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House of Cards · S1 · E2

Chapter 2

  • TV-MA
  • Feb 1, 2013
  • 50 min
  • 8.1

Frank uses a young reporter, Zoe Barnes, to spin a story that puts the White House on its heels. Claire makes a cold-blooded move at work.

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Frank uses a young reporter, Zoe Barnes, to spin a story that puts the White House on its heels. Claire makes a cold-blooded move at work.

Season 1

13 episodes
  1. 1Chapter 1

    57 minFeb 1, 2013★ 8.0

    When the newly elected President reneges on a promise, Frank and Claire decide to sever all allegiances and toss the rules out the window.

  2. 2Chapter 2

    50 minFeb 1, 2013★ 8.1Now viewing

    Frank uses a young reporter, Zoe Barnes, to spin a story that puts the White House on its heels. Claire makes a cold-blooded move at work.

  3. 3Chapter 3

    51 minFeb 1, 2013★ 7.7

    Frank must leave union negotiations to deal with a crisis in his home district. Zoe negotiates the politics of being a journalist on the rise.

  4. 4Chapter 4

    49 minFeb 1, 2013★ 7.5

    Frank shakes down the Congressional leadership. Peter Russo must choose between politics and family.

  5. 5Chapter 5

    53 minFeb 1, 2013★ 7.7

    Frank's fight over the Education Bill threatens Claire's own ambitions. Zoe mixes work and play.

  6. 6Chapter 6

    51 minFeb 1, 2013★ 7.7

    Frank strikes back at the striking teachers. Claire is caught off guard by a deathbed confession.

  7. 7Chapter 7

    54 minFeb 1, 2013★ 7.4

    Frank wins a major battle, but doesn't pause to rest on his laurels. Peter must face his past. Stamper hushes a secret.

  8. 8Chapter 8

    47 minFeb 1, 2013★ 6.8

    Frank is honored at his alma mater, while Peter returns to Philly. Both men tackle unfinished business.

  9. 9Chapter 9

    52 minFeb 1, 2013★ 7.7

    Russo hits the road with V.P. Matthews. Frank and Stamper try to whip up support in Congress. Claire looks out for herself.

  10. 10Chapter 10

    53 minFeb 1, 2013★ 7.9

    Rebellion on all fronts. Claire defies Frank, Zoe finds comfort in someone new, and Peter makes an ultimatum.

  11. 11Chapter 11

    54 minFeb 1, 2013★ 7.9

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

  12. 12Chapter 12

    53 minFeb 1, 2013★ 7.6

    Frank must make an unforeseen detour. Zoe, Lucas and Janine get closer to the truth.

  13. 13Chapter 13

    50 minFeb 1, 2013★ 7.6

    Frank scrambles to keep his plan on track. Claire is haunted by choices old and new. Zoe poses a serious threat.

Guest stars

Jayne AtkinsonCatherine Durant
Reg E. CatheyFreddy
Larry PineBob Birch
Reed BirneyDonald Blythe