# What's happening with Runway? (2026) - Verdict

**Runway is still live** - but our sensors flagged 2 dated, sourced signals. Status: Price hike. There is no official sunset announcement. We do not predict deaths; a "dead" status is set by a human.

Category: AI Video Generation

## Timeline of facts

- **Sep 1, 2026 - Forced plan migration.** On September 1, 2026 remaining Unlimited subscribers move to Max: monthly plans switch automatically at the same $95/month, annual plans choose between a credit-bonus migration or a refund of remaining months. Explore Mode's unlimited generations end with the migration. SOURCE: Runway Help Center - https://help.runwayml.com/hc/en-us/articles/52068047744019-Unlimited-plan-is-switching-to-Max
- **Jun 1, 2026 - Pricing change.** Runway rolled out the Max plan (9,500 credits/month, one-month credit rollover, no Explore Mode) and began phasing out the Unlimited plan, which offered 2,250 credits plus unlimited relaxed-rate generations via Explore Mode. New subscribers are no longer offered Unlimited, and inviting new members to Unlimited accounts ended June 1, 2026. SOURCE: Runway Help Center - https://help.runwayml.com/hc/en-us/articles/52068047744019-Unlimited-plan-is-switching-to-Max

## What you can do now

Runway is live, so there is no need to rush. If it powers a critical workflow, export a recent backup, note your renewal date, and shortlist a live alternative below.

## If you need to move (live alternatives)

- **Google Veo** - Google's video generation model line, available through Gemini and Flow → https://verdict.tools/go/google-veo (rel="sponsored nofollow")
- **Kling AI** - Kuaishou's video generation service with credit plans and image-to-video support → https://verdict.tools/go/kling-ai (rel="sponsored nofollow")
- **Luma Dream Machine** - text-to-video and image-to-video generation with web and API access → https://verdict.tools/go/luma-dream-machine (rel="sponsored nofollow")
- **Pika** - video generation platform focused on short clips and scene effects → https://verdict.tools/go/pika (rel="sponsored nofollow")
- **Hailuo AI** - MiniMax's video generation service with free and subscription tiers → https://verdict.tools/go/hailuo (rel="sponsored nofollow")

## FAQ

### Is Runway shutting down?
There is no official sunset announcement for Runway. What we can confirm are the dated, sourced signals above. We do not predict deaths; a "dead" status is set by a human after confirmation.

### Should I switch away from Runway now?
Not necessarily - it is live. But if it is business-critical, keep an exportable backup and a shortlisted alternative ready.

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