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Claire Underwood is a fictional character portrayed by Robin Wright in the TV series House of Cards.
In the first episode they appeared in, titled Chapter 1 (season 1), they were 46 years old.
They appear in all 73 aired episodes and have accumulated 254978 positive votes.
The character of Claire Underwood is mainly associated with Francis Underwood, Thomas Yates and Doug Stamper.

Claire Underwood

by Robin Wright

character

Episodes73

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    Chapter 1

    episode S1.E1 february 2013
    Congressman Francis Underwood has been declined the chair for Secretary of State. He's now gathering his own team to plot his revenge. Zoe Barnes, a reporter for the Washington Herald, will do anything to get her big break.
  • 8.5
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    Chapter 2

    episode S1.E2 february 2013
    Francis and Doug plan to frame Secretary of State nominee, Michael Kern. Meanwhile, Zoe's popularity at the Washington Herald continues to grow.
  • 8.2
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    Chapter 3

    episode S1.E3 february 2013
    Francis heads for his hometown to deal with a crisis. Zoe negotiates the politics of being a journalist on the rise. Claire finds herself a new business partner.
  • 8.1
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    Chapter 4

    episode S1.E4 february 2013
    Francis shakes down the Congressional leadership. Zoe is offered the promotion of White House Correspondent and doesn't know if she should take it or not.
  • 8.4
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    Chapter 5

    episode S1.E5 february 2013
    A feud starts between Francis and Marty Spinella. Russo goes into depression about the job losses at the shipyards.
  • 8.5
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    Chapter 6

    episode S1.E6 february 2013
    The strike between Frank and Marty starts to get out of hand. Russo has decided to run for Governor of Pennsylvania.
  • 8.1
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    Chapter 7

    episode S1.E7 february 2013
    Frank helps Peter get ready for his governor race, but Peter is starting to have second thoughts. Doug tries to help a young hooker in trouble.
  • 7.6
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    Chapter 8

    episode S1.E8 february 2013
    Frank has a library named after him at his old military school and spends time with his old friends. Peter returns to Philadelphia, visits his mother and tries to regain people's support.
  • 8.4
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    Chapter 9

    episode S1.E9 february 2013
    Frank tries to do whatever it takes to get the new bill past congress. Russo goes on a bus campaign with the Vice President, but the VP is not making it an easy trip for him. Zoe's relationship with Frank gets a little bumpy.
  • 8.7
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    Chapter 10

    episode S1.E10 february 2013
    Told that Claire was behind the watershed bill's failure, Francis works to contain the damage and maintain control over Peter Russo. Zoe and Claire each seek relief from their respective relationships with Francis.
  • 9
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    Chapter 11

    episode S1.E11 february 2013
    Following the collapse of Russo's campaign, Francis launches a risky ploy to join the Walker administration.
  • 8.5
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    Chapter 12

    episode S1.E12 february 2013
    The President sends Frank to St. Louis to persuade Raymond Tusk into becoming the new Vice President. Zoe and Janine investigate Peter Russo's death.
  • 8.8
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    Chapter 13

    episode S1.E13 february 2013
    Frank scrambles to keep his plan on track. Gillian is planning to sue Claire. Zoe, Janine, and Lucas investigate Rachel Posner and her relationship with Peter Russo.
  • 9.5
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    Chapter 14

    episode S2.E1 february 2014
    Frank prepares for his promotion to Vice President. Doug tries to erase all leads leading back to him and Frank. Claire fights back against Gillian. Zoe considers working with Frank again.
  • 8.3
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    Chapter 15

    episode S2.E2 february 2014
    Frank is announced as Vice President. The US meets with China. Jackie faces obstacles as she plans to run for new whip. Lucas looks into Zoe's death.
  • 8.4
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    Chapter 16

    episode S2.E3 february 2014
    The tension between Francis and Raymond Tusk increases while the situation in China is getting worse. A fight in the Senate puts Francis against the republicans.
  • 9
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    Chapter 17

    episode S2.E4 february 2014
    A Terror threat traps Francis in the Congress building with a bitter Donald Blythe. Claire gives a live interview that shakes the media.
  • 8.2
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    Chapter 18

    episode S2.E5 february 2014
    Francis resorts to informal negotiations with a Chinese billionaire. Lucas takes extreme measures in use to reveal the vice president. Team Underwood gets a new member.
  • 8.2
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    Chapter 19

