Runway is an applied AI research company building general world models and simulation engines. Founded in New York, Runway develops cutting-edge generative AI tools that empower creators, filmmakers, and artists to push boundaries of visual storytelling. Runway's flagship products include Gen-2 and Gen-4.5 (Whisper Thunder), revolutionary text-to-video and image-to-video tools enabling anyone to generate cinematic, photorealistic video content from text prompts or still images. Built by team that "fits onto two school buses," Runway challenges largest technology companies worldwide, earning recognition as pioneers in AI-powered creative tools. The platform democratizes filmmaking and content creation, offering features including Motion Brush, Motion Slider, and advanced video generation capabilities. Runway serves professional filmmakers, content creators, marketing teams, and independent artists worldwide, proving that cutting-edge AI technology can be accessible, empowering storytellers to transform imagination into reality without traditional production barriers or massive budgets.