Hi Open Assistant, can you tell me how many scenes, characters, and locations, are in an average screenplay?
Hello.

The number of scenes, characters, and locations in a screenplay can vary greatly depending on the project. There is no set rule for the exact amount, and these elements can differ widely based on the story, genre, and format.

For a feature-length screenplay, the average number of pages ranges from 90 to 120, with a typical length of around 110 pages. The number of scenes can range from as few as 20 to as many as 100. The average number of main characters is between 4 to 8, but some screenplays may have as many as 20 or as few as one or two. The number of locations can also vary, with some screenplays having only one or two locations and others having 20 or more.

The appropriate number of scenes, characters, and locations will depend on the story being told, the format of the screenplay, and the budget for the project. To determine the best number, it is important to carefully consider these elements and make decisions based on the needs of the specific project.

Here are a few sources you can refer to for more information:

The Screenwriter's Bible by David Trottier
Screenplay: The Foundations of Screenwriting by Syd Field
Story: Substance, Structure, Style, and the Principles of Screenwriting by Robert McKee.
Thank you. Can you tell me an example screenplay which has only one character in it?
Certainly! Here is an example of a screenplay with only one character: 

Title: Solitude

Fade In:

INT. SMALL CABIN - DAY

A middle-aged man named JIM sits at a small table, staring out the window at the vast wilderness surrounding him. He looks tired and worn, with a thick beard and unkempt hair. He speaks to himself in a low voice.

JIM
(to himself)
Another day alone in this godforsaken place.

Jim stands up and walks to the shelves, where he rummages through a small box of supplies. He pulls out a photo and looks at it, a tear rolling down his cheek.

JIM (CONT'D)
(whispering)
I miss you, my love.

Jim sets down the photo and walks outside, taking in the fresh air. He approaches a nearby river and dips his hand in the water, feeling the coolness on his skin.

JIM (CONT'D)
(sighs)
This is my punishment. I should never have left you.

Jim continues to wander, lost in his thoughts. The sun begins to set, casting long shadows over the trees.

JIM (CONT'D)
(to the sky)
What have I done to deserve this?

Fade to black.

THE END