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Runway Aleph 2.0

In-context video editing model and Edit Studio

Runway Aleph 2.0 is an in-context video editing model released on May 21, 2026, alongside the new Edit Studio. It enables editors to describe changes in natural language and have them applied directly to existing footage, including style transfers, object edits, and shot modifications.

Pricing Paid
Platforms web
API No
Open Source No
Modalities Text → Video, Image → Video, Video → Video
Best For Best for In-Context Video Editing
Date Added 2026-05-21
1 Start with simple edits before complex multi-shot changes
2 Use masks or regions to constrain edits
3 Describe style with reference examples
4 Keep backups of original clips
5 Combine Aleph with Runway's generation tools
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Reshooting a Product Shot

Modify an existing product video without reshooting.

STEPS:
  1. Upload the product footage
  2. Describe the desired change, such as color or background
  3. Generate the edited version
  4. Compare against the original
  5. Fine-tune with follow-up prompts
  6. Export for the campaign

Applying a Cinematic Style

Give raw footage a consistent cinematic look.

STEPS:
  1. Import clips into Edit Studio
  2. Reference a cinematic style or describe it
  3. Apply Aleph 2.0 to each clip
  4. Match color and motion across shots
  5. Export in ProRes or H.264
Paid

Requires a paid subscription.

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Is Runway Aleph 2.0 free?

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No, Runway Aleph 2.0 requires a paid subscription.

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Does Runway Aleph 2.0 have an API?

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No, Runway Aleph 2.0 does not appear to offer a public API.

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What is Runway Aleph 2.0 best for?

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Runway Aleph 2.0 is best for Best for In-Context Video Editing.

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What platforms does Runway Aleph 2.0 support?

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Runway Aleph 2.0 supports web.

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Is Runway Aleph 2.0 open source?

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No, Runway Aleph 2.0 is not open source.

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What can I do with Runway Aleph 2.0?

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Runway Aleph 2.0 is designed for Video editing with prompts, Shot modification, Style transfer. Runway Aleph 2. Key strengths include Natural-language in-context video editing and Tight integration with Runway Edit Studio.

Q

How do I create videos with Runway Aleph 2.0?

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Runway Aleph 2.0 generates videos from both text prompts and images. For text-to-video, enter detailed descriptions of the scene you want. For image-to-video, upload a reference image and the tool will animate it.

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How do I edit videos with Runway Aleph 2.0?

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Runway Aleph 2.0 transforms existing videos through style transfer, object removal, enhancement, or creative modifications. Upload a video and use text prompts or controls to apply transformations.