1. written scripts for movies or television shows, containing dialogue, stage directions, and scene descriptions

Examples

• The director reviewed several screenplays before choosing one to film.
• She spent months writing screenplays for independent films.
• The studio bought three screenplays from emerging writers.
• His screenplays always feature strong character development.
• The contest accepts only original screenplays under 120 pages.
• Many successful screenplays are adapted from novels.