She became an essential character in the series as she ran opposite Underwood for the Democratic nomination for President in the third and fourth season.
‘The Good Wife’ star is highly rumored to depart the series as she was just confirmed to join the cast of ‘Homeland’ for its sixth season. Marvel will portray Elizabeth Keane, America’s next President.
There isn’t any confirmation yet regarding Marvel’s rumored exit, but given the role of Marvel’s role in the upcoming season of ‘Homeland’, it’s safe to say that she will not reprise her role for ‘House of Cards’ this season.
Netflix has not yet announced a premiere date of season 5. However, if the streaming giant will follow their usual schedule, then fans can expect the fifth season to air in February or March next year with 13 episodes.
The fourth season of ‘House of Cards’ received 13 nominations for the 68th Primetime Emmy Awards including Outstanding Drama Series, with Spacey nominated for Outstanding Lead Actor, Wright for Outstanding Lead Actress, and Kelly for Outstanding Supporting Actor.
The Emmys will be held on September 18 at the Microsoft Theater in Downtown Los Angeles. It will be hosted by Jimmy Kimmel and will be broadcast live by ABC.