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How Long Should A Wedding Video Be?

If you want a creative, cinematic highlight wedding video showing all the best bits of the day, you can expect it to be shorter, somewhere in the 3-5 minute range…

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between a cinematic wedding film and a documentary wedding film?

Cinematic wedding films focus on a creative, highlights-driven approach, usually between 3-7 minutes, and incorporate music, sound bites, and sometimes drone footage. Documentary wedding films are longer, typically 60-90 minutes, and show the day in a slower-paced, comprehensive manner.

How long is a typical cinematic wedding film?

Cinematic wedding films are usually in the 5-minute range, though they can vary from 3 to 15 minutes depending on the wedding’s size and complexity.

Should I choose a shorter or longer cinematic wedding film for my wedding?

For smaller, low-key weddings or elopements, a 5-minute cinematic film is often ideal. For larger, more visually exciting weddings, a 15-minute feature film may be more suitable to include more moments and details.

How long is a traditional documentary wedding film?

Documentary wedding films typically range from 60 to 90 minutes or longer, depending on the length of your wedding day and the hours your videographer films.

What should I consider when deciding the length of my wedding video?

Consider your personal preference for style and pacing, the size and complexity of your wedding, and the type of footage you want included. Watching sample videos and noting your reaction to their lengths can help guide your decision.

Investment

I film a limited number of weddings each year so I can give each one proper time in planning, filming and the edit.

My collections are set up for larger, family-centred days and full weekend celebrations, where film is a key part of the budget and the experience.

THREE DAY

SIGNATURE COLLECTION

Filmmaker & Editor - Christopher Oxley

Complete Wedding Day Coverage
Welcome Dinner Coverage
Day After Coverage
Love Story Interviews

1 Minute Teaser Trailer
15 Minute Wedding Film
Full (Multi-Cam) Ceremony Edit
Full (Multi-Cam) Speeches Edit

£5,950

EMBELLISHMENTS

Additional Filmmaker - £800 /day
30 Day Express Turnaround - £1,200
Documentary Edit - £750

TWO DAY

Heritage COLLECTION

Filmmaker & Editor - Christopher Oxley

Complete Wedding Day Coverage
Welcome Dinner Coverage
Love Story Interviews

1 Minute Teaser Trailer
10 Minute Wedding Film
Full (Multi-Cam) Ceremony Edit
Full (Multi-Cam) Speeches Edit

£4,950

EMBELLISHMENTS

Additional Filmmaker - £800 /day
30 Day Express Turnaround - £1,200
Documentary Edit - £750

Bride walking on the beach in her wedding dress at Newton Hall
ONE DAY

DELUXE COLLECTION

Filmmaker & Editor - Christopher Oxley

Coverage - Prep to 30 Mins After Your First Dance

1 Minute Teaser Trailer
10 Minute Wedding Film
Full (Multi-Cam) Ceremony Edit
Full (Multi-Cam) Speeches Edit

£3,500

EMBELLISHMENTS

Additional Filmmaker - £800
Extended Coverage - £200 /hr
Documentary Edit - £750

ONE DAY

BIJOU COLLECTION

Filmmaker & Editor - Christopher Oxley

Coverage - Prep to 30 Mins After Your First Dance

5 Minute Highlight Film

£2,500

EMBELLISHMENTS

Full (Multi-cam) Ceremony & Speeches Edits - £500
Additional Filmmaker - £800
Extended Coverage - £200 /hour
Documentary Edit - £750

Investment

I film a limited number of weddings each year so I can give each one proper time in planning, filming and the edit.

My collections are set up for larger, family-centred days and full weekend celebrations, where film is a key part of the budget and the experience.

Download my brochure for guide pricing, example collections and what is included.

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I work with up to twenty couples a year. If you are planning a big, emotional day and your wedding film is a priority, I would love to hear about it.

Share a few details about you, your date and your venue using the enquiry form. I will come back to you personally to let you know my availability and suggest a time for a short call.

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