Multicam Script Format
MULTICAM SCRIPT FORMAT
Welcome to the Multicam Script Format Guide for Screenwriters. This guide provides a comprehensive template for creating a multicam script, ensuring a standardized approach for efficient production. The following sections will help you format your script correctly, with detailed mock content and suggestions to illustrate each part.
I. Title Page
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Title of Show: Future Sitcom Adventures |
Episode Title: The Great Escape |
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Written by: [Your Name] |
Draft Date: July 30, 2054 |
II. Cast List
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Character Name |
Description |
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Alex |
Protagonist, a witty young adult |
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Jamie |
Alex's best friend, comedic relief |
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Pat |
Alex's sibling, serious and logical |
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Jordan |
Neighbor often gets into mischief |
III. Set List
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Set |
Description |
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Living Room |
Cozy, with a couch, TV, and coffee table |
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Kitchen |
Modern, with a dining table and gadgets |
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Backyard |
Open space with a garden and patio |
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Alex's Bedroom |
Small, with a bed, desk, and posters |
IV. Scene Headers
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Scene Number |
Location |
Time |
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1 |
Living Room |
Day |
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2 |
Kitchen |
Day |
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3 |
Backyard |
Evening |
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4 |
Alex's Bedroom |
Night |
V. Action Descriptions
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Scene Number |
Action Description |
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1 |
Alex and Jamie sit on the couch, watching TV. |
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2 |
Pat enters the kitchen, looking for snacks. |
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3 |
Jordan is in the backyard, trying to fix a broken fence. |
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4 |
Alex is in the bedroom, talking on the phone. |
VI. Dialogue
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Scene 1 |
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Alex: Did you see that? I can't believe they ended it on a cliffhanger! |
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Jamie: I know, right? Now we have to wait another week. |
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Alex: It's torture. I was looking forward to seeing what happens next. |
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Jamie: Same here. They better have a good payoff for all this suspense. |
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Scene 2 |
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Pat: Hey, do we have any chips left? I’m starving. |
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Alex: I think there might be some in the pantry. Check the top shelf. |
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Pat: Got it. Thanks! |
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Jamie: Don’t eat them all. We need some for the party tomorrow. |
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Pat: I’ll leave a few. Promise. |
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Scene 3 |
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Jordan: (trying to fix the fence) This thing is falling apart. I need more tools. |
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Alex: Do you need any help out there? |
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Jordan: I think I’ve got it covered, but if you have a hammer, that would be great. |
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Alex: Sure, I’ll grab one from the garage. |
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Scene 4 |
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Alex: (on the phone) I just don’t know how to tell them. It’s going to be awkward. |
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The voice on the Phone: You’ll find a way. Just be honest and straightforward. |
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The voice on the Phone: Exactly. It’s better to get it over with than to keep putting it off. |
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Alex: Thanks for the advice. I’ll call them now. |
VII. Camera Directions and Stage Directions
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Scene Number |
Camera Directions |
Stage Directions |
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1 |
Camera 1: Wide shot of the living room Camera 2: Close-up of Alex Camera 3: Close-up of Jamie |
Alex and Jamie are seated on the couch. |
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2 |
Camera 1: Wide shot of the kitchen Camera 2: Close-up of Pat |
Pat enters from stage left, heading to the fridge. |
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3 |
Camera 1: Wide shot of the backyard Camera 2: Close-up of Jordan |
Jordan is near the fence, tools scattered around. |
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4 |
Camera 1: Wide shot of the bedroom Camera 2: Close-up of Alex |
Alex is pacing while talking on the phone. |
