Stephen Colbert Launches Scripto with $5M Seed Round to Modernize Hollywood Writing
Stephen Colbert has secured $5 million in seed funding for his screenwriting software company, Scripto, aiming to replace traditional PDF workflows in Hollywood. The tool, originally developed for The Colbert Report, now serves major late-night shows, awards ceremonies, and video game studios. Colbert, who recently left The Late Show, is positioning himself as a tech entrepreneur focused on improving collaborative writing processes for entertainment professionals.