Runway AI Video Generation MCP Server: Install & Setup

Install Runway AI Video Generation in Claude Code

Claude Code

claude mcp add runway-ai-video-generation -e RUNWAY_API_KEY=... -- uvx runway-mcp-server

mcp.json (Claude Desktop, Cursor, VS Code, Windsurf)

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "runway-ai-video-generation": {
      "command": "uvx",
      "args": [
        "runway-mcp-server"
      ],
      "env": {
        "RUNWAY_API_KEY": "..."
      }
    }
  }
}

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Frequently asked questions

What does the Runway AI Video Generation MCP server do?

AI video generation with Gen-4, Veo 3, and Aleph editing. Text-to-video, image-to-video, 4K upscale

Is the Runway AI Video Generation MCP server free?

The server is free, but you will likely need an account. The server itself is free, but it connects to a service that needs an account or API key, which may have paid tiers. Check the provider for current pricing.

Does Runway AI Video Generation run locally or remotely?

Local. Runs on your machine (stdio). You install it with npx, uvx, Docker or from source.

How do I add Runway AI Video Generation to Claude Code?

Run: claude mcp add runway-ai-video-generation -e RUNWAY_API_KEY=... -- uvx runway-mcp-server

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