House of Cards: Season 2
In the second season of House of Cards, Francis and Claire continue their ruthless rise to power. As they navigate their ambitions, they must battle threats both past and present. Along the way, they forge new alliances while watching old ones succumb to betrayal.
Season 2 Lore Primer
Key plot threads, lore context, and character stakes you need to remember before diving into this season.
- Congressman Frank Underwood embarks on a ruthless rise to power.
- Frank Underwood has been betrayed by the White House.
- Frank uses blackmail, seduction, and ambition as his weapons.
- Francis and Claire work together in their pursuit of power.
Season overview
In the second season of House of Cards, Francis and Claire continue their ruthless rise to power. As they navigate their ambitions, they must battle threats both past and present. Along the way, they forge new alliances while watching old ones succumb to betrayal.
Episode Guide
Season 2 Progress Shield
Chapter 14
Feb 14, 2014 · 50 min
The Underwoods tackle two threats that could bring their plans to ruin. Frank grooms his replacement as Whip. Claire goes on the offensive.
Chapter 15
Feb 14, 2014 · 49 min
Frank puts China in the cross-hairs. Claire confronts a painful trauma from her past. Lucas Goodwin presses for the truth.
Chapter 16
Feb 14, 2014 · 52 min
Tension rises between Frank and Raymond Tusk as the situation with China deteriorates. A battle in the Senate pits Frank against the Republicans.
Chapter 17
Feb 14, 2014 · 49 min
A terror scare at the Capitol traps Frank with a resentful Donald Blythe. Claire gives a live interview that rocks the media.
Chapter 18
Feb 14, 2014 · 50 min
Frank back-channels with a Chinese billionaire. Lucas uses extreme measures to expose the Vice President. A shadowy figure joins Team Underwood.
Chapter 19
Feb 14, 2014 · 52 min
Amidst an energy crisis, Frank and Tusk end their shaky alliance. Lucas must make a difficult choice. Stamper grows closer to Rachel.
Chapter 20
Feb 14, 2014 · 49 min
Despite some friction, the Walkers deepen their friendship with the Underwoods. But it's all-out war between Frank and Tusk.
Chapter 21
Feb 14, 2014 · 48 min
The war with Tusk intensifies. Claire influences Tricia Walker politically and domestically. Frank has a show-down with Linda Vasquez.
Chapter 22
Feb 14, 2014 · 50 min
Things get personal when Tusk blindsides the Underwoods with a scandal. Freddy and his BBQ joint get caught up in the mix.
Chapter 23
Feb 14, 2014 · 51 min
With a military stand-off overseas and potential violence at home, Frank wants to finish off Tusk for good. Claire and Jackie Sharp collide.
Chapter 24
Feb 14, 2014 · 54 min
A Special Prosecutor interrogates Frank. Remy Danton tries to keep his options open. Stamper wrestles with his demons.
Chapter 25
Feb 14, 2014 · 48 min
Frank finds himself shut out, and Claire makes a difficult sacrifice. Stamper tries to regain control.
Chapter 26
Feb 14, 2014 · 60 min
Frank faces annihilation while the nation is in an uproar. Stamper must tie up loose ends. Claire feels the cost of ruthlessness.