    episode S2.E6 february 2014
    In the middle of an energy crisis, Francis and Tusk end their fragile alliance. Lucas must make a difficult choice. Stamper gets closer to Rachel.
  • 8.3
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    Chapter 20

    episode S2.E7 february 2014
    Despite friction, the friendship between the Walkers and the Underwoods becomes stronger. But there's a war between Francis and Tusk.
  • 8.5
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    Chapter 21

    episode S2.E8 february 2014
    The war with Tusk intensified. Claire influences Tricia Walker, both on the political and domestic front.
  • 8.8
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    Chapter 22

    episode S2.E9 february 2014
    It becomes personal when Tusk hits the Underwood pair with a scandal. Freddy and his restaurant will be involved in it all.
  • 8.3
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    Chapter 23

    episode S2.E10 february 2014
    With a military stalemate abroad and a possible violent situation at home, Francis wants to put an end to Tusk forever. Claire and Jackie Sharp collide.
  • 8.6
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    Chapter 24

    episode S2.E11 february 2014
    Frank is questioned by a special prosecutor. Remy Danton is trying to keep all options open. Stamper is struggling with his demons.
  • 8.8
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    Chapter 25

    episode S2.E12 february 2014
    Francis feels shut out. Stamper tries to regain control.
  • 9.5
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    Chapter 26

    episode S2.E13 february 2014
    Francis is about to be destroyed while the nation is in turmoil. Stamper must pick up loose ends. Claire marks the conclusion of her ruthlessness.
  • 8
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    Chapter 27

    episode S3.E1 february 2015
    Frank's approval ratings have plummeted. Doug goes through rehab over his injury. Claire plans to run for Ambassador to the U.N.
  • 8.4
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    Chapter 28

    episode S3.E2 february 2015
    Claire's U.N. bid runs into trouble. Frank fights off mutiny with a bold address to the country.
  • 8.5
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    Chapter 29

    episode S3.E3 february 2015
    The Russian president's state visit becomes a cold war of wills.
  • 8.2
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    Chapter 30

    episode S3.E4 february 2015
    Claire bypasses Russia at the U.N. Frank tries to outmaneuver a potential challenger and ends up face to face with a higher power.
  • 8.1
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    Chapter 31

    episode S3.E5 february 2015
    Frank declares war on Congress to jump-start his jobs program. Claire spars with the Russian Ambassador.
  • 9
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    Chapter 32

    episode S3.E6 february 2015
    Frank and Claire travel to Moscow to negotiate the return of an imprisoned U.S. citizen. Claire takes a stand that jeopardizes their plans.
  • 8.1
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    Chapter 33

    episode S3.E7 february 2015
    The damage is done and the Underwoods must repair it. But deep wounds don't heal fast, and sometimes not at all.
  • 8.1
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    Chapter 34

    episode S3.E8 february 2015
    A hurricane endangers more than just the entire East Coast and Frank must make a difficult choice.
  • 8.2
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    Chapter 35

    episode S3.E9 february 2015
    The Jordan Valley erupts in chaos just as Frank's campaign is picking up steam. Claire gets disturbing intel and counsels him.
  • 8.1
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    Chapter 36

    episode S3.E10 february 2015
    Frank needs to deal with Petrov one on one, while Claire tries to preserve the peace-keeping mission. Sacrifices must be made.
  • 9
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    Chapter 37

    episode S3.E11 february 2015
    Things turn ugly when Frank, Jackie, and Heather square off during their first debate. Tom joins Claire on the campaign trail.
  • 8.7
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    Chapter 38

    episode S3.E12 february 2015
    Claire is given an even larger role in the campaign. The gain in points drives Heather to look for dirt on Claire.
  • 8.9
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    Chapter 39

    episode S3.E13 february 2015
    Francis and Claire's relationship reaches a critical point. Doug catches up with his past.
  • 7.9
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    Chapter 40

    episode S4.E1 march 2016
    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.
  • 8.1
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    Chapter 41

    episode S4.E2 march 2016
    As Claire begins exploring a campaign of her own, she and Frank engage in backdoor political maneuvering. But this time they're not on the same side.
  • 8.8
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    Chapter 42

