Seedance 2.0

Turn a written scene or a reference image into a moving sequence. Direct the subject, camera and atmosphere to explore character moments, illustrated worlds and visual stories.

Research

Webpage

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Image

Video

Direct what moves and what stays

Separate the action, camera and visual treatment so your prompt is easier to refine.

Give the camera a clear purpose

Seedance 2.0 supports clips up to 15 seconds. Give that time a clear purpose, such as moving closer to an expression while the setting stays stable. Available clip settings depend on the creation workflow.

Illustration of a camera moving closer to a seated subject while the setting stays the same

Build atmosphere around the subject

A walk beside cherry blossoms gains its mood from light, background movement and pace. Explain the environment as well as the subject action so the scene has a consistent feeling.

Illustration of sunlight and drifting cherry blossom petals creating atmosphere around a walking subject

Describe a change as a sequence

A renovation scene needs a readable beginning, transformation and finish. State what changes first, what follows and what the final view should reveal. Keep the sequence focused on one space.

Illustration of a room before, during and after a focused transformation

Build your scene step by step

Start with a scene or reference
Write the scene you want to explore, or upload a reference image. Identify the main subject, setting and action before describing the camera.
Open the video task
Choose Try in YouMind to continue with Seedance 2.0 and your scene. Your prompt and reference images carry into the task; the creation workflow determines the available video controls.
Watch the whole result
Review the opening, movement and final frame. Look for changes in identity, shape and background, then refine the next version around one specific issue.

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Compare video models

The table compares published model limits. Both generate video with audio; this page starts with text and image references, and available controls depend on the task.

Model comparison
Compare	Seedance 2.0	Seedance 2.5
Generated media	Video and audio generated together, including movement, dialogue and background sound.	Video and audio generated together, including movement, dialogue and background sound.
Length per generation	Up to 15 seconds per generation for a short scene.	Up to 30 seconds, with more time for a scene to develop.
Image references	Up to 9 images to guide characters, settings and visual style.	Up to 30 images for a larger set of subjects, settings and styles.
Video and audio referencesPer-type limits are shown; combined upload limits also apply.	Up to 3 video clips and 3 audio clips for movement and sound references.	Up to 10 video clips and 10 audio clips for movement and sound references.

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What our users say

I wanted a cinematic scene where someone hesitates before opening a letter. In my Seedance 2.0 prompt, I focused on the hand movement and a slow push in. It helped me think about the shot as a moment in a story.
Aria DawsonShort film director
Turning an illustration into video starts with a small question for me: what would move first? For a paper forest, I chose a swaying branch and drifting mist rather than asking the whole scene to change at once.
BenIllustrator
Seedance 2.0 image to video is part of how I explore an architectural scene. I bring a still of a courtyard and describe a camera move from the shaded entrance toward the sunlit pool. The viewpoint gives the space a different story.
Cora van DijkArchitectural visualizer
A pond after the first rain became the opening for my nature lesson. Ripples, moving reeds and one frog were enough. Writing a focused text to video prompt made me decide what the students should notice.
Devon HughesScience educator
For a product video concept, I tried a watch beside a train window, with the passing landscape reflected in the glass. Seedance 2.0 gives me a way to explore atmosphere before I turn the idea into a production brief.
Elena RossiCreative producer
A rainy window and one passing silhouette. My music video visual didn't need more action; it needed the right pace.
Finn A.Independent musician
Before a rehearsal, I use Seedance 2.0 to explore a dance shot with one turn and a clear camera position. It gives me a visual idea to discuss with the performer. The choreography still comes from the people in the room.
Grace LiuChoreographer
For a fashion film concept, the important detail was the coat catching the wind as the model stopped walking. My image to video prompt focused on the fabric and a steady frame, so I had one movement to review.
Henry ParkFashion art director
Steam above a bowl of noodles was the whole idea. I kept the camera still and described the warm light, rising steam and quiet background. A food video does not always need a complicated reveal.
Isla CameronFood stylist
A skateboarder approaching a low ramp became my camera study. With Seedance 2.0 text to video, I work out where the camera starts and how it follows, then review whether the movement reads clearly across the shot.
Joel ThompsonSports videographer
I begin with a landscape still and ask what should move: clouds, grass or the light across the hillside. Keeping the mountain in the brief as the stable part helps me judge the image to video result.
Luca EspositoLandscape photographer
Curtains opening into a pool of light. That short video concept helped me explain the mood of a stage entrance before drawing up the lighting plan.
Mei LinStage designer

