The BEST episodes of House of Cards (US) season 1

Every episode of House of Cards (US) season 1, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of House of Cards (US) season 1!

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.

Last Updated: 11/10/2024Network: NetflixStatus: Ended
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Chapter 13
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8.17
5206 votes

#1 - 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.

Directors: Allen Coulter
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Chapter 1
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8.10
7520 votes

#2 - 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.

Directors: David Fincher
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Chapter 6
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8.08
5723 votes

#3 - 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.

Directors: Joel Schumacher
Writer: Sam Forman
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Chapter 2
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8.05
6647 votes

#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.

Directors: David Fincher
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Chapter 11
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8.02
5303 votes

#5 - 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.

Directors: Carl Franklin
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Chapter 3
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8.01
6092 votes

#6 - 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.

Directors: James Foley
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Chapter 5
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8.01
5932 votes

#7 - 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.

Directors: Joel Schumacher
Writer: Sarah Treem
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Chapter 9
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7.96
5245 votes

#8 - 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.

Directors: James Foley
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Chapter 4
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7.95
6122 votes

#9 - 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.

Directors: James Foley
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Chapter 7
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7.91
5627 votes

#10 - 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.

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Chapter 10
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7.91
5465 votes

#11 - Chapter 10

Season 1 - Episode 10 - Aired 2/1/2013

Claire fuels an old flame. Peter wrestles with his demons. Francis crosses the point of no return.

Directors: Carl Franklin
Writer: Sarah Treem
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Chapter 12
star
7.90
5094 votes

#12 - Chapter 12

Season 1 - Episode 12 - Aired 2/1/2013

The President sends Frank to St. Louis to persuade Raymond Tusk into becoming the new Vice President. Zoe and Janine investigate Peter Russo's death.

Directors: Allen Coulter
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Chapter 8
star
7.56
5669 votes

#13 - Chapter 8

Season 1 - Episode 8 - Aired 2/1/2013

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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