    episode S4.E3 march 2016
    Claire joins Frank as he campaigns in South Carolina, but he doesn't trust her. A disastrous scandal blindsides Frank on primary day.
  • 9.3
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    Chapter 43

    episode S4.E4 march 2016
    Claire threatens Frank while Frank makes a politically bold move that may provoke Russia.
  • 8.4
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    Chapter 44

    episode S4.E5 march 2016
    Claire advises the VP Donald Blythe on dealing with Russia. Further investigation of Lucas Goodwin dredges up his accusations against Frank.
  • 8.5
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    Chapter 45

    episode S4.E6 march 2016
    Claire clashes with the Secretary of State Durant over her involvement in negotiations with Russia. Dunbar must choose between her campaign and her ethics.
  • 8.4
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    Chapter 46

    episode S4.E7 march 2016
    Frank and Claire adjust to their new reality. The search for Frank's running mate begins. Frank starts a campaign to weaken Conway's strong support.
  • 8
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    Chapter 47

    episode S4.E8 march 2016
    Formidable as ever, Frank and Claire have their eyes on the big picture as they manipulate a potential running mate and push a gun bill.
  • 8.7
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    Chapter 48

    episode S4.E9 march 2016
    At the convention, Frank and his team publicly push for Secretary of State Durant to be chosen as his running mate, but privately push a different agenda.
  • 9.2
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    Chapter 49

    episode S4.E10 march 2016
    As Frank deals with a new threat to his candidacy, Claire has doubts about their plan. Claire faces a difficult decision concerning her mother's health.
  • 8.3
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    Chapter 50

    episode S4.E11 march 2016
    Frank ups the ante on the war on terror to counter Conway's public criticism of his lack of action. Tom joins Claire on the campaign trail.
  • 8.7
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    Chapter 51

    episode S4.E12 march 2016
    Frank asks Conway to help deal with extremists threatening to murder hostages. Tom Hammerschmidt digs deeper into the allegations against Frank.
  • 9.4
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    Chapter 52

    episode S4.E13 march 2016
    As the hostage situation continues, Claire secretly negotiates with an extremist leader. Frank confronts Hammerschmidt.
  • 8.2
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    Chapter 53

    episode S5.E1 may 2017
    As congress debates investigating Frank, he and Claire attempt to stoke fear of terrorism. Tom Yates continues his stay in the White House.
  • 7.9
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    Chapter 54

    episode S5.E2 may 2017
    Frank and his team work to leverage support in key states by any means necessary. Claire learns some upsetting news about one of Frank's friends.
  • 8
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    Chapter 55

    episode S5.E3 may 2017
    The day before the election, Conway holds a 24-hour Skype session with voters, while Frank and Claire stump in key States and try to discredit him.
  • 8.5
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    Chapter 56

    episode S5.E4 may 2017
    With a tight race and low voter turnout on Election Day, things look grim for Frank. But he's got one more trick up his sleeve.
  • 7.9
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    Chapter 57

    episode S5.E5 may 2017
    Nine weeks after Election Day, the Underwoods work to consolidate their power. Leann tries to track down a missing Aidan Macallan.
  • 7.7
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    Chapter 58

    episode S5.E6 may 2017
    In the midst of uncertainty, suspected Russian forces take over an American station in Antarctica. Meanwhile, a damaging news leak could hurt Frank.
  • 8.2
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    Chapter 59

    episode S5.E7 may 2017
    When a crisis forces White House personnel to take shelter in a bunker, Commerce Department official Jane Davis negotiates through back channels.
  • 7.9
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    Chapter 60

    episode S5.E8 may 2017
    While Frank attends an elite men's weekend gathering to firm up support, Claire deals with a stranded Russian ship and threats from Petrov.
  • 7.8
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    Chapter 61

    episode S5.E9 may 2017
    Petrov tries to influence affairs in the U.S. Jane discusses her agenda with Claire. With her job at stake, Leann reaches out to a reporter for help.
  • 8.2
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    Chapter 62

    episode S5.E10 may 2017
    The Underwoods and their team angle to undermine the revived committee investigating Frank. Hammerschmidt's investigation heats up.
  • 8.3
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    Chapter 63

    episode S5.E11 may 2017
    As the team tries to control the fallout from damaging testimony and leaks, everyone is under suspicion and tensions flare between Frank and Claire.
  • 9
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    Chapter 64

