Writing a pilot is harder than writing a feature… at least for me.
You have to build a world, introduce characters, set the tone — and still make people want episode 2.
A film feels… simpler somehow.
Am I the only one?
Screenwriting : Writing a pilot vs a feature by Deborah Bete
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I don’t find a pilot harder than a feature to write, cos I always think, does this story have legs? Although feature films are time limited, I often leave enough rope for prequels & sequels. Regards pilots, for a closed end episodic or a longer serial, I obviously need more plot lines & character growth etc, but the work is more of the same, rather than more difficult.
I am right there with you. I started my journey writing novels and chapter books then moved to feature film screenplays. I can't write for TV - hard no. So I am with you on this one!