Grok ImagineGrok Imagine 1.5 — AI Image-to-Video Generator
Turn a single photo into a cinematic multi-shot video
Grok Imagine 1.5 (preview) is xAI's latest image-to-video model. Upload one reference image and it animates it into a fluid, cinematic clip — keeping the same face, body, and identity locked across every shot. Generate up to 15 seconds at 480p or 720p, watermark-free.
Specs
Grok Imagine video models on imagine-grok.com
Limits for a single generation, taken from the same configuration the generator uses.
| Spec | Grok Imagine 1.5 |
|---|---|
| Input | Image to video |
| Reference images | Required, 1 to 7 |
| Length per generation | 1–15 seconds |
| Resolution | 480p, 720p |
| Aspect ratios | Auto, 16:9, 9:16, 1:1, 4:3, 3:4, 3:2, 2:3 |
| Prompt length | Up to 4 000 characters |
| Credits | 1 credit per second at 480p; 4 credits per second at 720p |
| Free plan | Paid plans only |
Need a longer clip? Video Extend adds 6 or 10 seconds to a video you've made (paid plans). For 1080p, switch to another video model in the same workspace. Last checked 2026-10-21.
How to Use Grok Imagine 1.5
From a Single Photo to a Cinematic Clip in 4 Steps
Upload Your Image
Pick a clear, well-lit reference photo of the subject you want to animate. Grok Imagine 1.5 uses it as the identity lock for the whole video.
Describe the Action
Add an optional prompt describing the scene, motion, mood, and shot sequence. The more specific you are, the more cinematic the result.
Set Duration & Resolution
Choose a length from 1 to 15 seconds, select 480p or 720p, and pick an aspect ratio (Auto follows your source image).
Generate & Download
Click Generate and Grok Imagine 1.5 renders your clip. Preview it for free, then download in high quality on any paid plan — watermark-free, ready to share.
Grok Imagine 1.5 Features
Next-Gen Image-to-Video, Built for Character Consistency
Identity-Locked Consistency
Grok Imagine 1.5 keeps the exact same person — face, body, and silhouette — across every shot of your video. No morphing, no doubles, no drifting features between cuts.
One-Click Image-to-Video
Upload a single reference image and Grok Imagine 1.5 animates it into a cinematic clip with natural motion, camera movement, and realistic detail.
Up to 15-Second Clips
Generate videos from 1 to 15 seconds. Pick a short loop or a longer multi-shot sequence — the identity stays locked the whole way through.
Multi-Genre Cinematic Montages
Drive your reference subject through different locations, costumes, lighting, and framing in one continuous montage while always featuring the same character.
Flexible Aspect Ratios
Choose Auto to follow your source image, or pick 16:9, 9:16, 1:1, 4:3, 3:4, 3:2, or 2:3 to fit any platform — from cinematic landscape to vertical Reels.
480p & 720p Output
Render at 480p for fast, affordable drafts or 720p for sharper detail. Every clip is watermark-free, and paid plans include downloads and a commercial license for social media and commercial use.
Who Uses Grok Imagine 1.5
Image-to-Video for Every Creator
Social Media Creators
Turn a single portrait into scroll-stopping Reels, Shorts, and TikToks. Grok Imagine 1.5 keeps your subject consistent so every clip feels on-brand.
Marketing & Brand Teams
Animate product shots and model photos into short promos and ad creatives — without an expensive shoot or losing visual identity.
Filmmakers & Storyboarders
Pre-visualize a character across multiple shots from one still. The identity lock keeps the same actor on screen through every beat of the montage.
Personal & Fan Projects
Bring a favorite photo to life as a cinematic montage. Grok Imagine 1.5 makes one image feel like a scene from a real movie.
Grok Imagine 1.5 FAQ
Everything About Grok Imagine 1.5 Image-to-Video
Grok Imagine 1.5 is xAI's latest image-to-video preview model. It animates a single reference image into a cinematic clip while keeping the subject's identity — face, body, and silhouette — locked across every shot. Clips run up to 15 seconds at 480p or 720p.
Grok Imagine 1.5 is focused on image-to-video with significantly stronger character and identity consistency, making it ideal for multi-shot montages of the same subject. The standard Grok Imagine video model also supports text-to-video and synchronized audio.
Yes. Grok Imagine 1.5 is an image-to-video model, so a reference image is required. Add an optional text prompt to direct the motion, shots, and mood of the generated clip.
You can generate clips from 1 to 15 seconds, with 8 seconds as the default. Longer durations are great for multi-shot montages while the identity stays locked throughout.
Grok Imagine 1.5 outputs at 480p or 720p. Use 480p for fast, low-cost drafts and 720p when you want sharper detail for final clips.
You can choose Auto (which follows your source image), or set a fixed ratio: 16:9, 9:16, 1:1, 4:3, 3:4, 3:2, or 2:3 — covering landscape, vertical, and square formats.
Grok Imagine 1.5 uses per-second billing, identical to Grok Imagine: 480p costs about 1 credit per second and 720p about 4 credits per second. For example, an 8-second 480p clip is 8 credits. A limited-time promo applies to 480p.
Yes — identity lock is the core strength of Grok Imagine 1.5. The same face, body, and silhouette are preserved across every cut, even when the location, lighting, costume, and framing change between shots.
Yes. All clips generated with Grok Imagine 1.5 are watermark-free, and every paid plan includes downloads and a commercial license — perfect for social content, ads, product demos, and presentations. Free users can generate and preview clips before upgrading.
Start with a clear, well-lit reference image of your subject. Write a specific prompt describing the shots, motion, and mood you want. Use the Auto aspect ratio to follow your source image, and try 720p for the sharpest final output.