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“House of Cards” meme: meaning, origin and common card

House of Cards refers to the cultural meme born from Netflix’s 2013 acclaimed political drama.

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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “House of Cards” is a common card of the Memes World series 75, number 22288 of the collection, and the 151st best-known meme of its 300 cards. Here is what the meme means, where it comes from, and how to get its card.

What does the “House of Cards” meme mean?

The reference highlights cold, calculated moves in political or professional spheres. It evokes someone quietly outmaneuvering rivals to seize control, often channeled through the protagonist’s signature habit of breaking the fourth wall to confide cynical intentions straight to the viewers.

Where does the “House of Cards” meme come from?

Developed by showrunner Beau Willimon, the political drama premiered on Netflix in February 2013. The plot follows Congressional Democratic whip Frank Underwood, played by Kevin Spacey, embarking on a systematic climb to authority after losing a promised appointment as Secretary of State. While no single viral upload serves as an isolated origin point, the production became an enduring online symbol for power grabs.

  1. February 2013Netflix releases the political drama developed by Beau Willimon.

How to use the “House of Cards” meme

  • Describing a colleague’s tactical promotion strategy in an office environment.
  • Reacting to an unexpected government reshuffle with references to Underwood’s plots.
  • Using a scene where the character looks at the camera to indicate a calculated move.

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The “House of Cards” card in MyMemeCards

House of Cards card
NumberNo. 22288
RarityCommon
CollectionMemes World series 75
Fame59/100 · #151 of 300
Recycle value5 MemeCoins (15 in Shiny)
Rarities of the Memes World series 75: 300 cards
  • Common21371%
  • Rare5418%
  • Epic3110%
  • Legendary20.7%

How to get the “House of Cards” card

Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; House of Cards comes out of the Memes World series 75 as a common card. The pack odds say what each rarity weighs.

Your first pack is free and needs no account. After that a new free pack lands every 10 minutes, up to 3 waiting for you. You can also buy the card with MemeCoins on the market, bid for it at auction, or trade it — and a double recycles into 5 MemeCoins.

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Odds per card, averaged over a pack: Common 72%, Rare 23.9%, Epic 3.2%, Legendary 0.56%, Mythic 0.3%, Full Art ≤ 0.1%, Shiny 0.2%. Cards 1 to 3 are always Common, cards 4 and 5 climb the rarities. Rates drop for cards that circulate a lot. Details

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Frequently asked questions

What is the main plot of House of Cards?

It depicts Frank Underwood orchestrating a ruthless climb to power after being denied the role of Secretary of State.

Who plays Frank Underwood in the show?

The scheming politician is portrayed by actor Kevin Spacey.

Why was House of Cards significant for streaming?

Premiering in 2013, it helped establish digital streaming as a platform for prestige, high-budget television.

How do I get the House of Cards meme card?

Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “House of Cards” is a common card of the Memes World series 75. Your first pack is free, with no account, and you can also buy, trade or win the card at auction.

How rare is the House of Cards card?

It is a Common card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.

Sources: House of Cards · House of Cards: Image Gallery | Know Your Meme · House of Cards | Serie: Inhalt, Besetzung und Streaming · checked on October 17, 2026.

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