What Is Aleph 2.0?
Aleph 2.0 is Runway's upgraded flagship AI video editing model, launched in May 2026 alongside Edit Studio — a new product experience built specifically for prompt-driven video editing. Runway Aleph 2.0 lets you describe the change you want in plain language, and the model rewrites your footage in-context: same subject, same camera move, different background, lighting, style, or objects — without reshooting a single frame.
Unlike traditional AI video generators that create clips from scratch, Aleph 2.0 focuses on editing footage you already have. You upload an existing video, tell Aleph 2.0 what to change, and it produces a new version where only the elements you described are modified. Everything else — motion, continuity, identity — stays intact. This makes Runway Aleph 2.0 a fundamentally different tool from text-to-video models like Gen-3 Alpha or Sora.
Aleph 2.0 supports clips up to 30 seconds long at 1080p resolution, works across multiple shots within a single video, and introduces image-level control so you can preview your edit as a still frame before committing to a full video generation.
Ready to try Runway Aleph 2.0?
Open Aleph 2.0 in RunwayAleph 2.0 Video Editing Examples
See what Runway Aleph 2.0 can do — each example shows the original footage edited with a single text prompt.
Same video, new product
"Make the sneakers red"
New background, no reshoot
"Add graffiti on the wall behind him"
Make it disappear
"Remove the items on the wall behind her"
Restyle without restarting
"Make it dark anime style"
Get the close-up
"Tighter shot on the product, same moment"
Seasonal versions of your ad
"Change the season to winter"
Why Runway Aleph 2.0 Changes Video Editing
Edit footage you already shot, no reshoot needed — Stop scheduling pickup days for shots that almost worked. Aleph 2.0 reads the clip, holds the subject and the camera move, and rewrites only the part of the frame you describe. A shot ruined by overcast skies turns into a golden-hour take in a single render.
Generate new camera angles from one take — Shoot once, get coverage. Runway Aleph 2.0 simulates alternate viewpoints from your original plate — push-ins, low angles, tracking shots, aerial-feel framing — without a second camera or a gimbal pass.
Object removal and replacement, pixel-clean — An extra in frame, a brand logo you don't have rights to, a boom mic dipping in. Type "remove the person in the red jacket" and Aleph 2.0 erases it while reconstructing the background — no manual masking or rotoscoping required.
Temporal and identity consistency across cuts — Faces don't morph between passes. Wardrobe doesn't drift. Aleph 2.0 holds temporal and identity consistency across an edit so you can rewrite scenes without breaking continuity.
Director's notes work as prompts — Write the edit the way you'd brief an assistant editor — "lower the key light, swap the laptop for a hardback book, push the camera in a touch." The model treats the whole instruction as one connected note.
Commercial rights on every paid export — Every render on a paid Runway plan ships with full commercial usage. Paid social ads, agency cuts, sponsored placements, client deliverables — all clear, no attribution required.
Key Features of Runway Aleph 2.0
Up to 30s of 1080p video editing
Edit clips up to 30 seconds long at full 1080p resolution — long enough for ads, social posts, and short-form content.
Localized edits with precise video preservation
Aleph 2.0 makes targeted edits, changing only what you want to change and keeping everything else exactly as it was. No unintended modifications to objects, camera moves, or scene action.
Image-level control over video edits
Give Aleph 2.0 a frame with the edit you want, and it edits your video to match. You know what your change will look like upfront — fewer wasted generations and faster iteration.
Multi-shot editing
In videos with multiple cuts or scene changes, Aleph 2.0 applies your edit across all relevant shots. No need to edit your videos shot-by-shot anymore.
Prompt-driven interface
Describe your edit in plain language. "Make the sneakers red", "Add graffiti on the wall behind him", "Change the season to winter" — Aleph 2.0 understands natural language instructions.
Edit Studio integration
Aleph 2.0 is integrated into Runway's Edit Studio app, allowing you to preview changes as an image, try different versions, and refine your approach before committing to generation.
How to Use Aleph 2.0 in Runway Edit Studio
Open Runway Edit Studio
Go to runwayml.com and sign in to your Runway account. Navigate to Edit Studio from the dashboard. Aleph 2.0 is available on all paid Runway plans. You can access it directly at the product page: runwayml.com/product/aleph-2.
Open Aleph 2.0Upload your video clip
Upload the video you want to edit. Aleph 2.0 supports clips up to 30 seconds long. Make sure your footage is at least 480p resolution for best results. Standard aspect ratios work best.
Describe your edit in plain language
Type a prompt describing what you want to change. Be specific and descriptive — Aleph 2.0 works best with detailed instructions. Examples of effective prompts: "Make the sneakers red", "Change the background to a beach at sunset", "Remove the items on the wall behind her", "Make it dark anime style", "Change the season to winter".
Preview your edit as a still frame
Before generating the full video, Aleph 2.0 lets you preview your change as an image. This image-level control means you can see what the edit will look like, adjust your prompt, and iterate quickly without waiting for full video renders.
Generate the edited video
Once you're satisfied with the preview, hit generate. Aleph 2.0 will carry your edit across all frames of the video, maintaining temporal consistency, identity preservation, and scene continuity. For multi-shot videos, the edit propagates across all relevant cuts automatically.
Download and use your video
After generation completes, download your edited video. Paid plan exports include full commercial usage rights — use it for ads, client deliverables, social media, or any commercial project.
