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Nov 18, 1990 Season 1 Episode 1 58 min 18+

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House of Cards Season 1

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Season 1 Episode 1 — Aired on Nov 18, 1990 • runs about 58 minutes.

Notable cast/guest names in this episode include Ian Richardson, Susannah Harker, Miles Anderson, Alphonsia Emmanuel.

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Synopsis

Francis Urquhart is the perfect politician. Impeccably diplomatic, charming, admired, trusted and respected by all. He has faithfully served his party without question, but events are about to spark his ambition. When the long-standing Prime Minister dies, the hunt is on to find a replacement. Urquhart is a hard-line Conservative and believes in strong leadership. In his eyes, none of the choices measures up. Naturally, he keeps his opinions to himself, but as Party Whip, his support is valuable, and he is courted by all the candidates. He must tread warily, as supporting the loser could cost him his position. Supporting the winner, however, could land him a Cabinet position.