    episode S5.E12 may 2017
    Frank attempts to stop Cathy from testifying. With Hammerschmidt sniffing out the truth, the Underwoods throw someone close to them under the bus.
  • 8.3
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    Chapter 65

    episode S5.E13 may 2017
    In the wake of a surprising announcement, everything at the White House is shaken up. A decision must be made about whether to go to war.
  • 4.5
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    Chapter 66

    episode S6.E1 november 2018
    As the first woman to hold the title of President of the United States, Claire faces increased scrutiny and threats. Sibling power couple Annette and Bill Shepherd attempt to influence policy.
  • 4.5
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    Chapter 67

    episode S6.E2 november 2018
    Claire clashes with the Shepherds and Mark Usher, who pressure her to sign the Future Act. Doug makes an unexpected move.
  • 4.5
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    Chapter 68

    episode S6.E3 november 2018
    The Shepherds push Claire on a Supreme Court nomination. Doug works to find a new path for himself. Claire consults with Jane on Syria.
  • 4.6
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    Chapter 69

    episode S6.E4 november 2018
    As a crisis mounts in Syria, Russian President Viktor Petrov wants to make a deal with Claire. Questions arise about Tom Yates's whereabouts.
  • 4.7
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    Chapter 70

    episode S6.E5 november 2018
    Claire allows her enemies to think she's incapacitated as they plot to remove her from office. Doug's investigation leads him to uncover a secret.
  • 4.5
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    Chapter 71

    episode S6.E6 november 2018
    Claire makes staff changes. The Shepherds try to recruit Doug to their side. With Mark facing intense scrutiny, Jane offers advice.
  • 4.1
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    Chapter 72

    episode S6.E7 november 2018
    While the Shepherd family attempts to diminish Claire's power, Doug goes off the grid but continues angling to advance his agenda.
  • 2.6
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    Chapter 73

    episode S6.E8 november 2018
    Claire tries to tarnish Frank's legacy. Doug provokes Claire by releasing excerpts from Frank's diary. A rift develops between the Shepherds.

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  • 9
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    90% of the votes

    Chapter 17

    episode S2.E4 february 2014
    A Terror threat traps Francis in the Congress building with a bitter Donald Blythe. Claire gives a live interview that shakes the media.
  • 4.7
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    86% of the votes

    Chapter 70

    episode S6.E5 november 2018
    Claire allows her enemies to think she's incapacitated as they plot to remove her from office. Doug's investigation leads him to uncover a secret.
  • 8.8
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    83% of the votes

    Chapter 22

    episode S2.E9 february 2014
    It becomes personal when Tusk hits the Underwood pair with a scandal. Freddy and his restaurant will be involved in it all.
  • 9
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    74% of the votes

    Chapter 32

    episode S3.E6 february 2015
    Frank and Claire travel to Moscow to negotiate the return of an imprisoned U.S. citizen. Claire takes a stand that jeopardizes their plans.
  • 4.5
    /10
    73% of the votes

    Chapter 66

    episode S6.E1 november 2018
    As the first woman to hold the title of President of the United States, Claire faces increased scrutiny and threats. Sibling power couple Annette and Bill Shepherd attempt to influence policy.
  • 4.5
    /10
    72% of the votes

    Chapter 67

    episode S6.E2 november 2018
    Claire clashes with the Shepherds and Mark Usher, who pressure her to sign the Future Act. Doug makes an unexpected move.
  • 8.3
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    72% of the votes

    Chapter 65

    episode S5.E13 may 2017
    In the wake of a surprising announcement, everything at the White House is shaken up. A decision must be made about whether to go to war.
  • 4.5
    /10
    69% of the votes

    Chapter 68

    episode S6.E3 november 2018
    The Shepherds push Claire on a Supreme Court nomination. Doug works to find a new path for himself. Claire consults with Jane on Syria.
  • 8.9
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    68% of the votes

    Chapter 39

    episode S3.E13 february 2015
    Francis and Claire's relationship reaches a critical point. Doug catches up with his past.
  • 4.5
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    67% of the votes

    Chapter 71

    episode S6.E6 november 2018
    Claire makes staff changes. The Shepherds try to recruit Doug to their side. With Mark facing intense scrutiny, Jane offers advice.

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