The BEST episodes of House of Cards (US)
Every episode of House of Cards (US) ever, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of House of Cards (US)!
Ruthless and cunning, Congressman Francis Underwood and his wife Claire stop at nothing to conquer everything. It penetrates the shadowy world of greed, sex and corruption in modern D.C.
#1 - Chapter 14
Season 2 - Episode 1 - Aired 2/14/2014
The Underwoods tackle two threats that could bring their plans to ruin. Francis grooms his replacement as Whip. Claire goes on the offensive.
#2 - Chapter 26
Season 2 - Episode 13 - Aired 2/14/2014
Francis faces annihilation while the nation is in an uproar. Stamper must tie up loose ends. Claire feels the cost of ruthlessness.
#3 - Chapter 1
Season 1 - Episode 1 - Aired 2/1/2013
When the newly elected President reneges on a promise, Francis and Claire decide to sever all allegiances and toss the rules out the window.
#4 - Chapter 2
Season 1 - Episode 2 - Aired 2/1/2013
Francis and Doug plan to frame Secretary of State nominee, Michael Kern. Meanwhile, Zoe's popularity at the Washington Herald continues to grow.
#5 - Chapter 3
Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 2/1/2013
Francis heads for his hometown to deal with a crisis. Zoe negotiates the politics of being a journalist on the rise. Claire finds herself a new business partner.
#6 - Chapter 6
Season 1 - Episode 6 - Aired 2/1/2013
The strike between Frank and Marty starts to get out of hand. Russo has decided to run for Governor of Pennsylvania.
#7 - Chapter 13
Season 1 - Episode 13 - Aired 2/1/2013
Frank scrambles to keep his plan on track. Gillian is planning to sue Claire. Zoe, Janine, and Lucas investigate Rachel Posner and her relationship with Peter Russo.
#8 - Chapter 43
Season 4 - Episode 4 - Aired 3/4/2016
Claire threatens Frank. Frank makes a politically bold move that may provoke Russia. An event at a campaign stop changes everything.
#9 - Chapter 53
Season 5 - Episode 1 - Aired 5/30/2017
As Congress debates investigating Frank, he and Claire attempt to stoke fear of terrorism. Tom Yates continues his stay in the White House.
#10 - Chapter 56
Season 5 - Episode 4 - Aired 5/30/2017
With a tight race and low voter turnout on Election Day, things look grim for Frank. But he's still got one more trick up his sleeve.
#11 - Chapter 4
Season 1 - Episode 4 - Aired 2/1/2013
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.
#12 - Chapter 58
Season 5 - Episode 6 - Aired 5/30/2017
In the midst of uncertainty, suspected Russian forces take over an American station in Antarctica. Meanwhile, a damaging news leak could hurt Frank.
#13 - Chapter 5
Season 1 - Episode 5 - Aired 2/1/2013
A feud starts between Francis and Marty Spinella. Russo goes into depression about the job losses at the shipyards.
#14 - Chapter 7
Season 1 - Episode 7 - Aired 2/1/2013
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.
#15 - Chapter 9
Season 1 - Episode 9 - Aired 2/1/2013
Frank tries to do whatever it takes to get the new bill passed in Congress. Russo goes on a bus campaign with the Vice President, but the VP is not making it an easy trip for him. Zoe's relationship with Frank gets a little bumpy.
#16 - Chapter 15
Season 2 - Episode 2 - Aired 2/14/2014
Amid turmoil in the home, Frank takes office. Foreign relations become entangled as Durant's team bungles a meeting. As foes negotiate to thwart her, Jackie maneuvers to strengthen her position. Lucas acquires new skills in order to pursue his secret investigation.
#17 - Chapter 18
Season 2 - Episode 5 - Aired 2/14/2014
Francis back-channels with a Chinese billionaire. Lucas uses extreme measures to expose the Vice President. A shadowy figure joins Team Underwood.
#18 - Chapter 45
Season 4 - Episode 6 - Aired 3/4/2016
Claire clashes with the Secretary of State over her involvement in negotiations with Russia. Dunbar must choose between her campaign and her ethics.
#19 - Chapter 25
Season 2 - Episode 12 - Aired 2/14/2014
Francis finds himself shut out and Claire makes a difficult sacrifice. Stamper tries to regain control.
#20 - Chapter 24
Season 2 - Episode 11 - Aired 2/14/2014
A Special Prosecutor interrogates Francis. Remy Danton tries to keep his options open. Stamper wrestles with his demons.
#21 - Chapter 23
Season 2 - Episode 10 - Aired 2/14/2014
With a military stand-off overseas and potential violence at home, Francis wants to finish off Tusk for good. Claire and Jackie Sharp collide.
#22 - Chapter 11
Season 1 - Episode 11 - Aired 2/1/2013
Zoe extends her time away from The Hill while Francis tracks down Russo and engages in damage control.
#23 - Chapter 16
Season 2 - Episode 3 - Aired 2/14/2014
Tension rises between Francis and Raymond Tusk as the situation with China deteriorates. A battle in the Senate pits Francis against the Republicans.
#24 - Chapter 17
Season 2 - Episode 4 - Aired 2/14/2014
A terror scare at the Capitol traps Francis with a resentful Donald Blythe. Claire gives a live interview that rocks the media.
#25 - Chapter 21
Season 2 - Episode 8 - Aired 2/14/2014
The war with Tusk intensifies. Claire influences Tricia Walker politically and domestically. Francis has a show-down with Linda Vasquez.