About this series
Jefferson Pierce is a man wrestling with a secret. As the father of two daughters and principal of a charter high school that also serves as a safe haven for young people in a New Orleans neighborhood overrun by gang violence, he is a hero to his community.
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Quick facts
First Aired
2018
Seasons
4
Episodes
58
TMDB Rating
⭐ 6.9/10
Votes
952
Genre
Action & Adventure, Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Drama
Status
Ended
Network
The CW
Director
Language
EN
Seasons
S01E01
The Resurrection
Jefferson Pierce is a man wrestling with a secret. As the father of Anissa and Jennifer, and principal of a charter high school that also serves as a safe-haven for young people in…
S01E02
Lawanda: The Book of Hope
As the community struggles with the violence surrounding them, a glimmer of hope appears: Is Black Lightning back? Lynn Stewart, noticing the changes in the community, is also left…
S01E03
Lawanda: The Book of Burial
As Jefferson Pierce tries to determine if the community can survive without the help of Black Lightning, Anissa starts to come into her own. Meanwhile, Jefferson and Lynn try and f…
S01E04
Black Jesus
Black Lightning is recruited to rally against The 100 gang. Anissa investigates the new drug hitting the streets. Meanwhile, familiar faces begin to reappear.
S01E05
And Then the Devil Brought the Plague: The Book of Green Light
An unexpected phone call unearths the long-buried need for Jefferson to investigate the murder of his father. Meanwhile, Annisa wrestles with the fact that her actions have dire co…
S01E06
Three Sevens: The Book of Thunder
Jefferson is on the hunt for his father's killer, while Anissa uses her new powers to rectify a wrong after a protest fails. Jennifer grapples with some difficult choices. Elsewher…
S01E07
Equinox: The Book of Fate
Black Lightning’s pursuit for Tobias continues. Anissa continues to find herself in the new normal.
S01E08
The Book of Revelations
Black Lightning works with Anissa to help find information to clear Black Lightning’s name. Jennifer begins interning for Lynn. Meanwhile, Gambi finds himself in a precarious situa…
S01E09
The Book of Little Black Lies
In the aftermath of the latest killing, Black Lightning works to clear his name while also hunting down the person responsible for his father’s death, and anyone else involved. Ten…
S01E10
Sins of the Father: The Book of Redemption
Black Lightning attempts to rescue several long-missing children reveals a secret he did not anticipate, and its resulting connections. Gambi struggles to stay strong while in a co…
S01E11
Black Jesus: The Book of Crucifixion
As suspicions grow that Jefferson Pierce is Black Lightning, the ASA arranges to have him arrested. Lynn seeks help from Detective Henderson. Meanwhile, as Jefferson is in custody…
S01E12
The Resurrection and the Light: The Book of Pain
Tobias returns to Freeland. He is tasked to capture – not kill – Black Lightning with the help of an unexpected source. After a battle of epic proportions, Anissa and Jennifer prov…
S01E13
Shadow of Death: The Book of War
The aftermath of the showdown with Black Lightning leaves everyone reeling. Meanwhile, Tobias gathers his forces.
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🎭 Action & Adventure
🎭 Sci-Fi & Fantasy
🎭 Drama
🎬 Salim Akil
👤 Cress Williams
👤 Nafessa Williams
👤 Christine Adams
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Questions about Black Lightning
How many seasons does Black Lightning have?
Black Lightning has 4 seasons and 58 episodes total.
Who created Black Lightning?
Black Lightning was created by Salim Akil and first aired in 2018.
What genre is Black Lightning?
Black Lightning is a Action & Adventure, Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Drama series.
Who stars in Black Lightning?
The cast of Black Lightning includes Cress Williams, Nafessa Williams, Christine Adams, Marvin Jones III, James Remar.
What is the TMDB rating for Black Lightning?
Black Lightning has a TMDB rating of 6.9/10 based on 952 votes.
