The Best Episodes of House of Cards Season 4

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1. #1 Fan Favorite
   

   7.9/10(4494 votes)

   #1 - Chapter 40

   S4:E13/4/2016

   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

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   Director:Tucker Gates

   Writer:Beau Willimon
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   8.1/10(4068 votes)

   #2 - Chapter 41

   S4:E23/4/2016

   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

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   Director:Tucker Gates

   Writer:Melissa James Gibson
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   8.7/10(4242 votes)

   #3 - Chapter 42

   S4:E33/4/2016

   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

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   Director:Robin Wright

   Writer:Frank Pugliese
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   9.3/10(5062 votes)

   #4 - Chapter 43

   S4:E43/4/2016

   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

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   Director:Robin Wright

   Writer:John Mankiewicz
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   8.4/10(3864 votes)

   #5 - Chapter 44

   S4:E53/4/2016

   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

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   Director:Tom Shankland

   Writer:Melissa James Gibson
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   8.5/10(3980 votes)

   #6 - Chapter 45

   S4:E63/4/2016

   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

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   Director:Tom Shankland

   Writer:Laura Eason
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   8.4/10(3809 votes)

   #7 - Chapter 46

   S4:E73/4/2016

   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:Bill Kennedy

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   Director:Tom Shankland

   Writer:Bill Kennedy
8. 

   8.0/10(3674 votes)

   #8 - Chapter 47

   S4:E83/4/2016

   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

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   Director:Alex Graves

   Writer:John Mankiewicz
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   8.7/10(3851 votes)

   #9 - Chapter 48

   S4:E93/4/2016

   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

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   Director:Robin Wright

   Writer:Frank Pugliese
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    9.2/10(4883 votes)

    #10 - Chapter 49

    S4:E103/4/2016

    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

    Writers:Kenneth Lin, Melissa James Gibson

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    Director:Robin Wright

    Writers:Kenneth Lin, Melissa James Gibson
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    8.2/10(3734 votes)

    #11 - Chapter 50

    S4:E113/4/2016

    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

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    Director:Kari Skogland

    Writer:Tian Jun Gu
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    8.7/10(3864 votes)

    #12 - Chapter 51

    S4:E123/4/2016

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

    Director:Jakob Verbruggen

    Writers:Laura Eason, Bill Kennedy

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    Director:Jakob Verbruggen

    Writers:Laura Eason, Bill Kennedy
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    9.4/10(6756 votes)

    #13 - Chapter 52

    S4:E133/4/2016

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

    Director:Jakob Verbruggen

    Writer:Beau Willimon

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    Director:Jakob Verbruggen

    Writer:Beau Willimon