Can Midjourney Make Videos? 2026 Guide to AI Animation

Yes, Midjourney can create videos. However, it operates differently from standard text-to-video tools. It utilizes Image-to-Video (I2V) technology to transform static masterpieces into highly detailed 4-second to 21-second animations. You cannot generate audio or long cinematic sequences directly within the tool.

To create professional video, you are currently forced to pay for multiple expensive subscriptions—using Midjourney for images, then switching to separate accounts like Runway or Kling for motion. This fragmented workflow costs over $100 monthly and wastes valuable time managing different logins.

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The Short Answer: Yes, But It’s Different from Sora

Midjourney’s approach to video is distinct from models like OpenAI’s Sora or Luma Dream Machine. While most competitors use “Text-to-Video” (generating a movie directly from a prompt), Midjourney relies primarily on Image-to-Video (I2V) mechanics.

This means you must first generate a high-quality static image, and then apply “Motion” or “Zoom” effects to animate it. As of early 2026, the platform has moved beyond simple GIF-like animations. The introduction of the Motion V2 model allows for coherent movement—waves crashing, hair blowing in the wind, or camera pans—while retaining the exceptional artistic texture Midjourney is famous for.

Key Technical Specs (2026):

• Base Duration: ~4-5 seconds per generation.
• Maximum Duration: Up to 21 seconds. Each extension adds 4 seconds, up to 4 extensions
• Motion control: Low Motion vs High Motion (High Motion can be more dynamic but may get glitchy)
• Resolution: videos generate in 480p (SD) by default; some plans can toggle 720p (HD)
• Output Format: optimized MP4 for social, raw MP4, or GIF

Feature	Midjourney (I2V)	Sora / Kling (T2V)
Input Type	Image First (Requires Base Image)	Text Direct (Prompt-to-Video)
Max Duration	~21 Seconds (w/ Extensions)	15 – 120 Seconds
Artistic Control	Ultra-High (Style/Texture)	High (Motion/Physics)
Audio Generation	❌ No (Silent)	✅ Yes (Native Audio)
Best Use Case	Art Motion, Social Loops, MV Shots	Cinematic Trailers, Storytelling

Midjourney Video Constraints: What You Must Know

Before committing to a subscription, creators need to understand the hard limits. Midjourney is a visual engine, not a physics simulator.

• No Audio Support: The platform generates silent MP4 files. You must use external AI tools like Suno or Udio for sound.
• Resolution Limits: While images can be upscaled to 4K, video outputs are typically capped at 720p (HD) on standard plans.
• Character Consistency: While improved, rapid movement can still cause “hallucinations” where faces morph slightly during the 5-second clip.

How to Create Video in Midjourney (Step-by-Step)

There are two primary ways to generate video content: the legacy Discord method and the modern Web Editor.

Method 1: The Web Editor (Recommended for Control)

The web interface (midjourney.com) now offers the most granular control over movement.

1. Select an Image: Open any image in your gallery (or upload one as a starting frame)

2. Enter Editor Mode: Click the “Animate Image” (Auto or Manual).

• The Animate Manually link will give you an opportunity to adjust the text prompt in the Imagine bar before generating the video.
• The Auto buttons will automatically start generating a video using your image.
• The Loop buttons will automatically start generating a looping video using your image (meaning the starting frame and ending frame are the same image).

3. Optionally adjust the prompt in Manual mode.
4. Download the MP4/GIF when it finishes.

Method 2: Discord Parameters

For users still relying on Discord, specific parameters trigger video functions:

1. Generate an Image: Use the /imagine command.
2. Upscale: Click U1, U2, U3, or U4 to isolate your preferred frame.
3. Click Animate: Beneath the upscaled image, click the Animate (Low motion) or Animate (High motion) button.
4. Use Your Own Images: To generate a video using your own image, paste your image URL at the beginning of your prompt and then add the --video parameter to the end of your prompt. A text prompt is optional.

