Open source models are crazy. Alibaba just dropped Wan 2.2 Animate, a new model that can animate any character based on a simple souce image. It handles facial expressions and body movements like no other model. 10 insane examples: (sound on)
Unlimited WAN 2.2 Video Generator: 27B MoE Cinematic AI Model
Developed by Alibaba, this next-generation video generation AI uses a 27B-parameter Mixture-of-Experts architecture with 14B parameters active per generation step, delivering noticeably enhanced visual quality. It delivers breakthrough performance for cinematic video creation, with tighter motion control, faster generation times, and advantages from an expanded training dataset.
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Wan 2.2 Animate is CRAZY and it actually excels at 3 things from my tests: 1. Lip syncing (so far the best open source I have seen, beating Runway Act2) 2. Consistent lighting & shadows with color tone replication when you swap a character 3. It keeps the replacement character Show more
Wan 2.2 Animate Lip syncing Test. Definitely way better than Runway Act2 in my opinion. Takes about 8 minutes for a HD video to be processed at 720p vertical (reels style)
You've probably seen viral character swaps from Wan 2.2 Animate. But now you can swap the character AND background using a reference video + new image. I turned myself into a YouTuber in Paris. How it works 👇
New tool to swap characters in a video: Wan 2.2 Animate Spent a few hours testing it out this weekend and have some thoughts on strengths + weaknesses. It's particularly strong at videos like this where you need to replicate lip sync and body movement. Other tips ⬇️
Wan 2.2 Animate is actually Crazy!! You can replace characters from a simple source image. No need to first frame anymore. It handles facial expressions and body movements like no other model I have ever seen. It is open source and free to use, that's the crazy part!
pretty much the end for dancing influencers lol… wan 2.2 animate can not only copy crazy camera moves, but it literally mimics body moves and.. even facial expressions accurately like honestly… can you even tell which one’s the real video?
omg... it's over... Hollywood has officially been left behind you can swap out any actor from any film in one click using Higgsfield’s Wan Replace, it even works with intense camera motion now, anyone can achieve Hollywood level motion control using AI here’s how to do it:
Just tried Wan2.2-Animate... and HOLY SMOKES, it's PERFECT! 🤯 @Alibaba_Wan
What used to take hours in After Effects now takes just ONE prompt. Nano Banana, Seedream 4, Wan 2.2, Runway Aleph et al are pioneering instruction-based editing -- collapsing complex VFX pipelines into a single, implicit step. Here's everything you need to know in 10 mins:Â Show more
What's WAN 2.2
Alibaba's breakthrough Mixture-of-Experts video generation model with revolutionary architecture and cinematic quality
27B TotalModel Parameters
14B ActivePer Denoising Step
+65.6%More Training Images
+83.2%More Training Videos
WAN 2.2 introduces a groundbreaking Mixture-of-Experts (MoE) architecture with 27B total parameters and 14B active per denoising step, achieving unprecedented cinematic quality.
27B TotalModel Parameters
14B ActivePer Denoising Step
+65.6%More Training Images
+83.2%More Training Videos
What's WAN 2.2
Alibaba's breakthrough Mixture-of-Experts video generation model with revolutionary architecture and cinematic quality
WAN 2.2 introduces a groundbreaking Mixture-of-Experts (MoE) architecture with 27B total parameters and 14B active per denoising step, achieving unprecedented cinematic quality.
Advanced Capabilities of WAN 2.2
Discover game-changing performance that makes WAN 2.2 the most powerful AI video generation model available today, powered by innovative Mixture-of-Experts architecture and delivering unprecedented cinematic output quality
Mixture-of-Experts Architecture
This groundbreaking dual-expert system holds 27B total parameters with 14B active per generation step, using specialized dedicated modules for high-noise and low-noise inputs to maximize computational efficiency and boost final video quality.
Massively Expanded Training Data
Trained on 65.6% more images and 83.2% more videos than WAN 2.1, this model leverages curated aesthetic data tagged with detailed labels for lighting, composition, and color grading to consistently produce cinematic outputs.
Enhanced Motion Consistency
Delivers outstanding temporal coherence with seamless object interactions, complex full-body movements, and fluid camera motions that accurately replicate real-world physics and dynamic behavior.
Multi-Resolution Support
Supports both 480p and 720p video generation with configurable aspect ratios including 16:9, 9:16, 1:1, 4:3, and 3:4 for diverse creative projects and unique platform requirements.