I wanted a cinematic scene where someone hesitates before opening a letter. In my Seedance 2.0 prompt, I focused on the hand movement and a slow push in. It helped me think about the shot as a moment in a story.
Aria DawsonShort film director
Turning an illustration into video starts with a small question for me: what would move first? For a paper forest, I chose a swaying branch and drifting mist rather than asking the whole scene to change at once.
BenIllustrator
Seedance 2.0 image to video is part of how I explore an architectural scene. I bring a still of a courtyard and describe a camera move from the shaded entrance toward the sunlit pool. The viewpoint gives the space a different story.
Cora van DijkArchitectural visualizer
A pond after the first rain became the opening for my nature lesson. Ripples, moving reeds and one frog were enough. Writing a focused text to video prompt made me decide what the students should notice.
Devon HughesScience educator
For a product video concept, I tried a watch beside a train window, with the passing landscape reflected in the glass. Seedance 2.0 gives me a way to explore atmosphere before I turn the idea into a production brief.
Elena RossiCreative producer
A rainy window and one passing silhouette. My music video visual didn't need more action; it needed the right pace.
Finn A.Independent musician
Before a rehearsal, I use Seedance 2.0 to explore a dance shot with one turn and a clear camera position. It gives me a visual idea to discuss with the performer. The choreography still comes from the people in the room.
Grace LiuChoreographer
For a fashion film concept, the important detail was the coat catching the wind as the model stopped walking. My image to video prompt focused on the fabric and a steady frame, so I had one movement to review.
Henry ParkFashion art director
Steam above a bowl of noodles was the whole idea. I kept the camera still and described the warm light, rising steam and quiet background. A food video does not always need a complicated reveal.
Isla CameronFood stylist
A skateboarder approaching a low ramp became my camera study. With Seedance 2.0 text to video, I work out where the camera starts and how it follows, then review whether the movement reads clearly across the shot.
Joel ThompsonSports videographer
I begin with a landscape still and ask what should move: clouds, grass or the light across the hillside. Keeping the mountain in the brief as the stable part helps me judge the image to video result.
Luca EspositoLandscape photographer
Curtains opening into a pool of light. That short video concept helped me explain the mood of a stage entrance before drawing up the lighting plan.
Mei LinStage designer

Questions before you start

Can I animate a still image

Yes. Upload a reference image and describe the movement you want to add. Say which elements should move, how the camera should behave and which details should remain stable. The result still needs a visual review.

Which references can I upload on this page

You can add up to five JPEG, PNG or WebP images, each up to 20 MB. This page does not take video or audio uploads. The reference limits in the comparison table describe published model capabilities, rather than the upload limit of this entry point.

Can I make an illustrated scene instead of a realistic one

Yes. Describe the visual materials and style, such as folded paper, painted surfaces or a miniature world. Make the movement fit that style rather than relying only on a generic cinematic instruction.

How do I keep a character more consistent

Use a suitable reference and keep the description of the character stable. Make changes to action or camera direction in small steps, then inspect the face, clothing and proportions across the full clip.

Can I build a longer story from short clips

Yes. Plan the distinct shots and assemble them into a sequence. Check character appearance, direction of movement and sound across the joins. Seedance 2.0 publishes a limit of 15 seconds per generation; the duration you can select depends on the creation workflow.

How does video generation use credits

Video generation uses your account credits. The amount depends on the model and the generation settings, rather than whether a related Skill is free. Use the pricing section to compare current plans and credit allowances.