50 Best Seedance Prompts: Copy-and-Paste Examples for Seedance 2.0 and 2.5

A good prompt is the fastest way to a good Seedance video. This page collects 50 prompts that work well with Seedance 2.0 and Seedance 2.5, grouped by what you want to make. Copy one, swap in your own subject, and run it in the AI Video Generator.

Every prompt follows the same simple formula, so once you've tried a few you can write your own.

The Seedance Prompt Formula

Seedance follows prompts best when they describe the shot the way a director would:

Subject + action + setting + camera + light and style + sound

• Subject — who or what is on screen, with one or two visual details.
• Action — what happens, in order. Use "then" for a second beat.
• Setting — where and when.
• Camera — shot size and movement: "slow dolly-in", "handheld tracking shot", "low-angle wide shot".
• Light and style — "golden hour", "neon", "film grain", "documentary look".
• Sound — Seedance generates audio with the video, so say what you want to hear. Put dialogue in quotes.

Settings that pair well: start with 5 seconds at 480p (or Seedance 2.5 draft mode) to test a prompt cheaply, then generate the keeper at 720p or 1080p. Use 9:16 for TikTok and Reels, 16:9 for YouTube and ads.

Cinematic and Film Shots

1. A lone astronaut walks across a red desert planet at dawn, dust drifting around their boots, two moons low on the horizon. Slow tracking shot from the side, then the camera rises to a wide establishing shot. Epic, sun-flared, 35mm film look. Sound: wind, distant low synth drone.
2. A detective in a trench coat stands under a flickering streetlight in the rain, lights a match and looks up at a window. Slow push-in to a close-up. Film noir, high contrast, wet reflections. Sound: rain on pavement, a distant saxophone.
3. A young woman runs through a crowded night market, glancing back over her shoulder, lanterns blurring past. Handheld tracking shot at shoulder height. Neon colours, shallow depth of field. Sound: crowd noise, her fast breathing, a tense drum beat.
4. An old man sits alone at a kitchen table at sunrise, slowly turning a wedding ring in his fingers, then smiles at an empty chair. Static medium shot. Warm window light, quiet and tender. Sound: a ticking clock, birds outside, soft piano.
5. A vintage car drives along a cliffside coastal road at sunset, the sea glittering below. Drone shot following from behind, then swinging out to reveal the coastline. Golden light, cinematic colour grade. Sound: engine purr, waves, an orchestral swell.
6. A samurai stands in a bamboo forest as leaves fall, draws his sword in one swift motion and freezes. Slow motion, low-angle shot. Muted greens, misty light. Sound: rustling bamboo, the ring of the blade, silence.

Product and Advertising

7. A sleek black wireless earbud case opens by itself on a marble surface, the earbuds rise and rotate in mid-air as light glints off them. Macro shot, slow orbit. Clean studio lighting, premium tech ad. Sound: a soft click, a subtle electronic whoosh.
8. A bottle of sparkling orange soda bursts through a wave of crushed ice, droplets frozen in mid-air, then lands upright on a bright yellow table. High-speed slow motion. Vivid, summery colours. Sound: fizz, ice cracking, an upbeat pop sting.
9. A white running sneaker splashes through a puddle on a city street at night, water spraying in slow motion, then the camera follows the runner around a corner. Low tracking shot. Neon reflections. Sound: splash, footsteps, a driving beat.
10. A luxury perfume bottle sits on black silk as golden smoke swirls around it and rose petals drift down. Slow push-in. Moody, elegant lighting. Sound: a soft breathy chime, gentle strings.
11. A hand places a smartwatch on a wrist; the screen lights up with a heart-rate animation as the person starts jogging through a park at sunrise. Close-up, then a wide shot. Fresh, energetic look. Sound: a notification tone, footsteps, upbeat music.
12. A skincare serum drop falls in slow motion onto clear skin and spreads with a soft glow. Extreme macro. Clean pastel tones. Sound: a gentle drip, airy ambient music.
13. A burger is built layer by layer in mid-air — bun, lettuce, tomato, cheese, patty — each landing with a little bounce, then steam rises. Front-on studio shot. Bright, appetizing colours. Sound: sizzling, playful pops, an upbeat jingle.

