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The Best Episodes of House of Cards Season 3

Every episode of House of Cards Season 3 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of House of Cards Season 3!

The Best Episodes of House of Cards Season 3

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. #1 Fan Favorite
    House of Cards Season 3 Episode 1 - Chapter 27
    8.0/10(5102 votes)

    #1 - Chapter 27

    S3:E1

    A rocky start for the Underwood Presidency. Frank wants to introduce an ambitious jobs program, while Claire sets her sights on the United Nations.

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  2. House of Cards Season 3 Episode 2 - Chapter 28
    8.3/10(4603 votes)

    #2 - Chapter 28

    S3:E2

    Claire's U.N. bid runs into trouble. Frank fights off mutiny with a bold address to the country.

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  3. House of Cards Season 3 Episode 3 - Chapter 29
    8.5/10(4879 votes)

    #3 - Chapter 29

    S3:E3

    The Russian president's state visit becomes a cold war of wills, and some punks heat things up.

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  4. House of Cards Season 3 Episode 4 - Chapter 30
    8.1/10(4387 votes)

    #4 - Chapter 30

    S3:E4

    Claire bypasses Russia at the U.N. Frank tries to outmaneuver a potential challenger and ends up face to face with a higher power.

    Director:Tucker Gates

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  5. House of Cards Season 3 Episode 5 - Chapter 31
    8.1/10(4240 votes)

    #5 - Chapter 31

    S3:E5

    Frank declares war on Congress to jump-start his jobs program. Claire spars with the Russian Ambassador.

    Director:James Foley

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  6. House of Cards Season 3 Episode 6 - Chapter 32
    9.0/10(5885 votes)

    #6 - 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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  8. House of Cards Season 3 Episode 7 - Chapter 33
    8.1/10(4309 votes)

    #7 - Chapter 33

    S3:E7

    The damage is done and the Underwoods must repair it. But deep wounds don't heal fast, and sometimes not at all.

    Director:John Dahl

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  9. House of Cards Season 3 Episode 8 - Chapter 34
    8.1/10(4120 votes)

    #8 - Chapter 34

    S3:E8

    A hurricane endangers more than just the entire East Coast and Frank must make a difficult choice.

    Director:John Dahl

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  10. House of Cards Season 3 Episode 9 - Chapter 35
    8.2/10(4101 votes)

    #9 - Chapter 35

    S3:E9

    The Jordan Valley erupts in chaos as Frank's campaign is picking up steam. Claire gets distrubing intel and counsels him.

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  11. House of Cards Season 3 Episode 10 - Chapter 36
    8.1/10(4075 votes)

    #10 - Chapter 36

    S3:E10

    Frank needs to deal with Petrov one on one while Claire tries to preserve the peace-keeping mission. Sacrifices must be made.

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  12. House of Cards Season 3 Episode 11 - Chapter 37
    9.0/10(4738 votes)

    #11 - 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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  13. House of Cards Season 3 Episode 12 - Chapter 38
    8.7/10(4239 votes)

    #12 - 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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  14. House of Cards Season 3 Episode 13 - Chapter 39
    8.9/10(5249 votes)

    #13 - 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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Season 3 Ratings Summary

"Chapter 27" is the best rated episode of "House of Cards" season 3. It scored 8/10 based on 5102 votes. Directed by John David Coles and written by Beau Willimon, it aired on 2/27/2015. This episode is rated 0.3 points higher than the second-best, "Chapter 28".