# Playwriter

> App for writing and formatting plays, with guides and visual scene representation. (iPhone/iPad app by MoodWorks.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/playwriter/id493494958 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [MoodWorks](https://appshunter.io/developer/369370194)
- Category: Productivity, Entertainment
- Price: $2.99
- Rating: 3.60/5 from 29 App Store ratings · 46 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: +4
- Requires: iOS 10.0 · 2 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2012-04-13
- Data updated: 2026-08-25
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/playwriter/id493494958/reviews.md

## What is Playwriter?

Got a great idea for a play? This innovative app takes you from a nub of an idea to a finalised script, professionally formatted and ready for printing. And if you're new to playwriting there's a complete set of step-by-step guides to teach you all the tips and tricks of professional writers.  

FEATURES
- Export options
- Automatic script formatting
- Unlimited number of plays
- 10,000 word guide to playwriting

HOW IT WORKS
1. Create a bunch of characters.
2. Create some locations.
3. Create a scene and start writing dialogue.

The app gives you a pictorial representation of your play scene by scene, showing images of the setting and of each of the characters in that scene.You can easily update characters and locations, change your mind about scene order or edit dialogue.

## Key features

- Automatic script formatting
- Character and location creation
- Scene writing and dialogue editing
- Pictorial scene representation
- Step-by-step playwriting guides
- Export options

## Recent user reviews (10 of 46)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/playwriter/id493494958/reviews.md

### 4/5 — Been using this for 8 years

*2025-07-20*

I’ve written 3 plays, a set of monologues, and working on another play currently. IVE using this app across 8 years. Great for beginners. Wish there were updates and that I could continue my writing across different devices. Unfortunately, Once you start on one device you have to finish on that device.

### 4/5 — Been using this for 6 years

*2024-08-12*

I’ve written 3 plays and one set of monologues using this app across 7 years. Great for beginners. I love it!

### 5/5 — Been using this for 6 years

*2023-12-21*

I’ve written 3 plays and one set of monologues using this app across 6 years. I love it!

### 5/5 — Perfect

*2019-05-16*

Just what I was looking for. A very user friendly app to write plays in and it has plenty of extra features. I only wish you could transfer your script from one device to the other and sync them.

### 5/5 — Great, needs update.

*2017-09-19*

I am a user of your playwriter app. I enjoy it greatly but after the recent software update on apple products I have found that the app is not currently compatible with iOS11. I looked into it on my iPad but have found no solution and so I was told the next best option would be to contact you directly about an update. I want to keep using your product because I believe it is fantastic so I hope there is a solution quickly that can be made. Thank you.

### 4/5 — Good app, but needs updating

*2017-07-15*

The app hasn't been updated since 2013 which is frustrating because I want to keep being able to use it.

### 4/5 — I Love This App

*2017-06-26*

I really like this app. It's easy to use, fast. The only real issue I've ever had with it is the lack of cloud storage or backup. I lost quite a bit of work some months ago when my IPad crashed. So an option to backup or save files to Dropbox would be useful.

Wish it was supported by IOS 10.

### 5/5 — Playwriter is terrific

*2016-12-27, version 2.5*

Playwriter is a great app

### 4/5 — Love this app has a few bugs

*2016-10-27*

This is a great app for writing place and Scripts but it has a few bugs it does everything I want it to do but occasionally it'll delete a character description and it prompts you every day every time you open the app to give them a review which can be a little annoying but it is awesome at putting your script in PDF form and being able to email it directly from your phone

### 5/5 — ITS SO HARD TO FIND A GOOD PLAY WRITING APP

*2016-10-14*

It is so hard to find a good play writing app nowadays. But this, THIS, is the perfect app. For one of my projects we had to write and shoot a movie. I thought quickly and used this app because i had downloaded it years ago and never used it. I got an A+ on that paper! i started using this app more frequently after that. Thank you!

## Frequently asked questions about Playwriter

### What does Playwriter do?

Playwriter helps you develop play ideas into fully formatted scripts. It guides you through creating characters, locations, and scenes, and automatically formats your dialogue and stage directions.

### What are the key features of Playwriter?

Key features include automatic script formatting, tools for creating characters and locations, a scene editor for dialogue, a pictorial representation of scenes, and comprehensive playwriting guides.

### Is Playwriter free to use?

Yes, the application is free to use. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements mentioned in the provided description.

### Who is Playwriter for?

This app is designed for anyone with an idea for a play, from beginners learning the craft to experienced writers looking for a streamlined way to format their work.

### Can I export my play script?

Yes, the app offers export options, allowing you to save your finalized script in a printable format.

## Version history (last 4 releases)

### 2.6 — 2017-09-23

This update from Apple will improve the functionality of this app. No new features are included.

Now works with iOS 11

### 2.5 — 2013-10-28

Playwriter has been redesigned to get the most out of the new iOS7 features. 
* Dynamic type means the app responds to the text size you set in your device's 'Settings' app. 
* Clean stripped-down look allows you to focus on your play. 
* A number of bug fixes.

### 2.0 — 2013-04-03

New cleaner user interface.
Printing and PDF output.
A choice of formatting options to get your script looking just how you like it.
Now easier to insert and re-order scenes and dialogue.
Display images in final draft.
Duplicate option allows you to create different versions of your play.
iPhone 5 compatible.
Bug fixes.

### 1.0 — 2012-04-13

No release notes.

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