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Talking Scripts

Talking Scripts

Technology, Information and Media

Idris Elba's and Stefan Schwartz's iOS app that reads Film and TV scripts out loud.

About us

"The app that reads your scripts to you" Talking Scripts helps actors, directors, and writers bring their words to life through high-quality voice playback. Whether you're rehearsing lines, refining dialogue, or developing new material, the app makes it easy to hear your work - clearly and on demand. "Built by an industry professional for industry" Founded by industry mavens Idris Elba and Stefan Schwartz, Talking Scripts is rooted in a deep understanding of the creative process. We’re currently integrating AI-generated voices to enhance performance and realism, with a focus on tone, clarity, and control. Lightweight, affordable, and intuitive, Talking Scripts is built to support professionals at every stage of the storytelling journey.

Industry
Technology, Information and Media
Company size
2-10 employees
Type
Privately Held
Founded
2019

Employees at Talking Scripts

Updates

  • 🚀 What a week at #SXSW! We knew the talk with Idris Elba, Stefan Schwartz, and Manon Dave would draw a crowd - but seeing the room packed out, with people queuing to get in, was something else! Huge thanks to everyone who came, to our amazing team who made this happen behind the scenes, and to the IE7 Group for capturing it all 📸. Swipe through some of the highlights below. Already looking forward to next year! #EventRecap #SXSW2025 #Innovation #Inclusion

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  • "Scripts. Reimagined."   At next week’s SXSW in London, you’ll hear from our team: Idris Elba, Stefan Schwartz (The Boys, Luther, The Walking Dead) and Manon Dave.   They are stepping on stage to introduce Talking Scripts, which is making the Entertainment Industry a more equitable place:   Talking Scripts - the first script reading app designed for creatives who think in sound, not text. Features: 🎙️ Clean Audio Playback - Listen to your scripts read aloud in diverse voices, free from page headers, numbers, watermarks, and other distractions. 🧠 Customisable Character Voices - Automatically assigns voices to characters based on gender, with the flexibility to customise each one to suit your preferences. 🎧 Line Learning for Actors - Utilise the Line Learner feature to rehearse your lines effectively. Choose between full script playback or cues that prompt your lines, aiding in memorisation. 💡 Privacy-Focused - Your scripts stay secure with 100% on-device processing - no data is uploaded or stored externally. What started as a personal fix for two creative professionals, Idris and Stefan, who have struggled with dyslexia, has become a powerful opportunity for creatives.    Whether you’re listening to the weekend read in the gym or learning lines in the car, now you can hear your scripts anytime, anywhere.   👥 Join us at SXSW or follow along for highlights and updates.   #TalkingScripts #SBSW #VoiceTech #FilmTech #AIForCreatives #IdrisElba #StefanSchwartz #OnSetInnovation #BuiltForCreatives

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