Fondo · Feb 2026
Third-party launch note describing Focal as an AI movie studio that turns books/screenplays into movies and highlights the product workflow from script adaptation to clip generation and lip-syncing.
AI video creation tool for TV shows and movies
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Updated Jul 29, 2026
Overview
Focal is a YC W24, San Francisco-based AI video creation platform that turns scripts and books into TV-style movies using a multi-model, credit-based SaaS workflow; public sources list only co-founders Robert Cunningham and Felix Wang, with no separate CEO clearly disclosed.
Primary product
Agentic AI video creation platform for making TV shows and movies from scripts/books
Founded
2023
Headquarters
San Francisco, California, United States
Team size
1-10
Industry
Software Development
Sub-industry
AI video creation / generative media
Offices
San Francisco, California, United States
Open Positions
2 jobs at Focal
Sales Lead - Los Angeles / SoCal
RemoteSalesLos Angeles County / Orange County / San Diego County3w ago
Remote