Script Length Calculator
Paste a script or type a word count to get runtime at 130/150/170 wpm - plus a reverse mode that budgets words per documentary section.
| Section | Share | Words | Approx time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hook | 10% | 0 | 0:00 |
| Intro | 10% | 0 | 0:00 |
| Body | 70% | 0 | 0:00 |
| Outro | 10% | 0 | 0:00 |
Section times use a 150 wpm reference pace. Front-load the hook - the first 30 seconds decide retention.
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// Frequently asked questions
Q01How many words is a 10-minute video?
At a typical 150 wpm documentary pace, roughly 1,500 words. At a slower, more deliberate 130 wpm it’s about 1,300 words; at a brisk 170 wpm closer to 1,700. Switch to “Time → words” mode to get the exact budget for any runtime.
Q02Which speaking pace should I use?
Most faceless narration lands between 130 and 170 words per minute. 150 wpm is a safe documentary default. Go slower for meditative or educational content, faster for high-energy list or commentary videos.
Q03What is the documentary structure breakdown?
It splits your script into Hook (10%), Intro (10%), Body (70%), and Outro (10%) and shows the word count and approximate time for each section at a 150 wpm reference pace - a proven retention-friendly skeleton.
Q04Does the word count include filler and stage directions?
The auto-counter counts every whitespace-separated token you paste, so strip bracketed stage directions or B-roll notes first if you only want spoken words. Timing assumes the words are all narrated aloud.