Any one know of good script writing software?

[toranoshi]

Just wondering if anyone  knows of a good program to use for script writing. I had this idea for a great movie, comic, novel, etc. pop into my head the other day and I think I first want to try it out as a movie. So if anyone knows the name a good program to use the help would be appreciated.
Thanks
;D

[flerk]

Final Draft is the universal film and tv program.

It's about $250.00, but is very sophisticated and simple to use.

You may even be able to download it off the internet from their site.

Good luck!

[toranoshi]

Thanks. I am sure that I can find a copy of it through a friend of mine who specializes in getting programs.

[Achilles]

Go to the Writers Store website and they will give you detailed descriptions of the various screenwriting software. I use final draft myself, but the other one is suppose to be very good as well. I think it is called Movie Magic or something like that.

[JCVaughn]

Just wondering if anyone  knows of a good program to use for script writing. I had this idea for a great movie, comic, novel, etc. pop into my head the other day and I think I first want to try it out as a movie. So if anyone knows the name a good program to use the help would be appreciated.
Thanks
;D

Can't speak to the other programs, but I definitely love Final Draft. Very easy to use. I script my comic books, comic strips, screenplays and teleplays. In other words, a lot of stuff!

That said, I recommend downloading the free trials of any of both Final Draft and Movie Magic. See which one you like better!

[fly]

If you have Microsoft Word 2000 or 2003, there is a free screenplay template (with pre-defined styles) available at Microsoft's website.  In word, start a new document from a template, but select the option to search for template on the web.  Type in "screenplay" and it should come right up.  I use this template for word so I can send it to anyone and all they need is word to open it (it's also easier to bring it to Kinko's to get it printed).

[JCVaughn]

An additional note about Final Draft - it exports in numerous formats, including PDF and RTF, and also is handy for registering with WGAw online.

;)

[toranoshi]

Thanks for all the help everyone. I am getting a copy of Final Draft and then the writing begins.