Netflix’s popular political thriller “House of Cards” will return for its third season on February 27.

    Netflix Inc. unveiled the new season with a silent 12-second clip of star Kevin Spacey as President Francis Underwood ascending* stairs to a plane with Robin Wright, who plays his wife, Claire.

    A black presidential limousine* sits on the tarmac* in the background, underscoring* the ruthless Underwood’s new role as U.S. president.

    “House of Cards” also finds itself in the middle of a real-life political debate in Maryland over tax credits.

    (SD-Agencies)