House of Cards Facts, FAQ & Common Questions
2013 · Netflix · Status: Ended · Rated: TV-MA
Frequently Asked Questions About House of Cards
Direct, verified answers to the most common queries regarding episodes, renewals, watch order, and streaming availability.
How many seasons and episodes does House of Cards have?
House of Cards has 6 seasons and 73 total episodes, spanning from its premiere on February 1, 2013 to November 2, 2018.
Is House of Cards renewed, ended, or canceled?
House of Cards has concluded its run and is officially ended.
How long does it take to binge watch House of Cards?
It takes 50h 14m (3014 minutes) to watch the complete run of House of Cards. At a standard pace of 2 hours per day, you will finish the entire series in approximately 26 days. Not realistic for a 48-hour weekend. At 50.2 total hours, watching at a healthy 2 hours per day will take approximately 26 days.
What is the highest-rated episode of House of Cards?
The highest-rated episode is Season 1, Episode 2 ("Chapter 2"), which holds an outstanding rating of 8.1/10 based on 84 audience ratings.
Where can you stream or watch House of Cards?
House of Cards is available for streaming on Netflix. Availability may vary by regional territory, subscription tier, and digital purchase availability.
What is the official age rating for House of Cards?
House of Cards has an official content rating of TV-MA. It is intended for mature adult audiences and may contain explicit language, intense violence, or sexual themes.
Who are the lead actors in House of Cards?
The primary ensemble cast includes Robin Wright as Claire Underwood (age 60), Michael Kelly as Doug Stamper (age 57), Kevin Spacey as Frank Underwood (age 67), Jayne Atkinson as Catherine Durant (age 67).
Ensemble Cast & Current Ages
Lead cast members, their character identities, and current ages calculated from official biographical records:
| Actor | Character | Current Age |
|---|---|---|
| Robin Wright | Claire Underwood | 60 |
| Michael Kelly | Doug Stamper | 57 |
| Kevin Spacey | Frank Underwood | 67 |
| Jayne Atkinson | Catherine Durant | 67 |
| Derek Cecil | Seth Grayson | 53 |
| Mahershala Ali | Remy Danton | 52 |
| Boris McGiver | Tom Hammerschmidt | 64 |
| Nathan Darrow | Edward Meechum | 50 |
Editorial Verification & Sources
All production facts, air dates, cast credentials, and streaming metadata for House of Cards are compiled from official broadcaster archives, TMDB, and Wikidata records. Last verified on September 25, 2026.