Characters and Dialogue

14. A barista leans over the counter, smiles at the camera and says: "Your usual? I already started it." Medium close-up, warm café light, shallow depth of field. Sound: espresso machine hiss, soft jazz, café chatter.
15. A grandmother in her garden holds up a giant tomato and laughs: "Look at this one! Biggest of the year!" Handheld medium shot, bright summer light. Sound: birds, her laughter, a light breeze.
16. Two friends sit on a rooftop at night. One says: "Do you think we'll still be doing this in ten years?" The other grins: "Obviously." Static two-shot, city lights behind. Sound: distant traffic, quiet acoustic guitar.
17. A news anchor at a desk looks into the camera and says: "Breaking news: the office coffee machine is working again." She keeps a perfectly straight face. Static medium shot, studio lighting. Sound: a news jingle, then her voice.
18. A tired office worker slumps at his desk, then a notification pops up and he jumps up shouting: "We got the contract!" Medium shot, quick push-in. Sound: keyboard clicks, his shout, cheering.
19. A knight removes her helmet, shakes out her hair, looks at the burning castle behind her and says quietly: "It's over." Slow push-in to a close-up. Cinematic, smoky light. Sound: crackling fire, a low cello note.

Dance and Music

20. A young man in a hoodie breaks into a smooth hip-hop dance in an empty subway station, sliding across the tiles. Full-body shot, handheld, slight low angle. Fluorescent light. Sound: a punchy hip-hop beat, sneakers squeaking.
21. A ballerina spins on a stage lit by a single spotlight as rose petals fall around her. Slow orbiting camera. Soft, dreamy light. Sound: a delicate piano and strings piece.
22. A group of friends dance together at a rooftop party at sunset, laughing and jumping on the beat. Handheld phone-video feel. Warm golden light. Sound: an upbeat dance track, cheering.
23. A street drummer plays on upturned buckets on a busy sidewalk as a crowd gathers and starts clapping. Medium shot, then a wide shot of the crowd. Documentary look. Sound: fast bucket drumming, claps, city noise.
24. A singer sings into a vintage microphone in a smoky jazz club, eyes closed, the band behind her. Slow push-in. Warm amber light. Sound: a soulful jazz ballad with a female vocal.
25. A retro 80s aerobics instructor in a neon leotard leads a class with big energetic moves. Wide shot, VHS look. Bright colours. Sound: a synth-pop workout track and "One more time!"

Nature, Travel and Landscapes

26. A drone flies low over turquoise water toward a small tropical island, then rises to reveal the whole lagoon. Bright midday sun, crystal-clear water. Sound: waves, seabirds, light tropical music.
27. Snow falls softly on a quiet mountain village at night, warm light glowing from cabin windows. Slow pan across the rooftops. Peaceful, cozy mood. Sound: soft wind, distant church bells.
28. A herd of wild horses gallops across an open plain at golden hour, dust rising behind them. Low tracking shot alongside. Epic, warm tones. Sound: thundering hooves, wind, an orchestral swell.
29. Cherry blossoms drift over a still pond as a koi fish rises to the surface. Close-up, then a slow tilt up to the trees. Soft pastel spring light. Sound: water, gentle wind chimes.
30. Northern lights ripple across the sky above a frozen lake while a lone tent glows below. Time-lapse feel, wide static shot. Deep greens and blues. Sound: silence, a faint wind, ambient synth.
31. A traveller with a backpack walks through a busy Tokyo crossing at night, the crowd flowing around her. Overhead shot, then street level. Neon, energetic. Sound: city crowd, crossing beeps, lo-fi beat.

Action and Sports

32. A skateboarder kickflips down a long stair set at sunset, lands and rolls away toward the camera. Low-angle slow motion, then real speed. Warm, gritty look. Sound: wheels on concrete, the board snapping, a cheer.
33. A surfer rides inside a curling blue wave, trailing a hand through the water. Tracking shot from inside the wave. Bright, saturated. Sound: roaring water.
34. A basketball player drives to the hoop and dunks, the crowd erupting in slow motion. Low angle under the rim. Arena lights. Sound: sneakers squeaking, the ball through the net, a roaring crowd.
35. A mountain biker races down a forest trail, mud spraying from the wheels. Chest-mounted POV, then a side tracking shot. Dappled light. Sound: tyres on dirt, heavy breathing, an intense beat.
36. A boxer throws a fast combination at a heavy bag in a dim gym, sweat flying under a single overhead light. Close-ups and a medium shot. Gritty, high contrast. Sound: punches, breathing, a deep bass beat.
37. A Formula-style race car speeds through a tunnel, light streaks wrapping around it. Low tracking shot. Sound: a screaming engine and a Doppler whoosh.

