Creating a movie script and storyboard has always been a time-consuming process—until now. With the launch of Perplexity Labs, anyone can generate a complete film concept, detailed storyboards, and even a movie poster in under 10 minutes, all powered by AI.
If you're more of a visual learner, I recommend checking out my YouTube tutorial. It covers everything step-by-step:
Here’s how this breakthrough feature works and why it’s a game-changer for creators, filmmakers, and digital storytellers.
What Is Perplexity Labs?
Perplexity Labs is the latest addition to Perplexity AI, an answer engine that stands out by providing direct, actionable solutions instead of just search results. Launched at the end of May 2025, Labs brings advanced creative automation to the platform, allowing users to go beyond Q&A and actually build full creative projects with a single prompt.
The 9-Minute Script Challenge
To put Perplexity Labs to the test, I used the following prompt:
“Develop a short sci-fi movie in the Pixar style of about a 30-year-old Instagram influencer living on Mars who faces a sudden disaster. Include 9 detailed storyboard descriptions and a complete script.”
The AI immediately estimated it would take about 9 minutes to generate the entire package. What sets Labs apart is its transparency: you can watch the AI’s reasoning in real time as it plans the story structure, outlines each storyboard panel, and formats the script step by step.
Step-by-Step: How Perplexity Labs Works
- Switch to Labs Mode: Access the new feature by toggling out of “search” and into “Labs.”
- Enter Your Prompt: Provide a detailed creative prompt—no scripting skills required.
- Watch the Process: Perplexity Labs reveals its intermediate steps, from story outlining to script formatting. You see the AI’s logic and creative decisions unfold live.
- Automated Scripting: The AI even generates a Python script to assemble your story and script into a markdown file, streamlining the workflow.
- Storyboard Generation: After the script, the AI creates unique images for each storyboard panel, visualizing your story scene by scene.
- Bonus Content: In my test, Labs went a step further and created a custom movie poster—without being asked.
The Result: “Signal Lost” — A Pixar-Style Sci-Fi on Mars
In just 9 minutes, Perplexity Labs delivered a fully realized short film concept titled “Signal Lost.” The story follows Zara, a 30-year-old Instagram influencer living on Mars, whose world is upended when a Martian dust storm knocks out all communications. Isolated from her millions of followers, Zara is forced to confront her own identity and discover what real connection means—far from the validation of social media.
The output included:
- A complete movie script
- 9 detailed storyboard panels
- A visually striking movie poster
Why This Matters for Creators
Perplexity Labs is more than a novelty—it’s a powerful tool for anyone who needs to bring creative ideas to life quickly:
- Speed: Go from idea to full script and visuals in minutes, not weeks.
- Transparency: See how the AI thinks and iterates, making it easier to tweak or learn from the process.
- Versatility: Perfect for filmmakers, content creators, educators, and anyone needing rapid story development or visual assets.
- Bonus Features: Unexpected extras (like the movie poster) show the AI’s creative flexibility.
Final Thoughts
Perplexity Labs represents a leap forward in AI-powered content creation. Whether you’re a solo creator, a production team, or just someone with a story to tell, this tool can instantly turn your ideas into shareable, production-ready assets. I’ll be exploring more of what Perplexity Labs can do in future projects—this is just the beginning.
Ready to see it in action? Try Perplexity Labs and experience the future of creative automation for yourself.
