Episode
House of Cards: Chapter 40
Overview
Claire's absence causes problems for Frank on the campaign trail amid rumors of a marital rift. Claire tries to strike out on her own.
Details
- Series
- House of Cards
- Season
- Season 4
- Episode
- Episode 1
- Air date
- 2016-03-04
- Runtime
- 49 min
Episode context
Chapter 40 is Episode 1 in Season 4 of House of Cards. It aired on 2016-03-04. The runtime is 49 min.
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Episode 4: Chapter 43
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Episode 6: Chapter 45
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Episode 8: Chapter 47
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Episode 9: Chapter 48
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Episode 10: Chapter 49
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Episode 11: Chapter 50
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