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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
A rocky start for the Underwood Presidency. Frank wants to introduce an ambitious jobs program, while Claire sets her sights on the United Nations.
Directed by John David ColesWritten by Beau WillimonGuest stars Rachel Brosnahan, Mozhan Navabi, Benito Martinez, Kelly AuCoin, Reed Birney, Ben Cook, Olivia Luccardi
Episode 2
Claire's U.N. bid runs into trouble. Frank fights off mutiny with a bold address to the country.
Directed by John David ColesWritten by John MankiewiczGuest stars Carolyn Michelle
Episode 3
The Russian president's state visit becomes a cold war of wills, and some punks heat things up.
Directed by Tucker GatesWritten by Frank Pugliese
Episode 4
Claire bypasses Russia at the U.N. Frank tries to outmaneuver a potential challenger and ends up face to face with a higher power.
Directed by Tucker GatesWritten by Laura EasonGuest stars John Doman, Alexander Sokovikov, Kate Lyn Sheil, Neal Katyal
Episode 5
Frank declares war on Congress to jump-start his jobs program. Claire spars with the Russian Ambassador.
Directed by James FoleyWritten by Kenneth LinGuest stars Richard Toth, Reg E. Cathey, Shawn Doyle, Alexander Sokovikov, Chuck Cooper, Larry Pine
Episode 6
Frank and Claire travel to Moscow to negotiate the return of an imprisoned U.S. citizen. Claire takes a stand that jeopardizes their plans.
Directed by James FoleyWritten by Melissa James GibsonGuest stars Kristof Konrad, Christian Camargo, Kate Lyn Sheil
Episode 7
The damage is done and the Underwoods must repair it. But deep wounds don't heal fast, and sometimes not at all.
Directed by John DahlWritten by Beau WillimonGuest stars Jenna Stern, John Harrington Bland, Carolyn Mignini, Danny Boushebel
Episode 8
A hurricane endangers more than just the entire East Coast and Frank must make a difficult choice.
Directed by John DahlWritten by Bill KennedyGuest stars Richard Toth, Marc Kudisch, Larry Pine, Eisa Davis
Episode 9
The Jordan Valley erupts in chaos as Frank's campaign is picking up steam. Claire gets distrubing intel and counsels him.
Directed by Robin WrightWritten by John MankiewiczGuest stars Frank Ridley, Kelly AuCoin, Dave Quay, Alexander Sokovikov, David Eichenbaum
Episode 10
Frank needs to deal with Petrov one on one while Claire tries to preserve the peace-keeping mission. Sacrifices must be made.
Directed by Agnieszka HollandWritten by Frank PuglieseGuest stars Alexander Sokovikov, Kate Lyn Sheil, Reed Birney, Franke Kelly
Episode 11
Things turn ugly when Frank, Jackie, and Heather square off during their first debate. Tom joins Claire on the campaign trail.
Directed by Agnieszka HollandWritten by Melissa James GibsonGuest stars Rachel Brosnahan, Andrea Leigh, Kelly AuCoin, Reg E. Cathey, Shawn Doyle, Kate Lyn Sheil, Reed Birney
Episode 12
Heather Dunbar goes for the jugular, forcing Claire to confront her worst fears. The rift between Frank and Claire widens.
Directed by Robin WrightWritten by Beau WillimonGuest stars Jeremy Holm, Eisa Davis
Episode 13
In the midst of the Iowa caucuses, Frank and Claire must confront hard truths about each other.
Directed by James FoleyWritten by Beau WillimonGuest stars Rachel Brosnahan, Monica Sanchez
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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