House of Cards: The Complete First Season [4 Discs] [DVD]

Netflix has come out with some of the best original programming in recent years. Of these shows, House of Cards is the best. The political drama showcases spectacular performances from the always great Kevin Spacey and Robin Wright. The entire 1st season being available on DVD for $20 is an easy way for anyone wanting to see this magnificent show to see what all the fuss is about. The price for this show is more reasonable than just about any other TV series i can think of. Definitely worth it.

U.S. Rep. Francis Underwood of South Carolina starts out as a ruthless politician seeking revenge in this Netflix original production. Promised the post of Secretary of State in exchange for his support, his efforts help to ensure the election of Garrett Walker to the presidency. But Walker changes his mind before the inauguration, telling Underwood he's too valuable in Congress. Outwardly, Underwood accepts his marching orders, but secretly he and his wife Claire, an environmental activist, make a pact to destroy Walker and his allies. As the series progresses, Underwood ascends through the ranks of the government -- until his death, at which point Claire gains power. Based on the U.K. miniseries of the same name, the U.S. version offers a look behind the scenes at the greed and corruption in American politics. A number of real-life media figures make cameo appearances.

There is a rumour that a group of Congressional aides gather every week to watch House of Cards and discuss the show. I can only imagine what is talked about and what is fact or fiction but I just hope that what we are watching in House of Cards is make believe. The acting cast is phenomenal and the best part is when Kevin Spacey engages the audience with these sideways commentaries about what is going on and why the action is following a certain direction. It's like a tutorial on Machiavellian politics. I put this on by accident one day and now I'm hooked on House of Cards.

Wish the series was on something other than Netflix but worth the price for the DVD's. Spacy is as always great. He brings his character to another level. One problem that I have is how the DVD's are packaged. They are in cardboard sleeves and in doing so they get scratched very easily. Two of mine were scratched when I took them out of the sleeves. Very poor idea whoever it was that came up with it.

I enjoy buying TV or Cable series on DVD at a good price. Good bang (hours of watching) for the buck. This was reasonably priced and really surprised me how good it was. It has a great plot, acting and cinematography. I head something about it getting good reviews but was not expecting to be as entertained as I was with the series. Each episode outdid the previous one. Anything goes in Washington. I would recommend buying it and may join Netflix to see it next season before it comes out on DVD.

I was riveted to the first season and have subsequently purchased the 2nd and third seasons. Spacey has created a jewel with incredible performers in a believable setting. It seems at times to almost be a documentary. If you have not seen this you have missed a great production. Be sure to watch in sequence as it is sequential... ENJOY AND CONGRATULATIONS TO KEVIN SPACEY

This show grabs you by the throat and just keeps surprising you the entire way through. The level of selfish manipulation is shocking, and that's part of the charm.. It's honestly the first show I have really enjoyed that is based entirely on greed. The acting is impeccable (Whenever Kevin Spacey gives the camera one of his glances I chuckle). Robin Wright is fantastic as his 'just as manipulative' counterpart.

I've given this as a gift to a couple people Normally not something I do with shows as individual tastes are not always easy to predict. However everyone enjoyed it so much they went beyond season 1 and watched the rest of the series to catch up and are now fans , hooked to this terrific show