House of Cards Timeline ( Real )

series_premiere
February 1, 2013

Debut of House of Cards

The political drama series "House of Cards" premiered on Netflix, marking one of the first major successes for streaming television.

controversy
October 29, 2017

Kevin Spacey Accusations Emerge

Actor Kevin Spacey, who starred as Frank Underwood, faced public accusations of sexual misconduct, impacting the show's future production.

production_change
November 3, 2017

Kevin Spacey Fired; Robin Wright Leads

Following allegations, Kevin Spacey was removed from the show, with Robin Wright's character becoming the central focus for the final season.

series_event
November 2, 2018

Release of Final Season (Season 6)

The sixth and final season of "House of Cards" was released, concluding the storyline without Kevin Spacey.

House of Cards Timeline ( Fictional )

political_ascendancy
Early 2010

Frank Underwood becomes House Majority Whip

Frank Underwood secures the position of House Majority Whip, setting the stage for his political maneuvering.

turning_point
Mid 2010

Frank is passed over for Secretary of State

Frank Underwood is denied the Secretary of State appointment, prompting him to begin his calculated plan for revenge and power.

manipulation
Late 2010

Frank begins to manipulate Peter Russo

Frank starts to control Congressman Peter Russo in his bid to influence Pennsylvania politics and eventually to run for governor.

campaign
2010-2011

Frank pushes Peter Russo's gubernatorial campaign

Frank supports Peter Russo’s campaign for Governor of Pennsylvania to expand his political influence.

political_maneuver
2011

Frank orchestrates Russo's downfall

After Russo's relapse and self-sabotage, Frank ensures his political career ends, clearing the path for his own ambitions.

media_collaboration
2011

Zoe Barnes collaborates with Frank

Journalist Zoe Barnes begins cooperating with Frank Underwood to leak information and shape media narratives.

political_ascendancy
2012

Frank becomes Vice President

Through strategic moves, Frank Underwood is elected Vice President of the United States.

political_crisis
2013

President Garrett Walker resigns

Amid scandal and pressure, President Garrett Walker resigns, enabling Frank Underwood to assume the presidency.

political_ascendancy
2013

Frank Underwood sworn in as President

Frank Underwood is sworn in as President of the United States following Walker's resignation.

political_ascendancy
2013

Claire Underwood appointed UN Ambassador

Claire Underwood is appointed United States Ambassador to the United Nations, increasing her political stature.

criminal_act
2013

Frank orders Zoe Barnes’ death

Frank underwood orchestrates the death of Zoe Barnes to silence her and protect his presidency.

election
2016

Frank wins re-election

Frank Underwood wins a second term as President after a hard-fought campaign.

political_ascendancy
2016

Claire Underwood becomes Vice President

Claire is elected Vice President, becoming Frank’s running mate in the re-election campaign.

death
2017

Frank Underwood dies

Frank Underwood dies under mysterious circumstances, dramatically changing the political landscape.

political_ascendancy
2017

Claire Underwood sworn in as President

Following Frank's death, Claire Underwood is sworn in as the President of the United States.