House of Games Screenplay by David Mamet Vintage First Edition First Printing Paperback Edition House of Games is a 1987 American neo-noir heist thriller film directed by David Mamet, his directorial debut. He also wrote the screenplay, based on a story he co-wrote with Jonathan Katz. The film's cast includes Lindsay Crouse, Joe Mantegna, Ricky Jay, and J. T. Walsh. Nominated for Golden Globes Best Screenplay. Won Venice Film Festival Best Screenplay.