Flexible Frame Control
Generate videos ranging from 65-257 frames (up to 5 seconds) at 8-30 FPS, giving creators precise control over video duration and temporal dynamics to match a wide range of creative needs.
Advanced Text-to-Video Generation
Transform detailed text prompts into high-quality videos with superior understanding of complex descriptions, action sequences, and scene compositions thanks to upgraded language processing.
Premium Image-to-Video Conversion
Convert static images into dynamic videos with the 14B A14B model, preserving core visual consistency while adding realistic motion and temporal depth to original still imagery.
Consumer GPU Optimization
Runs efficiently on NVIDIA RTX 4090 and similar consumer hardware, putting professional-grade AI video generation within reach for creators without access to expensive enterprise-level equipment.
High-Quality Cinematic Output
Produces cinema-quality videos with boosted visual fidelity, realistic lighting, professional color grading, and natural motion blur that rivals output from traditional video production workflows.
Intelligent Prompt Processing
Advanced prompt expansion and safety checking capabilities deliver optimal results while upholding content appropriateness and preserving your core creative intent through sophisticated language understanding.
Recallable Task System
Built-in task recall functionality lets you retrieve pending or in-progress video generations, supporting seamless workflow continuity and more efficient resource management for creators.
Open Source Accessibility
Released under the Apache 2.0 license with full model weights and inference code publicly available, empowering researchers and developers to build on this technology for new innovative applications.
WAN 2.2 Frequently Asked Questions
Get answers to the most common questions about WAN 2.2's Mixture-of-Experts architecture, core capabilities, and practical usage
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WAN 2.2 uses an innovative dual-expert system that counts 27B total parameters overall, but activates only 14B parameters per individual denoising step. Dedicated high-noise and low-noise experts split the work to maximize computational efficiency, without sacrificing the top-tier video quality the model delivers. This design enables faster inference while producing better output than traditional single-model approaches.
WAN 2.2 generates videos up to 5 seconds (65-257 frames) at 480p and 720p resolutions with configurable aspect ratios (16:9, 9:16, 1:1, 4:3, 3:4). It supports 8-30 FPS frame rates, comes in both 5B and 14B parameter variants for text-to-video, and includes a premium 14B model for image-to-video conversion with full cinema-grade aesthetic controls.
WAN 2.2 uses English prompts and supports three distinct prompt frameworks: Basic (Subject + Scene + Motion), Advanced (adds Aesthetic Control + Stylization), and Image-to-Video (Motion Description + Camera Movement). For best results, use specific cinematic terms like 'dolly in', 'static shot', clear lighting descriptions, and targeted stylization keywords. The model supports up to 512 tokens per prompt.
WAN 2.2 ships with built-in safety checkers and content filtering systems that can be enabled during the generation process. The model follows responsible AI guidelines with built-in content appropriateness checks, though specific safety settings can be adjusted to fit individual use case requirements. Under the Apache 2.0 license terms, users are responsible for ensuring all content generated is ethical and compliant.
WAN 2.2 offers three main variants: 5B text-to-video (efficient, consumer-friendly), A14B text-to-video (premium quality, superior motion control), and A14B image-to-video (specialized for image animation with enhanced visual consistency). The A14B models deliver improved cinematic quality and motion fidelity, but require more computational resources to run.
WAN 2.2 requires substantial computational resources, with A14B models recommended for systems with 80GB+ VRAM to get optimal performance. Consumer GPUs like RTX 4090 can run all WAN 2.2 variants, though they will produce longer generation times. Current limitations include a maximum 5-second video duration, English-only prompt support, and a reliance on high-quality input prompts to achieve the best results.
How to Use WAN 2.2 for Text-to-Video Generation
Master the art of creating professional-quality videos from text prompts using WAN 2.2's advanced Mixture-of-Experts architecture and cinematic controls
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Craft Your Text Prompt2
Configure Video Parameters3
Generate and RefineWrite detailed English prompts using WAN 2.2's prompt formulas. Use the Basic Formula (Subject + Scene + Motion) for simple videos, or the Advanced Formula (Subject Description + Scene Description + Motion Description + Aesthetic Control + Stylization) for professional results. Include specific cinematic terms like camera angles, lighting conditions, and visual styles.
How to Use WAN 2.2 Image-to-Video
Learn how to transform static images into cinematic videos using WAN 2.2's advanced image-to-video generation capabilities
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Upload Your Image2
Write Motion Description3
Generate & DownloadUpload a high-quality image (JPEG/PNG) that you want to animate. The image should have clear subjects and good composition for best results.
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