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13 Episodes 2013 - 2013
An adaptation of a BBC miniseries of the same name, "House of Cards" is set in Washington, D.C., where Democrat Frank Underwood (Kevin Spacey) serves as the House Majority Whip and represents South Carolina's 5th congressional district. When he is not appointed as Secretary of State as expected, Underwood vows to exact revenge upon those whom he feels betrayed him. Robin Wright, Kate Mara, and Corey Stoll also star. "House of Cards" earned nine nominations for original online only web television for the 65th Primetime Emmy Awardsin 2013
Episode 1
Fri, Feb 1, 2013 56 mins
Allegiances are abandoned after a promise is broken in the opener of this drama, which follows a ruthless congressman and his equally ambitious wife as they navigate the corridors of power in Washington, D.C.
Episode 2
Fri, Feb 1, 2013 49 mins
Francis attacks the White House through the media; Claire makes a cruel decision.
Episode 3
Fri, Feb 1, 2013 51 mins
Francis deals with a crisis in his home district; Zoe experiences the politics of journalism.
Episode 4
Fri, Feb 1, 2013 49 mins
Francis takes on leaders in Congress; Peter Russo is forced to choose between politics and family.
Episode 5
Fri, Feb 1, 2013 52 mins
Francis' fight over an education bill creates unfortunate side effects.
Episode 6
Fri, Feb 1, 2013 50 mins
Francis battles striking teachers; Claire receives a surprise confession.
Episode 7
Fri, Feb 1, 2013 54 mins
Francis wins a major victory; Peter faces his past; and Stamper attempts to bury a secret.
Episode 8
Fri, Feb 1, 2013 47 mins
Francis receives an honor; Peter returns to Philadelphia.
Episode 9
Fri, Feb 1, 2013 51 mins
Francis and Stamper seek support in Congress.
Episode 10
Fri, Feb 1, 2013 52 mins
Claire defies Francis; Peter presents an ultimatum.
Episode 11
Fri, Feb 1, 2013 54 mins
Peter battles personal demons; Francis enters dangerous territory.
Episode 12
Fri, Feb 1, 2013 53 mins
Francis takes an unexpected detour.
Episode 13
Fri, Feb 1, 2013 49 mins
Francis desperately tries to keep his plan on track in the Season 1 finale. Later, Claire suffers the consequences of her decisions.