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The Best Episodes of House of Cards Season 4

Every episode of House of Cards Season 4 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of House of Cards Season 4!

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    House of Cards Season 4 Episode 13 - Chapter 52
    9.4/10(6915 votes)

    S4:E13

    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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  2. House of Cards Season 4 Episode 4 - Chapter 43
    9.3/10(5231 votes)

    S4:E4

    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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  3. House of Cards Season 4 Episode 10 - Chapter 49
    9.2/10(5038 votes)

    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.

    Director:Robin Wright
    Writers:Kenneth Lin, Melissa James Gibson

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  4. House of Cards Season 4 Episode 3 - Chapter 42
    8.7/10(4386 votes)

    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.

    Director:Robin Wright
    Writer:Frank Pugliese

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  5. House of Cards Season 4 Episode 9 - Chapter 48
    8.7/10(3994 votes)

    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.

    Director:Robin Wright
    Writer:Frank Pugliese

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  6. House of Cards Season 4 Episode 12 - Chapter 51
    8.7/10(4004 votes)

    S4:E12

    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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  7. House of Cards Season 4 Episode 6 - Chapter 45
    8.5/10(4124 votes)

    S4:E6

    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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  8. House of Cards Season 4 Episode 5 - Chapter 44
    8.4/10(4004 votes)

    S4:E5

    Claire advises Donald Blythe on dealing with Petrov. Further investigation of Lucas Goodwin dredges up his accusations against Frank.

    Director:Tom Shankland
    Writer:Melissa James Gibson

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  9. House of Cards Season 4 Episode 7 - Chapter 46
    8.4/10(3947 votes)

    S4:E7

    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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  10. House of Cards Season 4 Episode 11 - Chapter 50
    8.2/10(3869 votes)

    S4:E11

    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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  11. House of Cards Season 4 Episode 2 - Chapter 41
    8.1/10(4213 votes)

    S4:E2

    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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  12. House of Cards Season 4 Episode 8 - Chapter 47
    8.0/10(3812 votes)

    S4:E8

    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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  13. House of Cards Season 4 Episode 1 - Chapter 40
    7.9/10(4648 votes)

    S4:E1

    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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Season 4 Ratings Summary

"Chapter 52" is the best rated episode of House of Cards season 4. It scored 9.4/10 from 6,915 votes. Directed by Jakob Verbruggen and written by Beau Willimon, it aired on March 4, 2016. This episode is rated 0.1 points higher than the second-best, "Chapter 43".