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The Worst Episodes of House of Cards

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The Worst 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 73
    2.6/10(8.7k votes)

    #1 - Chapter 73

    S6:E8

    Claire tries to tarnish Frank's legacy. Doug provokes Claire by releasing excerpts from Frank's diary. A rift develops between the Shepherds.

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  2. Background image for Chapter 72
    4.1/10(5.2k votes)

    #2 - Chapter 72

    S6:E7

    While the Shepherd family attempts to diminish Claire's power, Doug goes off the grid but continues angling to advance his agenda.

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  3. Background image for Chapter 66
    4.5/10(7.0k votes)

    #3 - Chapter 66

    S6:E1

    As the first woman president, Claire faces increased scrutiny and threats. Sibling power couple Annette and Bill Shepherd attempt to influence policy.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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  4. Background image for Chapter 67
    4.5/10(5.8k votes)

    #4 - Chapter 67

    S6:E2

    Claire clashes with the Shepherds and Mark Usher, who pressure her to sign the Future Act. Doug makes an unexpected move.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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  5. Background image for Chapter 68
    4.5/10(5.4k votes)

    #5 - Chapter 68

    S6:E3

    The Shepherds push Claire on a Supreme Court nomination. Doug works to find a new path for himself. Claire consults with Jane on Syria.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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  6. Background image for Chapter 71
    4.5/10(5.2k votes)

    #6 - Chapter 71

    S6:E6

    Claire makes staff changes. The Shepherds try to recruit Doug to their side. With Mark facing intense scrutiny, Jane offers advice.

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    4.6/10(5.3k votes)

    #7 - Chapter 69

    S6:E4

    As a crisis mounts in Syria, Russian President Viktor Petrov wants to make a deal with Claire. Questions arise about Tom Yates's whereabouts.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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  9. Background image for Chapter 70
    4.7/10(5.3k votes)

    #8 - Chapter 70

    S6:E5

    Claire allows her enemies to think she's incapacitated as they plot to remove her from office. Doug's investigation leads him to uncover a secret.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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  10. Background image for Chapter 8
    7.6/10(5.8k votes)

    #9 - Chapter 8

    S1:E8

    Frank has a library named after him at his old military school. Peter tries to win back the support of his hometown.

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  11. Background image for Chapter 58
    7.7/10(3.2k votes)

    #10 - Chapter 58

    S5:E6

    In the midst of uncertainty, suspected Russian forces take over an American station in Antarctica. Meanwhile, a damaging news leak could hurt Frank.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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  12. Background image for Chapter 61
    7.8/10(3.1k votes)

    #11 - Chapter 61

    S5:E9

    Petrov tries to influence affairs in the U.S. Jane discusses her agenda with Claire. With her job at stake, Leann reaches out to a reporter for help.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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  13. Background image for Chapter 40
    7.9/10(4.5k votes)

    #12 - Chapter 40

    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.

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  14. Background image for Chapter 54
    7.9/10(3.5k votes)

    #13 - Chapter 54

    S5:E2

    Frank and his team work to leverage support in key states by any means necessary. Claire learns some upsetting news about one of Frank's friends.

    Writer:Unknown
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  15. Background image for Chapter 57
    7.9/10(3.2k votes)

    #14 - Chapter 57

    S5:E5

    Nine weeks after Election Day, the Underwoods work to consolidate their power. Leann tries to track down a missing Aidan Macallan.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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  16. Background image for Chapter 60
    7.9/10(3.1k votes)

    #15 - Chapter 60

    S5:E8

    While Frank attends an elite men's weekend gathering to firm up support, Claire deals with a stranded Russian ship and threats from Petrov.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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  17. Background image for Chapter 7
    8.0/10(5.6k votes)

    #16 - Chapter 7

    S1:E7

    Frank helps Peter get ready for his governor race, but Peter is starting to have second thoughts. Doug tries to help a young hooker in trouble.

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  18. Background image for Chapter 27
    8.0/10(5.1k votes)

    #17 - 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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  19. Background image for Chapter 47
    8.0/10(3.6k votes)

    #18 - Chapter 47

    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.

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  20. Background image for Chapter 55
    8.0/10(3.4k votes)

    #19 - Chapter 55

    S5:E3

    The day before the election, Conway holds a 24-hour Skype session with voters, while Frank and Claire stump in key states and try to discredit him.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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  21. Background image for Chapter 4
    8.1/10(6.1k votes)

    #20 - Chapter 4

    S1:E4

    Francis shakes down the Congressional leadership. Zoe is offered the promotion of White House Correspondent and doesn't know if she should take it or not.

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  22. Background image for Chapter 30
    8.1/10(4.4k votes)

    #21 - 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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  23. Background image for Chapter 31
    8.1/10(4.2k votes)

    #22 - 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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  24. Background image for Chapter 33
    8.1/10(4.3k votes)

    #23 - 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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  25. Background image for Chapter 34
    8.1/10(4.1k votes)

    #24 - 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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  26. Background image for Chapter 36
    8.1/10(4.0k votes)

    #25 - 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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Worst Episodes Summary

"Chapter 73" is the worst rated episode of "House of Cards". It scored 2.6/10 based on 8674 votes. Directed by Robin Wright and written by Melissa James Gibson, Frank Pugliese, it aired on 11/2/2018. This episode scored 1.5 points lower than the second lowest rated, "Chapter 72".