Scripts & Stories
Serialized drama template
Heavy continuity — every scene advances the season arc. Plan it part by part, time it to the second, then export to PDF, Word or Excel.
Free to start — no account needed.
The structure · 8 parts
- 01Cold open
- 02Act 1
- 03Act break
- 04Act 2
- 05B-plot
- 06Act break
- 07Act 3
- 08Cliffhanger
The exact rundown this template opens with — rename, reorder and time every block.
Centerdraft is a free story-structuring tool. Build a serialized drama block by block, reorder by drag, add timings and notes, then export to PDF, Word or Excel.
Frequently asked
How do you structure a serialized drama?
A serialized drama works well in 8 parts: Cold open, Act 1, Act break, Act 2, B-plot, Act break, Act 3, Cliffhanger. In Centerdraft you start from this outline, then drag, rename and time each part until it fits your story.
How many parts does a serialized drama have?
This template has 8 parts. They're a starting point, not a rule — add, remove or reorder them freely.
Can I customise the serialized drama template?
Yes. Every block can be renamed, recoloured, timed and annotated, and dragged into any order. When it's ready, export it to PDF, Word or Excel.
Is the serialized drama template free?
Yes — you can build a serialized drama and export it to PDF for free. Word and Excel export, watermark-free PDF and unlimited projects are part of Centerdraft Pro.
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