Is OpenAI Sora shut down?

Yes. Sora web and app experiences ended on April 26, 2026. OpenAI's API deprecation schedule lists September 24, 2026 for the Videos API and Sora 2 endpoints.

Can I still use the Sora 2 API?

The listed shutdown date for the Videos API, sora-2, sora-2-pro, and their listed snapshots was September 24, 2026. The deprecation entry names no recommended replacement.

Why did OpenAI discontinue Sora?

The official discontinuation notice does not give a specific reason. Explanations about cost or strategy should be treated as attributed interpretation rather than confirmed causes.

Was all Sora data deleted on September 24?

The help notice does not establish that date as a universal deletion deadline. It says data will be deleted after discontinuation and after any final export window, if offered.

How can I check whether I can export Sora content?

Follow OpenAI's official instructions at sora.chatgpt.com/sunset and check account notifications. The notice says export requests are followed by an email when ready; availability is not guaranteed indefinitely.

What is the best Sora alternative?

Choose by workflow. Compare Gemini Omni Flash for conversational revisions, Veo 3.1 for native audio and extension, Runway for generation and editing, and Kling for motion and reference workflows.

Is Kling 3.0 still its latest promoted generation?

Kling's official homepage checked October 9, 2026 promotes Kling 4.0. Check the selected app model or API endpoint because availability can differ.

Has OpenAI named a direct Sora replacement?

The Sora API deprecation entry lists no recommended replacement. This does not rule out future announcements; check OpenAI's official sources for updates.

AI / Video Generation & Editing / OpenAI

OpenAI

OpenAI’s synchronized-audio video generation models for text- and image-guided clips through the Videos API; the standalone Sora consumer product was discontinued in April 2026.

Text-to-VideoImage-to-VideoNative AudioRemixDeveloper API

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Max Resolution

Sora 2: 720p · Sora 2 Pro: 720p / 1024p / 1080p

Max Duration

4 · 8 · 12 seconds via current Videos API

Generation Modes

Text-to-Video + Image-to-Video + Remix

Native Audio

Yes — synchronized audio

About OpenAI

Sora 2 and Sora 2 Pro are OpenAI video-and-audio generation models documented for the Videos API. Current API controls support text prompts, optional image references, 4/8/12-second clips and Remix. Sora 2 outputs 720p, while Sora 2 Pro supports 720p, 1024p and 1080p. The former standalone Sora consumer product and app were discontinued on April 26, 2026.

Specifications

Developer & Integration

2 specifications

API Access	Current documentation lists Videos API endpoints and Sora 2 / Sora 2 Pro models
Integrations	OpenAI Videos API

Overview

4 specifications

Main Specialization	Synced-audio generative video from text and image references
Target Audience	Developers and production teams using the OpenAI Videos API; former consumer Sora product discontinued
Best For	Short cinematic clips · realistic motion · dialogue/sound generation · image-guided video and API workflows
Current Model	Sora 2 / Sora 2 Pro (API models; legacy status shown in current docs)

Commercial & Business

1 specifications

Commercial Use

API use subject to OpenAI terms, policies and applicable rights

Pricing

2 specifications

Free Plan	No free API tier
Pricing model

Text-to-Video	Sora 2 / Sora 2 Pro text-to-video through the Videos API
Image-to-Video	Yes — optional input_reference image
Video-to-Video	Limited — current Videos API exposes Remix of completed Sora video jobs
Reference-to-Video	Yes — image reference asset
First & Last Frame	Not specified in current Videos API
Video Extension	Remix can direct continuation/changes; no dedicated extension parameter documented
Multi-Shot Generation	Not exposed as a dedicated current Videos API control
Generation Modes	Text-to-Video · Image-to-Video · Remix

Maximum Resolution	Sora 2: 720p · Sora 2 Pro: 720p / 1024p / 1080p
Maximum Clip Duration	4 · 8 · 12 seconds via current Videos API
Frame Rate	Not specified in current public Videos API reference
Aspect Ratios	Portrait and landscape · supported sizes depend on model/resolution
Upscaling	No standalone upscaling control documented in current Videos API

Camera Control	Prompt-driven / steerable; no dedicated camera-control API parameter documented
Motion Control	Prompt-driven; Sora 2 emphasizes improved physical accuracy and controllability
Character Consistency	Model supports coherent subjects, but no dedicated character-reference API parameter documented
Object Consistency	Improved physical realism/object permanence; no dedicated object-consistency control documented
Style Reference	Image reference can guide generation; expanded stylistic range
Character Reference	Former Sora app had Characters; current Videos API does not document a Characters endpoint
Prompt Adherence	Strong — enhanced steerability and high-fidelity direction following

AI Video Editing	Remix supported in current Videos API
Object Removal	Not exposed as a dedicated current Videos API control
Object Addition	Can be directed through Remix prompts; no dedicated object-add parameter
Background Replacement	Possible through Remix prompting; no dedicated background-replace parameter
Video Restyling	Yes — Remix can re-direct an existing generated video
Timeline Editor	No — former consumer Sora interface is discontinued
Text-Based Editing	Yes — Remix uses a refreshed text prompt

Native Audio Generation	Yes — synchronized audio
Sound Effects	Yes — synchronized sound effects
Music Generation	Audio generation is supported, but dedicated music-generation controls are not documented in Videos API
Voice / Dialogue	Yes — synchronized dialogue
Lip Sync	Dialogue is synchronized natively; no standalone lip-sync endpoint documented

OpenAI

About OpenAI

Specifications

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Overview

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Pricing

Generation

Quality & Output

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Editing

Audio

Platform & Developer

Pricing & Rights

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Reviews & Guides

OpenAI Sora Shut Down: What Happened and the Best Alternatives (2026)

Web App	No — Sora consumer product discontinued April 26, 2026
Mobile App	No current Sora consumer app availability; product discontinued April 26, 2026

Official Website	https://openai.com/index/sora-2/
Developer/API URL	https://platform.openai.com/docs/api-reference/videos
Pricing URL	https://developers.openai.com/api/docs/pricing
Model Version	Sora 2 / Sora 2 Pro
Last Verified	2026-10-05
Source URLs	OpenAI Sora 2 release · Sora 2 System Card · Videos API · Sora 2 Pro model page · API pricing