Just watched the first episode. It is outstanding in every sense of the word. Fist of all I'd like to say, Kevin Spacey is amazing. He's not the dull politician we're used to seeing, he's a deeply written character with nuances to his actions and speaking.
You can definitely see Fincher's style in the first episode, at least. It contains some of the similar themes he has tackled before in his film and adds to those. He crafts the story very tightly woven and complex. Kate Mara is also great, she adds to the list of modern Fincher characters. I love the points of satire in Spacey's character and some of the symbolism used. The show is outstanding in every aspect, unlike a lot of other political dramas on TV, can't wait to watch the next episodes.
Definitely a must watch for any fan of TV or Fincher or anyone interested in this. FAQ 1. Isn't this based on insert name of American political figure here. Details Edit. Release date February 1, United States. United States. Official Facebook Official site. The new season, which aims to be an exploration of who owns the White House, opens with Claire, now a widow, roughly days into her presidency.
Until the end, depending on how you look at it. The story told to the American public is that Frank died beside Claire while they were sleeping, but viewers know the estranged couple were not sharing a bed.
She tells viewers the last time she spoke with Frank was the night she declined his call about the pardon. She says he showed up at the White House in a rage and she locked herself in her room.
When she woke up the next morning, she found him dead in his bed. When it was explained to me, I fully understood. One of the most notable facts about Arcelus is that, due to him being a descendant of Sophia of Hanover, he is in the line of succession to the British throne , though he is pretty far down the list.
And finally, there's the man who started it all — Kevin Spacey. Until being written off after a number of personal controversies all but put a stop to Spacey's career, Frank Underwood was written off the show ahead of the final season in Since being dropped from the show in which he was the star and narrator for five seasons, the former Hollywood legend has only made two appearances in some of the strangest YouTube videos you can find on the internet with " Let Me Be Frank " on December 24, , and then again a year later with " KTWKK.
Well, that's what the cast of House of Cards has been up to lately, or at least most of the cast. Some have gone on to find a great deal of success in film and television, others found themselves on the line of succession, and others are finding strange ways to fill their time.
If there is someone you think I left off, make sure to let me know in the comments below. Philip grew up in Louisiana not New Orleans before moving to St. Louis after graduating from Louisiana State University-Shreveport. When he's not writing about movies or television, Philip can be found being chased by his three kids, telling his dogs to stop yelling at the mailman, or yelling about professional wrestling to his wife.
If the stars properly align, he will talk about For Love Of The Game being the best baseball movie of all time. Philip Sledge. Elect to get yourself a Netflix subscription. It's the best way to ensure you get all the new episodes plus access to the first five seasons. This show is so complex you may want to start rewatching episodes now to get ready for November. Not sure Netflix is worth it to you? The service offers a free monthlong trial, so if you sign up close to the new season's premiere you can soak up the new season and previous ones, then cancel your membership without penalty.
You can also test out the show by buying previous seasons or single episodes, whether on DVD or digitally at iTunes or other sites. Robin Wright as Claire Underwood. Michael Kelly as Doug Stamper. Jayne Atkinson as Cathy Durant. Boris McGiver as Tom Hammerschmidt. Derek Cecil as Seth Grayson. Patricia Clarkson as Jane Davis. Campbell Scott as Mark Usher.
Constance Zimmer as Janine Skorsky. Diane Lane. Greg Kinnear. Cody Fern. Let me be frank about Frank: The biggest question about the show will likely be answered right away: How will Frank be killed off? Netflix's statement about dismissing Spacey said he would no longer be involved with the show, which would seem to eliminate any chance of using old footage or one final scene explaining his death or disappearance.
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