'House of Cards' Announces Season 2 Return Date [PREVIEW]

 

      "House of Cards", the American political drama that aired on Netflix has officially announced that the show would be returning for a second season. "House of Cards" announced it's return date via Twitter and stated that the tv drama would be back on the television screen February 14,2014. Set in present day Washington D.C. Frank Underwood (Kevin Spacey), a democratic from South Carolina, has finally been appointed Secretary of State and it is now time to seek revenge on those who betrayed him. "House of Crads" recieved nine out of 14-nominations for Netflix's awards, three Primetime Emmy Awards, and the Webby Award. There has been rumors flying around that the ucoming second season might be the last and final streaming of the hit tv show, but chief Ted Sarandos stated that they are currently in negotiations for a third season and beyond. The preview for the second season of 'House of Cards' shows Robin Wright, who plays Claire Underwood on the show, smoking a cigarette in black and white. The eeriness and silence gives viewers much anticipation regarding the upcoming season. The full synopsis for 'House of Cards' Season 2 is as follows:

"In the second season, Francis (Spacey) and Claire (Wright) Underwood continue their ruthless rise to power as threats mount on all fronts. Zoe Barnes (Kate Mara, "American Horror Story"), an up-and-coming reporter and Francis's former paramour, is inching closer to the truth about his crimes. President Walker's (Michel Gill, "The Good Wife") billionaire confidante Raymond Tusk (Gerald McRaney, "Southland") demands that Francis reciprocate political favors or face retribution. And Claire must confront the increasing glare of the spotlight as it eats away at her and Francis's once private existence. The Underwood's must overcome these dangers -- past and present -- to avoid losing everything, regardless of collateral damage they leave in their wake." 

Watch the Promo Trailer for 'House of Cards' season 2 below!