Food and Cooking

38. A chef flips noodles in a flaming wok, fire flaring up around the pan. Close-up, slow motion on the flip. Warm, dramatic kitchen light. Sound: sizzling, the whoosh of flame.
39. Melted chocolate is poured over a stack of pancakes, then a strawberry drops on top. Macro, slow motion. Soft morning light. Sound: a gentle pour, a soft plop.
40. A barista pours latte art into a cup, forming a perfect heart, then slides it across the counter. Overhead shot, then side angle. Warm café tones. Sound: milk steaming, ceramic on wood.
41. A pizza is pulled from a wood-fired oven, cheese stretching as a slice is lifted. Close-up, slow motion. Rustic, warm light. Sound: crackling fire, a satisfied "mmm".
42. Sushi is assembled by a chef's hands in quick, precise movements, then plated on a wooden board. Overhead shot. Clean, minimalist. Sound: a knife on wood, quiet Japanese music.

Fantasy and Sci-Fi

43. A dragon lands on a castle tower in a storm, spreads its wings and roars as lightning flashes. Low-angle wide shot, then a close-up on its eye. Epic, dark fantasy. Sound: thunder, wingbeats, a roar.
44. A girl opens an old book and glowing butterflies fly out, filling the dark library with light. Slow push-in. Magical, warm glow. Sound: rustling pages, twinkling chimes.
45. A cyberpunk city at night: flying cars weave between towering holographic billboards as rain falls. Drone shot gliding between buildings. Neon pink and blue. Sound: rain, hovering engines, a dark synthwave track.
46. A small robot waters a single flower in a ruined city, then looks up as the sun breaks through the clouds. Medium shot, slow tilt up. Hopeful, soft light. Sound: water, a tiny robotic chirp, gentle piano.
47. A wizard raises his staff and the ocean parts in front of him, revealing a glowing path. Wide shot from behind the wizard. Epic, cinematic. Sound: rushing water, a choir.

Reference-Based Prompts (Seedance 2.0 and 2.5)

In reference-to-video, each upload gets a tag — @image1, @video1, @audio1 — and you say in the prompt what each one is for. See How to Use Seedance 2.5 for the full guide.

48. @image1 walks into the café from @image2, sits at the window and opens a laptop, then looks up and smiles at the camera. Keep the face and outfit from @image1. Slow dolly-in. Sound: café ambience, soft jazz.
49. The sneaker from @image1 sits on a concrete ledge, then the camera orbits it 360 degrees as the city in @image2 lights up behind it at dusk. Copy the camera movement from @video1. Sound: a deep bass beat.
50. @image1 and @image2 dance together at a beach party at sunset, following the dance moves from @video1. Keep each person's face and outfit; never blend the two faces. Handheld phone-video feel. Background music: @audio1.

Tips to Get Better Results

• One idea per clip. Short clips do one action well; long ones (Seedance 2.5 goes to 30 seconds) can hold a few beats in order.
• Name the camera. "Slow dolly-in" or "handheld tracking shot" changes the result more than adjectives.
• Always describe the sound. Seedance makes it anyway — tell it what you want.
• Keep dialogue short. One or two sentences per character, in quotes.
• Re-roll before you rewrite. Each run is a new take; try two or three before changing the prompt.

Looking for more? Browse hundreds of tested prompts with example videos in the AI Video Prompt Library, and use Try in Generator to load any of them straight into Seedance.

FAQ

Do these prompts work with both Seedance 2.0 and 2.5? Yes. Seedance 2.5 accepts longer prompts (up to 10,000 characters vs 5,000) and longer clips (up to 30 seconds vs 15), so it handles multi-beat prompts better, but all 50 work on both.

What is the best length for a Seedance prompt? Two to five sentences for a 5–10 second clip. For 15–30 second clips, describe the beats in order.

How do I add dialogue? Put the line in quotes after the character: She smiles and says: "We made it." Keep it to a sentence or two.

Why does my video not match the prompt? Usually the prompt asks for too many things at once. Cut it down to one subject, one action and one camera move, then add detail step by step. Our Seedance 2.0 guide has more troubleshooting tips.

Where can I try these prompts? In the SeeVid AI Video Generator — choose Seedance 2.5 or Seedance 2.0, paste a prompt and generate. New accounts get free credits.