
Black Lightning
Creator Salim Akil · Channel The CW · Starring Cress Williams, Nafessa Williams, China Anne McClain
High voltage action
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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Episodes
- Episode 1: 1. The Book of Occupation: Chapter One: Birth of BlackbirdOctober 7, 2019 · 43 minWe find Jefferson Pierce like never before, in the hands of the ASA with his wife Lynn as Agent Odell tightens his grip on the Pierce family, leaving Jennifer abandoned and Freeland without Black Lightning and Thunder. But Anissa secretly defies Odell in her alter ego as Blackbird with the able tactical and technical support of Gambi.
- Episode 2: 2. The Book of Occupation: Chapter Two: Maryam's TasbihOctober 14, 2019 · 43 minWith Freeland under full-blown occupation, the Pierce family gets pulled in different directions. Jefferson and Lynn find themselves at odds with each other. Meanwhile, Anissa rebels as Blackbird while Jennifer feels powerless despite having powers.
- Episode 3: 3. The Book of Occupation: Chapter Three: Agent Odell's Pipe-DreamOctober 21, 2019 · 43 minWhen Lynn learns that Jefferson brokered a deal with Agent Odell without consulting her first, it begins to put a strain on their relationship. Meanwhile, Anissa and Grace have an emotional encounter.
- Episode 4: 4. The Book of Occupation: Chapter Four: Lynn's OuroborosOctober 28, 2019 · 43 minJefferson faces new challenges due to the shocking state of Freeland; Lynn finds herself under intense pressure as she desperately tries to find a solution to the continuing crisis in Freeland; Anissa continues her work at the clinic.
- Episode 5: 5. The Book of Occupation: Chapter Five: Requiem for TavonNovember 11, 2019 · 43 minJefferson struggles with the effects on his family, leading to a decision with tragic consequences. Meanwhile, Anissa's identity is threatened. Lastly, Agent Odell takes an important step toward winning over Jennifer.
- Episode 6: 6. The Book of Resistance: Chapter One: Knocking on Heaven's DoorNovember 18, 2019 · 43 minJefferson, is torn between his loyalty to his family and his commitment to saving Freeland. Meanwhile, Anissa's commitment to Grace is deepening. Lastly, Jennifer makes an interesting discovery.
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- Episode 7: 7. The Book of Resistance: Chapter Two: Henderson's OpusNovember 25, 2019 · 42 minAnissa and Jefferson have a heart-to-heart and she tells him she needs Black Lightning’s help in escorting meta refugees out of the perimeter. Meanwhile, Gambi implores Lynn to help get him access to the Pit. Lastly, Jennifer grows closer to Brandon.
- Episode 8: 8. The Book of Resistance: Chapter Three: The Battle of Franklin TerraceDecember 2, 2019 · 43 minBlack Lightning decides to fight back when the ASA threatens his old neighborhood. Thunder battles Painkiller, and Tobias has a plan for Lynn to stop the ASA from weaponizing the metas.
- Episode 9: 9. The Book of Resistance: Chapter Four: Earth CrisisDecember 9, 2019 · 43 minWith the coming of the red skies, Jennifer finds herself torn between worlds.
- Episode 10: 10. The Book of Markovia: Chapter One: Blessings and Curses RebornJanuary 20, 2020 · 41 minJefferson navigates his new reality following the events of the Crisis, and Lynn’s determination to save the meta kids deepens her troubles. Meanwhile, Anissa/Blackbird faces new challenges. Lastly, Jennifer’s bond with Brandon begins to grow.
- Episode 11: 11. The Book of Markovia: Chapter Two: Lynn's AddictionJanuary 27, 2020 · 43 minJefferson, Anissa and Jennifer discover that the ASA is now hunting the entire Pierce family. Meanwhile, Lynn does the unthinkable.
- Episode 12: 12. The Book of Markovia: Chapter Three: Motherless IDFebruary 3, 2020 · 43 minJefferson and Anissa join forces with the ASA to help one of their own. Meanwhile, Lynn is forced to continue battling her demons.
- Episode 13: 13. The Book of Markovia: Chapter Four: Grab the StrapFebruary 10, 2020 · 43 minBlack Lightning and his team descend upon Markovia on a mission to rescue Lynn who finds herself in even more trouble when she meets Gravedigger, a metahuman on the Markovian side.
- Episode 14: 14. The Book of War: Chapter One: HomecomingFebruary 24, 2020 · 43 minAs the battle continues, old alliances are revisited and new alliances forged.
- Episode 15: 15. The Book of War: Chapter Two: Freedom Ain't FreeMarch 2, 2020 · 43 minAfter learning that Gravedigger and the Markovians are coming to attack Freeland, the Pierce family prepares for war.
- Episode 16: 16. The Book of War: Chapter Three: LiberationMarch 9, 2020 · 43 minBlack Lightning faces off against Gravedigger.
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Credits
- Cress WilliamsJefferson Pierce / Black Lightning · 58 episodes
- Nafessa WilliamsAnissa Pierce / Thunder / Blackbird · 58 episodes
- China Anne McClainJennifer Pierce / Lightning · 58 episodes
- Christine AdamsLynn Pierce · 58 episodes
- Marvin Jones IIITobias Whale · 58 episodes
- James RemarPeter Gambi · 58 episodes
- Salim AkilCreator · Director · 11 episodes
- Oz ScottDirector · 7 episodes
Film and series details
- EPISODE LENGTH
- 45 minutes
- FIRST AIRED
- January 16, 2018
- LAST AIRED
- May 24, 2021
- PRODUCTION COMPANIES
- Warner Bros. Television, Akil Productions, Berlanti Productions
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