Read & Download the Scripts of David Fincher's Best Movies
See how the director brings visuals to all these different genres.
Jul 08, 2025
One of my favorite directors out there is David Fincher. He's played with lots of different genres, and his touch on these movies is undeniable. I love that he works with different writers and absorbs a lot of different points of view.
Today, I thought it would be cool to look at the screenplays for all the movies he's directed and see how he translates them to the screen.
This is for educational and research purposes only!
Let's dive in.
Read and Download These David Fincher Script PDFs
Known for his meticulously crafted and often dark and stylish thrillers, David Fincher is a critically acclaimed American film director and producer. His work is characterized by its psychological depth, intricate narratives, and a signature visual style often employing low-key lighting and a muted color palette.
The Killer (2023)
Screenplay by Andrew Kevin Walker
Mank (2020)
Screenplay by Jack Fincher
Gone Girl (2014)
Screenplay by Gillian Flynn
House of Cards (2013)
Teleplay by Beau Willimon
Girl with the Dragon Tattoo (2011)
Screenplay by Steven Zaillian
The Social Network (2010)
Screenplay by Aaron Sorkin
Zodiac (2007)
Screenplay by Jamie Vanderbilt
Panic Room (2002)
Screenplay by David Koepp
Fight Club (1999)
Screenplay by Jim Uhls
The Game (1997)
Screenplay by John Brancato & Michael Ferris
Seven (1995)
Screenplay by Andrew Kevin Walker
Alien 3 (1992)
Screenplay by Walter Hill & David Giler
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