What is the standard frame rate used in film production?

The standard frame rate used in film production is 24 frames per second (fps). This frame rate has been the industry standard for decades, originally chosen because it provided a good balance between motion fluidity and the cost of film stock used for shooting. At 24 fps, motion is captured smoothly enough to appear natural while minimizing the amount of film needed, thereby reducing production costs. This frame rate has become so entrenched in the filmmaking process that many filmmakers continue to use it today, even in the digital age, for its cinematic quality.

In contrast, higher frame rates like 30 fps or 60 fps are typically used in television broadcasting and certain types of video production, where smoother motion portrayal is desired, but they do not carry the same aesthetic traditionally associated with cinema. Lower frame rates like 15 fps can result in choppy motion and are generally not suitable for mainstream film production.