The Frank Underwood reign continues. Variety reports Netflix has renewed their political drama House of Cards for a fifth season ahead of its season four premiere in March.
Variety also reports that the series’ showrunner Beau Willimon will be leaving the show.
From Netflix, in a press statement:
Netflix and MRC owe a tremendous debt of gratitude to Beau Willimon for his strong narrative vision for House of Cards over the show’s first four seasons. As an Academy Award nominated writer, he made his first foray into television and built a riveting and critically acclaimed series, establishing his place in TV history. The producers, cast and crew join us in wishing Beau the best in his next creative adventure.”
Season four of House of Cards premieres on March 4th.
Watch a new promo for season four below:
What do you think? Are you a fan of House of Cards? What do you think of the showrunner leaving? Will you watch season four?