Real-World Use Cases for Aleph 2.0
Vertical short-form rescue
The hook clip that almost worked — angle's right but the lighting died, or the wrong logo is in frame. Aleph 2.0 rewrites only what you describe and leaves the rest of the take intact.
Product spots, restyled at scale
Shoot the product cut once. Runway Aleph 2.0 generates multiple restyles — kitchen counter, marble surface, golden hour, midnight neon — from the same source footage.
Music videos rewritten verse by verse
Cut to the song with whatever performance footage you have. Aleph 2.0 rewrites the visuals per verse — drop the room into a forest for the bridge, push the chorus into anime.
Pre-vis from real plates
Send producers a one-minute pre-vis where the actual location and subject already appear, restyled to the look you're pitching.
Cleaner B-roll without reshoots
An extra crossed frame, a logo you don't have rights to, a window in the wrong color of light. Aleph 2.0 edits those moments out so the cutaway stays usable.
Stylized series consistency
Lock a style prompt once — palette, line weight, era, mood — and Aleph 2.0 applies it across every cut in the series.
What People Are Saying About Aleph 2.0
Tweets about Aleph 2.0
Now you can edit a single frame in your video, preview the change and then Aleph 2.0 carries that edit across the rest of your video.
Aleph 2.0 will blow your mind — without a doubt the best video editor I've seen so far.
Fantastic — edit videos using AI while keeping camera and motion consistent, and re-prompting specific frames.
Aleph 2.0 is a targeted AI video editor that changes only what you ask for while keeping the original footage intact.
Aleph 2.0 — up to 30s at 1080p. Edit a single frame, preview the change, and Aleph carries it across. Unlimited control, multiple shots within a single video.
YouTube Tutorials & Reviews
Introducing Aleph 2.0 | Runway
Runway (Official)
How to Use Aleph 2.0 in Edit Studio | Runway
Runway (Official)
Aleph 2.0: Edit One Frame, Transform Your Entire Video!
Creator Tutorial
Runway Aleph: The Future of Cinematic VFX is Here!
Creator Tutorial
Aleph 2.0 Pricing and Availability
Aleph 2.0 in Edit Studio is available on all paid Runway plans. Here's what you need to know:
- Aleph 2.0 is accessible through Runway's Edit Studio on desktop web app.
- All paid Runway plans include access to Aleph 2.0 capabilities.
- Paid plan exports come with full commercial usage rights.
- You can try Runway for free to explore the platform before committing to a paid plan.
- Visit runwayml.com/product/aleph-2 to get started with Aleph 2.0.
Frequently Asked Questions About Aleph 2.0
What is Aleph 2.0?
Aleph 2.0 is Runway's upgraded flagship AI video editing model that lets you edit existing video footage using text prompts. It changes only what you describe while preserving everything else — camera motion, subject identity, and scene continuity remain intact.
How is Runway Aleph 2.0 different from text-to-video models?
Text-to-video models like Gen-3 Alpha or Sora create new videos from scratch. Aleph 2.0 is a video editing model — it takes your existing footage and modifies specific elements based on your text prompt. Think of it as "Photoshop for video" rather than a video generator.
What video length and resolution does Aleph 2.0 support?
Aleph 2.0 supports editing video clips up to 30 seconds long at up to 1080p resolution. Input videos should be at least 480p for best results.
Can I use Aleph 2.0 for free?
Aleph 2.0 is available on all paid Runway plans. You can explore the Runway platform with a free account, but Aleph 2.0 editing capabilities require a paid subscription.
Does Aleph 2.0 work across multiple shots in one video?
Yes. One of the key features of Aleph 2.0 is multi-shot editing — when your video has multiple cuts or scene changes, the model applies your edit across all relevant shots automatically.
What types of edits can I make with Aleph 2.0?
With Aleph 2.0 you can: change colors of specific objects, swap or remove backgrounds, add or remove objects and people, restyle the entire video (anime, cinematic, noir, etc.), change lighting and time of day, generate new camera angles, and change seasons or weather — all from text prompts.
Do I get commercial rights for Aleph 2.0 outputs?
Yes. Every video generated with Aleph 2.0 on a paid Runway plan includes full commercial usage rights. You can use the output for ads, client work, social media, and any commercial project without attribution.
How do I access Aleph 2.0?
Aleph 2.0 is available through Runway's Edit Studio on the desktop web app. Sign up or sign in at runwayml.com, navigate to Edit Studio, and start editing your videos with text prompts.
Is Runway Aleph 2.0 better than Adobe Premiere or DaVinci Resolve?
Aleph 2.0 is not a replacement for traditional NLEs (Non-Linear Editors). It's a complementary tool that handles tasks that would normally require complex compositing, rotoscoping, or reshoots. Use it alongside your existing editing workflow for AI-powered edits that save time and budget.
What is the difference between Aleph and Aleph 2.0?
Aleph 2.0 is a significant upgrade over the original Aleph model. Key improvements include: support for up to 30-second clips at 1080p (vs. shorter, lower-res outputs), localized edits with precise video preservation, image-level preview control, and multi-shot editing across scene changes.
Summing Up
Runway Aleph 2.0 represents a fundamental shift in how we approach video editing. Instead of spending hours on manual compositing, rotoscoping, or scheduling expensive reshoots, you can describe your edit in plain language and let Aleph 2.0 handle the heavy lifting. Whether you're a filmmaker fixing footage in post, a marketer creating campaign variations, or a content creator restyling your clips, Aleph 2.0 closes the gap between the video you have and the video you need. Try Runway Aleph 2.0 today and experience the future of prompt-driven video editing.
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