Grok Imagine is xAI’s multimodal image-to-video model, capable of animating still images into cinematic videos from 6 to 30 seconds with synchronized ambient audio. It focuses on realism, fluid motion, and expressive lighting transitions while maintaining high generation speed.
About this model
Grok Imagine is xAI’s breakthrough solution in the realm of multimodal image-to-video generation, designed to transform your static images into captivating cinematic experiences. With a focus on realism, fluid motion, and expressive lighting transitions, Grok Imagine leverages cutting-edge artificial intelligence to deliver short videos (~6 seconds) that not only animate your visuals but also synchronize with ambient audio to provide an immersive experience. The model is engineered for high generation speed, ensuring your creative visions materialize in real time.
Built on sophisticated deep learning architectures, Grok Imagine distinguishes itself with unparalleled versatility and efficiency. Whether you're animating subtle scenic transitions or producing dynamic, adventure-style visual narratives, this model adapts to your creative prompt with precision. Its unique combination of technical prowess and artistic sensitivity makes it an ideal choice for content creators, marketers, and developers looking to enhance digital storytelling through automated, high-quality video generation.
Cost analysis
| Provider | Cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| muapiapp | $0.15 per generation | muapiapp offers a highly competitive rate, making it 20-50% more affordable than its competitors while delivering cutting-edge quality. |
| Fal.ai | $0.25 per generation | Although Fal.ai charges a similar price rate to Replicate, muapiapp stands out by being 20-50% cheaper with comparable or superior quality. |
| Replicate | $0.25 per generation | Both Replicate and Fal.ai price their services similarly. In contrast, muapiapp delivers the same high-end output at a significantly reduced cost. |
muapiapp offers a highly competitive rate, making it 20-50% more affordable than its competitors while delivering cutting-edge quality.
Although Fal.ai charges a similar price rate to Replicate, muapiapp stands out by being 20-50% cheaper with comparable or superior quality.
Both Replicate and Fal.ai price their services similarly. In contrast, muapiapp delivers the same high-end output at a significantly reduced cost.
* Competitor pricing is estimated based on similar model architectures and usage tiers.
Configuration schema
| Parameter | Type | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prompt | string | Text prompt describing the video. Reference uploaded images using @image(n) followed by a space — e.g. @image1 a sunset over the ocean. | @image1 Camera glides through vines toward temple entrance, mist disperses as sunlight pierces canopy, birds fly off, subtle dust motes in the air, adventure-style cinematic score. |
| Aspect Ratio | Enum (5 options) | Aspect ratio of the output video. Note: ignored when only a single image is provided. | 2:3 |
| Mode | Enum (3 options) | Note: When generating videos using external image inputs, Spicy mode is not supported and will automatically switch to Normal. | normal |
| Resolution | Enum (2 options) | Output video resolution. | 480p |
| Duration (seconds) | int | Video duration in seconds (6–30). Cost: $0.025/s at 480p, $0.05/s at 720p. | 6 |
Text prompt describing the video. Reference uploaded images using @image(n) followed by a space — e.g. @image1 a sunset over the ocean.
@image1 Camera glides through vines toward temple entrance, mist disperses as sunlight pierces canopy, birds fly off, subtle dust motes in the air, adventure-style cinematic score.Aspect ratio of the output video. Note: ignored when only a single image is provided.
2:3Note: When generating videos using external image inputs, Spicy mode is not supported and will automatically switch to Normal.
normalOutput video resolution.
480pVideo duration in seconds (6–30). Cost: $0.025/s at 480p, $0.05/s at 720p.
6Developer documentation
Prepare Your Inputs
images_list field (maximum 1 image).Configure the Settings
fun, normal, or spicy (note that when using external image inputs, the model automatically switches spicy mode to normal).Submit and Generate
/grok-imagine-image-to-video.Review and Iterate
Frequently asked
Grok Imagine supports high-resolution images provided via file upload or URL. For optimal results, use images with clear details and strong visual elements.
The generation process is optimized for speed and typically produces a cinematic video in just a few moments after submission, depending on the complexity of your prompt and system load.
Each mode adjusts the video generation style. 'Fun' offers a playful rendition, 'normal' provides a balanced and true-to-life output, while 'spicy' (when available) intensifies the visual effects. Note that 'spicy' mode is automatically switched to 'normal' when external image inputs are used.