Generate Videos from Text Prompts using GPT-5 and Google Veo-3

This workflow contains community nodes that are only compatible with the self-hosted version of n8n.

🎬 GPT-5 Cinematic Video Generator (n8n + AI/ML API + Google Veo-3)
This n8n workflow transforms even a single word into a fully rendered cinematic video using Google Veo-3 image-to-video and prompt expansion with GPT-5. Ideal for rapid creative prototyping, content creation, and AI-driven video production.

🚀 Key Features

• Ultra-Short Input Ready – Works with just one keyword or a short idea.
• AI Prompt Expansion – GPT-5 adds cinematic elements: camera motion, mood, color palette, and composition.
• Automated Video Generation – Veo-3 i2v model creates smooth, visually appealing clips.
• Smart Polling – Waits until video is ready, with success/fail handling.
• Direct Output – Returns ready-to-use video URL for download or publishing.

🛠 Setup Guide

1. Create AI/ML API Credentials

   • Get your API key from AI/ML API Keys.
   • In n8n > Credentials, add AI/ML account (Bearer token).

2. (Optional) Change Image Source

   • Edit the Set image URL node to point to your desired still image for video generation.

3. Run from Chat

   • Send a word or short phrase via Chat Trigger to start the process.

4. (Optional) Extend Output

   • Add Google Drive upload, YouTube publish, or database logging nodes for a complete content pipeline.

💡 How It Works

1. Trigger – Receives chat input (keyword or brief).
2. Prompt Expansion – GPT-5 turns it into a cinematic, Veo-3-optimized description.
3. Video Creation – Sends prompt + image to Veo-3 image-to-video.
4. Polling – Checks generation status every 30 seconds until complete.
5. Result – Returns direct video URL, ready for your next steps.