Season 5 of the American political drama TV series “House of Cards” is to air on Netflix in March next year but this early, speculations about the show’s possible plotlines have been spreading on the internet like wildfire.
But the rumors have been fairly consistent in saying that Frank Underwood, played by Kevin Spacey shall be losing the presidency, which he just won in an election during the fourth season of “House of Cards.”
Claire Underwood, played by Robin Wright, is his Vice President so in the event that Frank loses the presidency, she would be there to assume the position and ensure continuity for the United States of America.
Past rumors have also been saying that it shall be Claire who shall be plotting the downfall of her husband. But there are also reports claiming that Frank would actually die in Season 5 as a result of his illness that was given a glimpse of during the past season.
The latest rumors are now saying that Claire would ensure the removal of Frank from office by taking the support of the President’s most trusted man in Doug Stamper, played by Michael Kelly, reports the Hall of Fame Magazine.
An addiction to loyalty
However, there are also reports saying that it is unlikely for Doug Stamper to suddenly turn his back and lose his loyalty to Frank that easy.
In a recent interview, actor Michael Kelly described his character in “House of Cards” as someone whose loyalty to the President is already an addiction.
Kelly said that Doug Stamper’s job, his fondness for alcohol and his love for the Underwoods are like a strong addiction for him.
Given such description, it is possible that the rumors saying that it would be Doug Stamper who shall take Frank’s life seem very remote unless the fifth season of “House of Cards” comes up with a very compelling reason for Doug to turn his back and kill his boss.
Romance for Doug
According to reports, Doug Stamper might find his romantic partner in the upcoming fifth season of “House of Cards” and it is possible that it could be Leann Harvey, played by Neve Campbell, who is also an amoral character, notes the Ecumenical Times.
Doug Stamper and Leann Harvey’s romance shall continue to bloom in the fifth season of the political drama TV series, which would delight a lot of fans.
Their romance is expected to grow further in Season 5 but there are also speculations saying that one might control the other to gain trade secrets are also swirling wildly. The rumors say that the control attempt could be used with the art of seduction.
While Doug will reportedly get a romance, things will continue to turn south for the Underwood couple. Frank and Claire have been practically getting at each other’s throats during the fourth season of “House of Cards.”
Claire was already seeking a divorce from Frank during the fourth season but she had to call off her plan after the attempt on the President’s life happened where she needed to be both a wife and a Vice President at the same time.
She also manipulated the political system and eventually became the country’s vice president during the Season 4 finale of “House of Cards.”
If the rumors are true that both his wife and his most trusted and loyal ally shall be working together for his downfall, then it is likely that Frank Underwood and his hold on the US presidency is almost doomed.
Incidentally, there are reports saying that Season 5 of “House of Cards” on Netflix would be its last and not because the show is not doing well in terms of ratings.
On the contrary, “House of Cards” is one of the most highly-rated TV shows on the streaming service.