S1·E1 Chapter 1
- Episode
- Season 1, Episode 1
- Air Date
- February 1, 2013
- Runtime
- 57 minutes
- Director
- David Fincher
- Writer
- Beau Willimon
- Score
- 8/10 (131 TMDB votes)
- Story Type
- Main Arc (Crucial)
Mytharc
Aired February 1, 2013 57 min ★ 8.0/10 · 131 TMDB votes
Narrative Classification: Season premiere establishing core conflicts and serialized narrative stakes.
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Synopsis
When the newly elected President reneges on a promise, Frank and Claire decide to sever all allegiances and toss the rules out the window.
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Director & writers
Beau WillimonWriterDavid FincherDirector
Guest stars
Jayne AtkinsonCatherine Durant Chance KellySteve Francie SwiftFelicity Holburn Dan ZiskieJim Matthews Reg E. CatheyFreddy Chuck CooperBarney Hull Elizabeth NormentNancy Kaufberger Reed BirneyDonald Blythe Michel GillPresident Garrett Walker Kevin KilnerMichael Kern Karl KenzlerSen. Charles Holburn Maryann PlunkettEvelyn Rachel BrosnahanCall Girl Dani Englander1st Lady Patricia Walker Carl SchurrChief Justice Samuel Ray GatesPolice Officer
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Frequently Asked Questions
When did Season 1 Episode 1 of House of Cards air?
Season 1, Episode 1 ('Chapter 1') originally aired on February 1, 2013.
How long is Season 1 Episode 1 ('Chapter 1')?
The runtime for this episode is approximately 57 minutes.
What happens in House of Cards Season 1 Episode 1?
When the newly elected President reneges on a promise, Frank and Claire decide to sever all allegiances and toss the rules out the window....
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