Video model by Alibaba
Happy Horse 1.1
Alibaba's video model with always-on native audio synthesis. Generates 3 to 10 second clips at 720p or 1080p with voices and sound baked in.
- Makes
- Text + Image to video
- Starts at
- $0.148 per second of video
- Plans
- Every plan, including Free
- Released
- June 23, 2026
Happy Horse 1.1 is Alibaba's answer to short, sound-first video generation. It always generates audio with the picture, which means voices, music, and ambient sound are synchronized by design. If you need natural-sounding short videos with sound built in, Happy Horse 1.1 is the model.
Why creators choose Happy Horse 1.1
Most video models treat audio as optional or an afterthought. Happy Horse 1.1 generates it from the start, so sound and picture sync perfectly without extra passes or dubbing steps. This changes the workflow: you describe what you want to hear and see, and Happy Horse 1.1 makes it all at once.
Native audio generation in one pass
Audio and video come out together, already synchronized. No separate dubbing step, no lipsync corrections, no out-of-sync guessing. The model handles it in one generation, which saves hours on every clip. For social content and shorts, this speed and built-in sync matter.
Short and punchy clips with character
A 3 to 10 second clip is the sweet spot for social content and short-form pieces. Happy Horse 1.1 packs motion, character, and sound into that window without bloat. The length constraint forces focus, which works well for TikTok, Reels, and YouTube Shorts.
Smooth motion with multi-character support
Happy Horse 1.1 handles multiple characters in a single clip. The model keeps faces consistent and motion smooth across characters, so a dialogue or multi-person scene stays coherent across all 10 seconds.
Lipsync and dialogue without extra steps
Character dialogue stays in sync with mouth movement automatically. Describe what you want each character to say, and the model generates matching motion and audio together.
Six aspect ratios for any format
Support for 21:9, 16:9, 4:3, 1:1, 3:4, and 9:16 means one brief can output for widescreen monitors, YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram Stories all at once. No separate generations for different platforms.
How to use Happy Horse 1.1 in Craze
Happy Horse 1.1 is built for creators who want sound baked in. Describe the video and any reference images, Craze handles the rest.
- Start a project and describe the video. Include the tone of voice or sound you want. Add reference images if you need specific characters or looks to appear.
- Pick Happy Horse 1.1 in the Models panel, or name it in chat. Craze shows the cost before planning.
- Craze plans the clip, writes the prompt with your references, and generates video and sound together.
- Review in the editor. Regenerate any shot that misses. The audio is already synced, so playback works immediately.
Specific references help. A character sheet, product shot, or location photo keeps the visuals consistent. Sound direction helps too: "upbeat narrator voice" is more useful than just "make it sound good."
Happy Horse 1.1 pricing
You pay $0.148 per second of video. The cost depends on resolution (720p or 1080p) and clip length. $0.148 per second of video covers both video and audio generation in the same price.
Use the cost calculator on this page to estimate any clip before you generate.
Who Happy Horse 1.1 is for
Social media shorts with personality
TikTok, Instagram Reels, and YouTube Shorts benefit from personality and sound. Happy Horse 1.1 delivers both in a short clip. The native audio and lipsync make social content feel polished without extra editing.
Product announcements with voiceover
A 10-second product reveal with a spokesperson voice is one generation. Reference images keep the product consistent. The voiceover syncs with motion automatically, so no re-dubbing if you want to adjust pacing.
Short-form branded spots and explainers
From hook to close in under 10 seconds, with sound that matches the mood. Happy Horse 1.1 builds short-form content fast. The built-in audio means you don't need a separate sound-design step.
Lip-synced character dialogue
The model generates dialogue and visuals in sync, which is useful for character-driven shorts or simple animated conversations. Two characters talking works as one generation, which saves time compared to generating video first and dubbing later.
Happy Horse 1.1 vs other models
Happy Horse 1.1 is built for short clips (3-10 seconds) with always-on native audio. Wan 3.0 goes up to 30 seconds, offers optional audio, and supports reference images and first/last frames. Choose Happy Horse 1.1 for punchy, sound-first content under 10 seconds. Choose Wan 3.0 for longer pieces, silent b-roll, or multi-shot sequences. For even longer content with more reference control, Seedance 2.5 runs up to 30 seconds.
Happy Horse 1.1 specs on Craze
| Task | Inputs | Resolution | Length | Aspect ratios | Sound |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Text to video | Text prompt | 720p, 1080p | 3 to 10 s | 21:9, 16:9, 4:3, 1:1, 3:4, 9:16 | Always generated |
| Image to video | First frame, Last frame | 720p, 1080p | 3 to 10 s | Follows the input | Always generated |
Frequently asked questions
Happy Horse 1.1 is a video generation model from Alibaba that creates short clips with native audio always generated together with the video. It's built on a single transformer that processes text, image, and audio in one pass.
Alibaba announced and released Happy Horse 1.1 on June 23, 2026, as an upgrade to the original Happy Horse 1.0 with improved motion, better lipsync, and enhanced native audio.
Happy Horse 1.1 generates clips from 3 to 10 seconds on Craze. Sound is generated together with the video in every generation.
Happy Horse 1.1 generates at 720p or 1080p on Craze. Both resolutions support native audio generation.
Yes. Happy Horse 1.1 always generates audio together with the video. The model is built to include voices and sound from the start, which keeps the audio and motion synchronized.
You pay $0.148 per second of video. The cost depends on resolution and duration. Use the cost calculator on this page to estimate the price of any clip.
every Craze plan, including Free.
Yes. Happy Horse 1.1 supports text-to-video and image-to-video on Craze. You can describe the video, add a reference image as a first frame, or both.
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