Checklist Comparison
Compare Gorilla Scheduling to Movie Magic Scheduling
Movie Magic Scheduling has long been one of the best-known names in production scheduling. Gorilla Scheduling is built for filmmakers, assistant directors, producers, production managers, and film schools who want a practical workflow from screenplay import to breakdown sheets, stripboards, reports, call sheets, and budgeting.
Use this checklist to compare key scheduling features and decide which tool fits your production workflow.
Note: Pricing and features can change. This page is intended as a helpful comparison guide for filmmakers evaluating scheduling software. Please review each company’s current product information before purchasing.
Pricing Snapshot
| Product |
Monthly |
Yearly |
Notes |
| Gorilla Scheduling |
$24.99
per month |
$199
per year |
Includes Gorilla Scheduling workflow tools for breakdowns, stripboards, reports, and production planning. |
| Movie Magic Scheduling |
$39.99
per month |
$279.88
per year |
EP currently also displays a limited-time annual introductory price. |
Feature Checklist
| Scheduling Feature |
Gorilla Scheduling |
Movie Magic Scheduling |
| Breakdown sheets |
✓ |
✓ |
| Stripboard scheduling |
✓ |
✓ |
| Import Final Draft screenplay files |
✓ |
Limited / varies by workflow |
| Import screenplay from PDF |
✓ |
Check current version |
| On-screen screenplay tagging |
✓ |
Check current version |
| Breakdown Assistant AI available |
✓
With Gorilla Premium |
Check current version |
| Scene summaries imported into schedule |
✓
Gorilla 11 |
Check current version |
| Styled screenplay display with bold, italics, underline, and colors |
✓
Gorilla 11 |
Check current version |
| Dual dialogue display support |
✓
Gorilla 11 |
Check current version |
| Actors and crew database |
✓ |
Check current version |
| Cast and crew call times |
✓ |
Check current version |
| Call sheet tools / Koala Call Sheets option |
✓ |
Separate workflow may be required |
| Location module |
✓ |
Check current version |
| Day out of Days reports |
✓ |
✓ |
| Production reports |
✓ |
Check current version |
| Storyboard and shot list tools |
✓ |
Check current version |
| Export schedule to Final Draft |
✓ |
Check current version |
| Link scheduling workflow with budgeting workflow |
✓
With Gorilla Combo Pack |
Separate Movie Magic product required |
Why Choose Gorilla Scheduling?
Script-to-Schedule Workflow
Gorilla Scheduling is built around the practical path from screenplay import to breakdown sheets, elements, stripboards, reports, and production planning.
Gorilla 11 Adds AI Assistance
With Gorilla Premium, Breakdown Assistant AI can help suggest production elements from imported screenplays while keeping the filmmaker in control.
Scheduling and Budgeting Together
Gorilla Scheduling can work with Gorilla Budgeting through the Combo Pack, helping producers move from breakdown and schedule to production cost planning.
Film School Friendly
Gorilla is a strong fit for teaching assistant directing, producing, production management, script breakdowns, scheduling, reports, and production paperwork.
Try Gorilla Scheduling Before You Decide
The best way to compare scheduling software is to try the workflow yourself. Download the demo, import a screenplay, create breakdown sheets, build a stripboard, and see how Gorilla fits your production.
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