7.9/104,328 votes#1 - Chapter 40
Season 4 Episode 1 - Aired 3/4/2016
Claire's absence causes problems for Frank on the campaign trail amid rumors of a marital rift. Claire tries to strike out on her own.
Director: Tucker Gates
Writer: Beau Willimon
8.1/103,918 votes#2 - Chapter 41
Season 4 Episode 2 - Aired 3/4/2016
As Claire begins exploring a campaign of her own, she and Frank engage in backdoor political maneuvering. But this time they're not on the same side.
Director: Tucker Gates
Writer: Melissa James Gibson
8.8/104,088 votes#3 - Chapter 42
Season 4 Episode 3 - Aired 3/4/2016
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.
Director: Robin Wright
Writer: Frank Pugliese
9.3/104,884 votes#4 - Chapter 43
Season 4 Episode 4 - Aired 3/4/2016
Claire threatens Frank. Frank makes a politically bold move that may provoke Russia. An event at a campaign stop changes everything.
Director: Robin Wright
Writer: John Mankiewicz
8.4/103,716 votes#5 - Chapter 44
Season 4 Episode 5 - Aired 3/4/2016
Claire advises Donald Blythe on dealing with Petrov. Further investigations of Lucas Goodwin dredges up his accusations against Frank.
Director: Tom Shankland
Writer: Melissa James Gibson
8.5/103,830 votes#6 - Chapter 45
Season 4 Episode 6 - Aired 3/4/2016
Claire clashes with the Secretary of State over her involvement in negotiations with Russia. Dunbar must choose between her campaign and her ethics.
Director: Tom Shankland
Writer: Laura Eason
8.4/103,660 votes#7 - Chapter 46
Season 4 Episode 7 - Aired 3/4/2016
Frank and Claire adjust to their new reality. The search for Frank's running mate begins. Frank starts a campaign to weaken Conway's strong support.
Director: Tom Shankland
Writer: Billy Kennedy
8.0/103,535 votes#8 - Chapter 47
Season 4 Episode 8 - Aired 3/4/2016
Formidable as ever, both Underwoods have their eyes on the big picture as they manipulate a potential running mate and push the gun bill.
Director: Alex Graves
Writer: John Mankiewicz
8.7/103,700 votes#9 - Chapter 48
Season 4 Episode 9 - Aired 3/4/2016
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.
Director: Robin Wright
Writer: Frank Pugliese
9.2/104,705 votes#10 - Chapter 49
Season 4 Episode 10 - Aired 3/4/2016
As Frank deals with a new threat to his candidacy, Claire has doubts about their plan. Claire faces a difficult decision concerning her mother.
Director: Robin Wright
Writer: Kenneth Lin, Melissa James Gibson
8.3/103,587 votes#11 - Chapter 50
Season 4 Episode 11 - Aired 3/4/2016
Frank ups the ante on the war on terror to counter Conway's public show of strength. Tom joins Claire on the campaign trail.
Director: Kari Skogland
Writer: Tian Jun Gu
8.7/103,715 votes#12 - Chapter 51
Season 4 Episode 12 - Aired 3/4/2016
Frank asks Will to help deal with extremists threatening to murder hostages. Hammerschmidt digs deeper into the allegations against Frank.
Director: Jakob Verbruggen
Writer: Laura Eason, Billy Kennedy
9.4/106,561 votes#13 - Chapter 52
Season 4 Episode 13 - Aired 3/4/2016
As the hostage situation continues, Claire secretly negotiates with Yusuf al Ahmadi. Frank confronts Hammerschmidt.
Director: Jakob Verbruggen
Writer: Beau Willimon
The Best Episodes of House of Cards Season 4
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Season 4 Ratings Summary
"Chapter 40" is the best rated episode of "House of Cards" season 4. It scored 7.9/10 based on 4328 votes. Directed by Tucker Gates and written by Beau Willimon, it aired on 3/4/2016. This episode is rated 0.2 points higher than the second-best, "Chapter 41".