Air date: 2014-02-14

Runtime: 50 min

The Underwoods tackle two threats that could bring their plans to ruin. Francis grooms his replacement as Whip. Claire goes on the offensive.

Air date: 2014-02-14

Runtime: 49 min

Amid turmoil in the home, Frank takes office. Foreign relations become entangled as Durant's team bungles a meeting. As foes negotiate to thwart her, Jackie maneuvers to strengthen her position. Lucas acquires new skills in order to pursue his secret investigation.

Air date: 2014-02-14

Runtime: 52 min

Tension rises between Francis and Raymond Tusk as the situation with China deteriorates. A battle in the Senate pits Francis against the Republicans.

Air date: 2014-02-14

Runtime: 49 min

A terror scare at the Capitol traps Francis with a resentful Donald Blythe. Claire gives a live interview that rocks the media.

Air date: 2014-02-14

Runtime: 50 min

Francis back-channels with a Chinese billionaire. Lucas uses extreme measures to expose the Vice President. A shadowy figure joins Team Underwood.

Air date: 2014-02-14

Runtime: 52 min

Amidst an energy crisis, Francis and Tusk end their shaky alliance. Lucas must make a difficult choice. Stamper grows closer to Rachel.

Air date: 2014-02-14

Runtime: 49 min

Despite some friction, the Walkers deepen their friendship with the Underwoods. But it's all-out war between Francis and Tusk.

Air date: 2014-02-14

Runtime: 48 min

The war with Tusk intensifies. Claire influences Tricia Walker politically and domestically. Francis has a show-down with Linda Vasquez.

Air date: 2014-02-14

Runtime: 50 min

Things get personal when Tusk blindsides the Underwoods with a scandal. Freddy and his BBQ joint get caught up in the mix.

Air date: 2014-02-14

Runtime: 51 min

With a military stand-off overseas and potential violence at home, Francis wants to finish off Tusk for good. Claire and Jackie Sharp collide.

Air date: 2014-02-14

Runtime: 54 min

A Special Prosecutor interrogates Francis. Remy Danton tries to keep his options open. Stamper wrestles with his demons.

Air date: 2014-02-14

Runtime: 48 min

Francis finds himself shut out and Claire makes a difficult sacrifice. Stamper tries to regain control.

Air date: 2014-02-14

Runtime: 60 min

Francis faces annihilation while the nation is in an uproar. Stamper must tie up loose ends. Claire feels the cost of ruthlessness.