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Betrayed by the White House, Congressman Frank Underwood embarks on a ruthless rise to power. Blackmail, seduction and ambition are his weapons.
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Betrayed by the White House, Congressman Frank Underwood embarks on a ruthless rise to power. Blackmail, seduction and ambition are his weapons.
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Episode 1
The Underwoods tackle two threats that could bring their plans to ruin. Frank grooms his replacement as Whip. Claire goes on the offensive.
Directed by Carl FranklinWritten by Beau WillimonGuest stars Kate Mara, Constance Zimmer, Sandrine Holt, Reg E. Cathey, Michael Warner, Charles Borland, Elizabeth Norment, Curtiss Cook
Episode 2
Frank puts China in the cross-hairs. Claire confronts a painful trauma from her past. Lucas Goodwin presses for the truth.
Directed by Carl FranklinWritten by Beau WillimonGuest stars Boris McGiver, Carolyn Michelle, David Clennon, Spencer Garrett, John Scurti, Andrea Cirie, Curtiss Cook
Episode 3
Tension rises between Frank and Raymond Tusk as the situation with China deteriorates. A battle in the Senate pits Frank against the Republicans.
Directed by James FoleyWritten by Bill CainGuest stars Andrea Cirie, Kate Lyn Sheil, Sam Page, Jeremy Holm, Larry Pine
Episode 4
A terror scare at the Capitol traps Frank with a resentful Donald Blythe. Claire gives a live interview that rocks the media.
Directed by James FoleyWritten by Laura EasonGuest stars Emily Dorsch, Elizabeth Norment, Sam Page, Jeremy Holm, Reed Birney, James Lewis
Episode 5
Frank back-channels with a Chinese billionaire. Lucas uses extreme measures to expose the Vice President. A shadowy figure joins Team Underwood.
Directed by John David ColesWritten by Kenneth LinGuest stars Derek Cecil, Mozhan Navabi, Carolyn Michelle, Jeremy Bobb, Deanna Dunagan, Sam Page, Joanna Going, Margaret Daly
Episode 6
Amidst an energy crisis, Frank and Tusk end their shaky alliance. Lucas must make a difficult choice. Stamper grows closer to Rachel.
Directed by John David ColesWritten by John MankiewiczGuest stars Parisa Fitz-Henley, Reg E. Cathey, Jeremy Holm, Geoffrey Cantor
Episode 7
Despite some friction, the Walkers deepen their friendship with the Underwoods. But it's all-out war between Frank and Tusk.
Directed by James FoleyWritten by Bill KennedyGuest stars Reg E. Cathey
Episode 8
The war with Tusk intensifies. Claire influences Tricia Walker politically and domestically. Frank has a show-down with Linda Vasquez.
Directed by James FoleyWritten by David Manson
Episode 9
Things get personal when Tusk blindsides the Underwoods with a scandal. Freddy and his BBQ joint get caught up in the mix.
Directed by Jodie FosterWritten by Beau WillimonGuest stars Derek Cecil, Malcolm Goodwin, Albert Jones, Reg E. Cathey, Jeremy Bobb, Daniel Alfonso Contreras
Episode 10
With a military stand-off overseas and potential violence at home, Frank wants to finish off Tusk for good. Claire and Jackie Sharp collide.
Directed by Robin WrightWritten by Beau Willimon, Laura EasonGuest stars Derek Cecil, Gil Birmingham
Episode 11
A Special Prosecutor interrogates Frank. Remy Danton tries to keep his options open. Stamper wrestles with his demons.
Directed by John David ColesWritten by Beau Willimon, John MankiewiczGuest stars Derek Cecil, Erik Jensen, Joanna Going
Episode 12
Frank finds himself shut out, and Claire makes a difficult sacrifice. Stamper tries to regain control.
Directed by James FoleyWritten by Beau WillimonGuest stars Derek Cecil, Alex Webb, Benito Martinez, Terry Chen, Kate Lyn Sheil, Joanna Going, Geoffrey Dawe
Episode 13
Frank faces annihilation while the nation is in an uproar. Stamper must tie up loose ends. Claire feels the cost of ruthlessness.
Directed by James FoleyWritten by Beau WillimonGuest stars Derek Cecil, Terry Chen, Joanna Going, Reed Birney, Geoffrey Dawe
Episode information updated Jul 24, 2026
Kevin SpaceyFrank Underwood
Robin WrightClaire Underwood
Michael KellyDoug Stamper
Sebastian ArcelusLucas Goodwin
Nathan DarrowEdward Meechum
Kate MaraZoe Barnes
Constance ZimmerJanine Skorsky
Patricia ClarksonJane Davis
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MRCUnited States
Trigger Street ProductionsUnited States
