Uploaded February 2023 | Updated September 2026, 1 day ago
If you're wondering how to write a television show, understanding the 5 acts of TV could be a great place to start.
I made these notes after I completed the Shonda Rhimes Masterclass. You can check out the full video on my channel here: youtu.be/XBvPmAD4cuc
Best Music for YouTubers: bit.ly/3rA67MI (get 2 extra months)
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Chapters:
00:00 Intro
00:03 How many pages per act
00:04 Act 1
00:11 Act 2
00:13 Act 3
00:22 Act 4
00:25 Act 5
5 Acts of Television: Each act is 11ish pages
Act 1: Set up your characters and world. Draw the audience in. Present your problem.
Act 2: Situations escalate. Things heat up in a good or bad way.
Act 3: Things take a turn for the worst, or for the most exciting. Hold onto your seats. A new piece of evidence pops up.
Act 4: Ticking clock, or a moment that pushes the character to an action that they have to take
Act 5: Hit that moment of victory
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If you're wondering how to write a television show, understanding the 5 acts of TV could be a great place to start.
I made these notes after I completed the Shonda Rhimes Masterclass. You can check out the full video on my channel here: youtu.be/XBvPmAD4cuc
Best Music for YouTubers: bit.ly/3rA67MI (get 2 extra months)
Best Stock Footage for YouTubers using Artgrid: bit.ly/33dc8ox
Chapters:
00:00 Intro
00:03 How many pages per act
00:04 Act 1
00:11 Act 2
00:13 Act 3
00:22 Act 4
00:25 Act 5
5 Acts of Television: Each act is 11ish pages
Act 1: Set up your characters and world. Draw the audience in. Present your problem.
Act 2: Situations escalate. Things heat up in a good or bad way.
Act 3: Things take a turn for the worst, or for the most exciting. Hold onto your seats. A new piece of evidence pops up.
Act 4: Ticking clock, or a moment that pushes the character to an action that they have to take
Act 5: Hit that moment of victory
#shorts #short #shortsfeed
DISCLAIMER - If you purchase a product or service with the links that I provide I may receive a small commission. There is no additional charge to you! Thank you for supporting my channel :)
