The "House of Cards" Season 5 release date is inexorably inching closer everyday, a happy thought for fans who might feel a bit impatient at what seems to be an impossibly long wait. For fans who might have wonder what the Netflix political drama could offer next season, here are some details to expect, which include some intel on changes of showrunner, characters and cast, when "House of Card" Season 5 premiere arrives next year.
Patricia Clarkson, Campbell Scott To Join 'House of Cards' Season 5 Cast
Expect new faces to appear with the arrival of "House of Cards" Season 5 air date next year. The latest confirmed additions are actors Campbell Scott and Patricia Clarkson who are set to join the show's fifth season, reports Den Of Geek. However, it is still unclear at the moment what exact roles the two new members of the "House of Cards" Season 5 cast would be playing next season as details still remain under wraps.
'House of Cards' Season 5 Speculations - New Character Based On President Trump?
With President Donald Trump's victory over Clinton, rumors are circulating that a character based on the new president might be introduced when "House of Cards" Season 5 release date arrives. As this GamenGuide report speculated, rumors have it that Frank Underwood's opponent next season could be loosely based on the billionaire businessman turned president.
'House of Cards' Season 5 To Have New Showrunners
What is certain though is that Beau Willimon will no longer be the showrunner by the time "House of Cards" Season 5 release date comes. Replacing Willimon are Melissa James Gibson and Frank Pugliese, who joined the series as senior writers in the third season, reports Popsugar.
'House of Cards' Season 5 Air Date
Netflix is yet to announce the "House of Cards" Season 5 release date. However, most speculations agree that the "House of Cards" Season 5 premiere could fall within the February and March 2017 window. Be sure to follow GamenGuide to get the latest updates on Netflix's political drama series.
