide →Runway pricing & API guide →Luma pricing & API guide →Flow & Veo pricing guide →Higgsfield pricing guide →Pika pricing & API guide →Continuity
Test the same cast across connected shots.
Vertical coverage
Judge close-ups, two-shots and moving reveals in 9:16.
Real cost
Count rerolls against usable finished seconds.