House of Cards
Netflix · 2013 · Drama
Set in present day Washington, D.C., House of Cards is the story of Frank Underwood, a ruthless and cunning politician, and his wife Claire who will stop at nothing to conquer everything. This wicked political drama penetrates the shadowy world of greed, sex and corruption in modern D.C.
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Season 1 only. Season 2 is a skip. Season 3 is a return to form.
After Season 1. It's a complete masterpiece on its own.
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