PreProducer
PreProducer: A broad production-planning suite for independent filmmakers managing pre-production. Ranked #13 of 24 in Film Production Scheduling Software by our editors (7.6/10); pricing: 7-day trial; best for independent filmmakers needing broad pre-production tools.
At a glance
- Editor score7.6 / 10
- Pricing7-day trial
- Best forIndependent filmmakers needing broad pre-production tools
- Free planNo
- Paid from€14.95/mo
- Script breakdownYes
- Facts checked21 Sep 2026
Where it wins
- Combines breakdowns, stripboard scheduling, calendars and call sheets
- Supports budgeting, financing, cash-flow planning, storyboards and shot lists
- Works across web, Windows, macOS and Linux with script-tool integrations
Where it doesn't
- No permanent free plan; the free offering is a 7-day demo
- Single-project plans cover one film project at a time
- Unlimited-project access costs €289 per month
Our verdict on PreProducer
PreProducer is a browser-based film-production management platform for producers, production managers, assistant directors and other film departments. It brings script writing, scene analysis, script breakdowns, cast and crew lists, location management, shooting schedules, call sheets, storyboards, shot lists, budgeting and financing workflows into one collaborative workspace. Projects can cover films and series, with access available through web, Windows, macOS and Linux platforms. It is best suited to independent filmmakers who want broad pre-production coverage rather than a tool focused only on scheduling.
Pricing is organized around project duration or the number of active projects. Single-project plans start at €24.95 per month for one month and fall to €21.95 for three months, €18.95 for six months, €16.95 for 12 months and €14.95 for 18 months. Each includes one film project and unlimited project staff. For multiple parallel projects, subscriptions cost €59 per month for up to five projects, €99 for up to 10 projects and €289 for unlimited projects. A 7-day demo provides a short evaluation period, but there is no permanent free plan. The long-term single-project tier is the clearest fit for independent productions with a defined schedule.
Its strongest differentiator is breadth: production teams can connect script breakdowns to department breakdowns, stripboard schedules, cast and crew availability, locations, call sheets and daily production reports. Collaboration includes project access and permissions, email, chat, comments and notifications. Script workflows can connect with Final Draft, Celtx, DramaQueen, Adobe Story and Lockit Script. That range makes PreProducer a practical choice for teams coordinating several planning stages in one system. Productions needing only a lightweight scheduling tool may prefer a narrower alternative, while teams managing several concurrent projects should weigh the higher subscription tiers.
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PreProducer fact sheet
| Free plan | No |
|---|---|
| Paid from | €14.95/mo |
| Script breakdown | Yes |
| Scheduling views | Stripboard |
| Production-day limit | Not verified |
| Cast and crew tracking | Yes |
| Location management | Yes |
| Call-sheet support | Yes |
| Script file import | Not verified |
| Free trial | 7 days · no card needed |
| Deployment | Cloud |
| Platforms | Web, Windows, macOS, Linux |
| Compliance & security | GDPR |
| Support | Email, Phone, Tickets |
| Built for | Solo, Small business, Mid-market (editorial estimate) |
| Integrations | 5 integrations: Final Draft, Celtx, DramaQueen, Adobe Story, Lockit Script |
| Pricing | 7-day trial (source) |
| Website | preproducer.com |
| Facts checked | 21 Sep 2026 |
PreProducer integrations
PreProducer lists 5 integrations on its own site.
- Final Draft
- Celtx
- DramaQueen
- Adobe Story
- Lockit Script
Alternatives to PreProducer
- Production SlateA broad production workflow with a free plan and paid collaboration tools.8.8
- DramatifyA scheduling-focused production platform with deep planning, call sheets and integrations.8.7
- ScenePaperA free production hub covering breakdowns, scheduling, call sheets, budgets, and crew hiring.8.6
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