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The Best Episodes of House of Cards

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The Best Episodes of House of Cards

Set in present day Washington, D.C., House of Cards is the story of Frank Underwood, a ruthless and cunning politician, and his wife Claire who...

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  1. Background image for Chapter 26
    9.5/10(7.5k votes)

    #1 - Chapter 26

    S2:E13

    Francis faces annihilation while the nation is in an uproar. Stamper must tie up loose ends. Claire feels the cost of ruthlessness.

    Director:James Foley
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  2. Background image for Chapter 14
    9.4/10(11.6k votes)

    #2 - Chapter 14

    S2:E1

    The Underwoods tackle two threats that could bring their plans to ruin. Francis grooms his replacement as Whip. Claire goes on the offensive.

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  3. Background image for Chapter 52
    9.4/10(6.7k votes)

    #3 - Chapter 52

    S4:E13

    As the hostage situation continues, Claire secretly negotiates with Yusuf al Ahmadi. Frank confronts Hammerschmidt.

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  4. Background image for Chapter 43
    9.3/10(5.0k votes)

    #4 - Chapter 43

    S4:E4

    Claire threatens Frank. Frank makes a politically bold move that may provoke Russia. An event at a campaign stop changes everything.

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  5. Background image for Chapter 49
    9.2/10(4.8k votes)

    #5 - Chapter 49

    S4:E10

    As Frank deals with a new threat to his candidacy, Claire has doubts about their plan. Claire faces a difficult decision concerning her mother.

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  6. Background image for Chapter 11
    9.0/10(6.1k votes)

    #6 - Chapter 11

    S1:E11

    Zoe extends her time away from The Hill while Francis tracks down Russo and engages in damage control.

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  8. Background image for Chapter 17
    9.0/10(5.5k votes)

    #7 - Chapter 17

    S2:E4

    A terror scare at the Capitol traps Francis with a resentful Donald Blythe. Claire gives a live interview that rocks the media.

    Director:James Foley
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  9. Background image for Chapter 32
    9.0/10(5.8k votes)

    #8 - Chapter 32

    S3:E6

    Frank and Claire travel to Moscow to negotiate the return of an imprisoned U.S. citizen. Claire takes a stand that jeopardizes their plans.

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  10. Background image for Chapter 37
    9.0/10(4.7k votes)

    #9 - Chapter 37

    S3:E11

    Things turn ugly when Frank, Jackie, and Heather square off during their first debate. Tom joins Claire on the campaign trail.

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  11. Background image for Chapter 64
    9.0/10(4.0k votes)

    #10 - Chapter 64

    S5:E12

    Frank attempts to stop Cathy from testifying. With Hammerschmidt sniffing out the truth, the Underwoods throw someone close to them under the bus.

    Director:Robin Wright
    Writer:Unknown
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  12. Background image for Chapter 39
    8.9/10(5.2k votes)

    #11 - Chapter 39

    S3:E13

    In the midst of the Iowa caucuses, Frank and Claire must confront hard truths about each other.

    Director:James Foley
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  13. Background image for Chapter 13
    8.8/10(5.8k votes)

    #12 - Chapter 13

    S1:E13

    Frank scrambles to keep his plan on track. Gillian is planning to sue Claire. Zoe, Janine, and Lucas investigate Rachel Posner and her relationship with Peter Russo.

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  14. Background image for Chapter 22
    8.8/10(4.9k votes)

    #13 - Chapter 22

    S2:E9

    Things get personal when Tusk blindsides the Underwoods with a scandal. Freddy and his BBQ joint get caught up in the mix.

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  15. Background image for Chapter 25
    8.8/10(4.7k votes)

    #14 - Chapter 25

    S2:E12

    Francis finds himself shut out and Claire makes a difficult sacrifice. Stamper tries to regain control.

    Director:James Foley
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  16. Background image for Chapter 10
    8.7/10(5.6k votes)

    #15 - Chapter 10

    S1:E10

    Claire fuels an old flame. Peter wrestles with his demons. Francis crosses the point of no return.

    Director:Carl Franklin
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  17. Background image for Chapter 38
    8.7/10(4.2k votes)

    #16 - Chapter 38

    S3:E12

    Heather Dunbar goes for the jugular, forcing Claire to confront her worst fears. The rift between Frank and Claire widens.

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  18. Background image for Chapter 42
    8.7/10(4.2k votes)

    #17 - Chapter 42

    S4:E3

    Claire joins Frank as he stumps in South Carolina, but he doesn't trust her. A disastrous scandal blindsides Frank's campaign on primary day.

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  19. Background image for Chapter 48
    8.7/10(3.8k votes)

    #18 - Chapter 48

    S4:E9

    At the convention, Frank and his team publicly push for Catherine Durant to be chosen as his running mate, but privately pursue a different agenda.

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  20. Background image for Chapter 51
    8.7/10(3.8k votes)

    #19 - Chapter 51

    S4:E12

    Frank asks Will to help deal with extremists threatening to murder hostages. Hammerschmidt digs deeper into the allegations against Frank.

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  21. Background image for Chapter 24
    8.6/10(4.8k votes)

    #20 - Chapter 24

    S2:E11

    A Special Prosecutor interrogates Francis. Remy Danton tries to keep his options open. Stamper wrestles with his demons.

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  22. Background image for Chapter 1
    8.5/10(9.1k votes)

    #21 - Chapter 1

    S1:E1

    When the newly elected President reneges on a promise, Francis and Claire decide to sever all allegiances and toss the rules out the window.

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  23. Background image for Chapter 2
    8.5/10(7.3k votes)

    #22 - Chapter 2

    S1:E2

    Francis and Doug plan to frame Secretary of State nominee, Michael Kern. Meanwhile, Zoe's popularity at the Washington Herald continues to grow.

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  24. Background image for Chapter 6
    8.5/10(5.9k votes)

    #23 - Chapter 6

    S1:E6

    The strike between Frank and Marty starts to get out of hand. Russo has decided to run for Governor of Pennsylvania.

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  25. Background image for Chapter 12
    8.5/10(5.3k votes)

    #24 - Chapter 12

    S1:E12

    The President sends Frank to St. Louis to persuade Raymond Tusk into becoming the new Vice President. Zoe and Janine investigate Peter Russo's death.

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  26. Background image for Chapter 21
    8.5/10(4.5k votes)

    #25 - Chapter 21

    S2:E8

    The war with Tusk intensifies. Claire influences Tricia Walker politically and domestically. Francis has a show-down with Linda Vasquez.

    Director:James Foley
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Best Episodes Summary

"Chapter 26" is the best rated episode of "House of Cards". It scored 9.5/10 based on 7543 votes. Directed by James Foley and written by Beau Willimon, it aired on 2/14/2014. This episode scored 0.1 points higher than the second highest rated, "Chapter 14".