House of Cards
Set in Washington, D.C., the series follows Frank Underwood, a ruthless Democratic Congressman and House Majority Whip. After being passed over for a promised appointment as Secretary of State, Underwood embarks on a calculated quest for power and revenge against those who betrayed him.
Released: 2013-02-01
Creator:
Beau Willimon
Network: Netflix
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Characters
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Francis J. Underwood
Kevin Spacey
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Claire Underwood
Robin Wright
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Zoe Barnes
Kate Mara
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Peter Russo
Corey Stoll
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Douglas "Doug" Stamper
Michael Kelly
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Linda Vasquez
Sakina Jaffrey
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Christina Gallagher
Kristen Connolly
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Lucas Goodwin
Sebastian Arcelus
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Janine Skorsky
Constance Zimmer
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Remy Danton
Mahershala Ali
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Garrett Walker
Michel Gill
Episodes
Chapter 1
Congressman Frank Underwood begins a ruthless quest for power after being passed over for a promised cabinet position.
Director:
David Fincher
Writer:
Beau Willimon
Released: 2013-02-01
Chapter 2
Frank starts to manipulate the legislative process and uses journalist Zoe Barnes to leak damaging information about a rival.
Director:
David Fincher
Writer:
Beau Willimon
Released: 2013-02-01
Chapter 3
A local crisis in his home district forces Frank to leave Washington, while Claire hires a new employee for her non-profit.
Director:
James Foley
Writers:
Keith Huff
Beau Willimon
Released: 2013-02-01
Chapter 4
Frank orchestrates a political coup within the House to gain leverage, and Zoe's career continues to rise as she works with Frank.
Director:
James Foley
Writers:
Rick Cleveland
Beau Willimon
Released: 2013-02-01
Chapter 5
Tensions rise between Frank and a powerful lobbyist over the education bill, while Peter Russo struggles with his personal demons.
Director:
Joel Schumacher
Writer:
Sarah Treem
Released: 2013-02-01
Chapter 6
Frank engages in a high-stakes battle with the teachers' union, using a public incident to force a resolution.
Director:
Joel Schumacher
Writer:
Sam Forman
Released: 2013-02-01
Chapter 7
With the education bill passed, Frank turns his attention to the Vice President and begins grooming Peter Russo for a new role.
Director:
Charles McDougall
Writers:
Kate Barnow
Beau Willimon
Released: 2013-02-01
Chapter 8
Frank returns to his old military college for a library dedication, while Peter Russo attempts to win over voters in Pennsylvania.
Director:
Charles McDougall
Writer:
Beau Willimon
Released: 2013-02-01
Chapter 9
Peter Russo's campaign faces challenges on the road, and Frank deals with internal dissent regarding a new environmental bill.
Director:
James Foley
Writers:
Beau Willimon
Rick Cleveland
Released: 2013-02-01
Chapter 10
Claire's actions cause a rift with Frank, leading to unexpected consequences for Peter Russo's campaign.
Director:
Carl Franklin
Writer:
Sarah Treem
Released: 2013-02-01
Chapter 11
Frank makes a bold move to secure the Vice Presidency, while Peter Russo's downward spiral reaches a breaking point.
Director:
Carl Franklin
Writers:
Keith Huff
Kate Barnow
Beau Willimon
Released: 2013-02-01
Chapter 12
Frank travels to meet a mysterious billionaire who has significant influence over the President's decisions.
Director:
Allen Coulter
Writers:
Gina Gionfriddo
Beau Willimon
Released: 2013-02-01
Chapter 13
As Frank nears his ultimate goal, Zoe and her colleagues begin to uncover the dark truth behind his rise to power.
Director:
Allen Coulter
Writer:
Beau Willimon
Released: 2013-02-01