Midjourney vs. The Titans: Kling and Sora

Midjourney excels at style; competitors excel at motion.

• Kling : Capable of generating up to 2 minutes of video with high temporal consistency. Better for storytelling.
• Sora 2 Pro: The leader in photorealism and physics compliance, capable of complex camera angles that Midjourney cannot simulate.

If your goal is a cinematic trailer, Midjourney is your “Concept Artist” and “Set Designer,” but not your “Director of Photography.”

How Much Does Midjourney Video Cost?

Midjourney video generation consumes more compute than images.

• Midjourney video requires a paid subscription (plans start around $10/month).
• Video jobs cost significantly more GPU time than images — around an ~8× multiplier is widely reported, and Midjourney also flags video as “more GPU time” than regular image generations.
• Fast vs Relax limits: all tiers can generate videos in Fast Mode, but only Pro/Mega can do video in Relax Mode (and Relax is SD-only).
• HD access: Standard/Pro/Mega can generate HD videos (Fast Mode).

The Verge also summarizes that video is priced at about “one image worth of cost per second of video” and that videos are roughly 8× an image job

Resolution	Batch Size (4 Videos)	Batch Size (2 Videos)	Batch Size (1 Video)
Standard Definition (SD)	~8 GPU Minutes	~4 GPU Minutes	~2 GPU Minutes
High Definition (HD)	~26 GPU Minutes	~13 GPU Minutes	~7 GPU Minutes

The “Pro” Workflow: Using GlobalGPT to Break Limits

Why limit yourself to one tool? The most successful AI creators use a “Hybrid Stack.” Professional studios use Midjourney for the initial frame because its aesthetic quality is unmatched, then transfer that image to a dedicated video model.

The GlobalGPT Advantage: Instead of paying $30/mo for Midjourney + $15/mo for Runway + $20/mo for ChatGPT, GlobalGPT aggregates these specific capabilities into one dashboard.

1. Step 1: Use Unikorn (MJ like) on GlobalGPT to generate your “Keyframe” (e.g., a cyberpunk city).
2. Step 2: Switch the model tab to Kling2.6, Veo3.1 or Sora 2.
3. Step 3: Upload your Midjourney image as the reference and prompt “Drone shot flying through the city.”
4. Result: You get Midjourney’s art style with Sora’s fluid motion—all for a fraction of the cost of separate subscriptions. Just $10.8/month !

Midjourney Video Parameters You Should Know

Midjourney states videos only work with video-specific parameters, including:

• --motion low / --motion high (motion intensity)
• --loop (looping video; start and end align)
• --end (use an ending frame image)
• --raw (reduce Midjourney’s “extra styling” so prompt controls motion more)
• --bs # (batch size: generate 1, 2, or 4 video variations)

3 Pro Tips for Better Midjourney Animations

1. Use Panoramic Aspect Ratios: Videos look better in widescreen. Always use --ar 16:9 or --ar 21:9 when generating your base image. Vertical images often distort when animated with horizontal motion.
2. Focus on Elements: Midjourney animates “organic” textures best. Prompts containing smoke, fire, water, clouds, or hair produce much smoother loops than rigid architectural movements.
3. The “Zoom Out” Hack: If a video feels too static, use the “Zoom Out 2x” feature in the editor while applying high motion. This creates a dramatic “dolly-out” camera effect that adds cinematic value instantly.

FAQ:

1. Can Midjourney generate videos directly from text? Not as pure text-to-video. It generates video by animating a starting image, with optional prompt guidance.
2. How long are Midjourney videos? 5 seconds by default; extendable up to 21 seconds.
3. What resolution do Midjourney videos output? 480p (SD) by default; 720p (HD) available on certain plans/settings.
4. Does every plan support video? All tiers can generate videos in Fast Mode; only Pro/Mega support video in Relax Mode (SD only).
5. Why does video burn through my plan so fast? Video consumes much more GPU time than images. Midjourney shows minutes-per-batch costs, and multiple sources report ~8× cost vs image jobs.

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