Black Lightning

Season 1

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Jefferson Pierce has made his choice. He hung up the suit and his secret identity years ago, but with a daughter hell-bent on justice and a star student being recruited by a local gang, he'll be pulled back into the fight as the wanted vigilante and DC legend: Black Lightning.
13 Episodes
  • The Resurrection
    E1
    Episode 1The ResurrectionJefferson 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 a neighborhood overrun by gang violence, he is a hero in his community. Nine years ago, Pierce was a hero of a different sort. Gifted with the superhuman power to harness and control electricity, he used those powers to keep his hometown streets safe as the masked vigilante Black Lightning, but he left the Superhero days behind. Almost a decade later, Pierce’s crime-fighting days are long behind him…or so he thought.
  • Lawanda: The Book of Hope
    E2
    Episode 2Lawanda: The Book of HopeAs 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 wondering. While Jefferson Pierce struggles with his decision, Gambi urges him to take up the mantle once more and return to life as Black Lightning. Anissa and Jennifer try to deal with the aftermath of their jolting experience.
  • Lawanda: The Book of Burial
    E3
    Episode 3Lawanda: The Book of BurialAs 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 figure out their new dynamic. Finally, Jennifer reveals to her parents that she has been grappling with something big.
  • Black Jesus
    E4
    Episode 4Black JesusBlack Lightning is recruited to rally against The 100 gang. Anissa investigates the new drug hitting the streets. Meanwhile, familiar faces begin to reappear.
  • And Then the Devil Brought the Plague: The Book of Green Light
    E5
    Episode 5And Then the Devil Brought the Plague: The Book of Green LightAn 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 consequences. Lastly, Jennifer learns the importance of controlling her temper – in all situations.
  • Three Sevens: The Book of Thunder
    E6
    Episode 6Three Sevens: The Book of ThunderJefferson 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. Elsewhere, Gambi begs for help from Lynn.
  • Equinox: The Book of Fate
    E7
    Episode 7Equinox: The Book of FateBlack Lightning’s pursuit for Tobias continues. Anissa continues to find herself in the new normal.
  • The Book of Revelations
    E8
    Episode 8The Book of RevelationsBlack 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 situation.
  • The Book of Little Black Lies
    E9
    Episode 9The Book of Little Black LiesIn 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. Tensions remain high between Black Lightning and Gambi.
  • Sins of the Father: The Book of Redemption
    E10
    Episode 10Sins of the Father: The Book of RedemptionBlack 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 compromising position. Jefferson begins to view things differently.
  • Black Jesus: The Book of Crucifixion
    E11
    Episode 11Black Jesus: The Book of CrucifixionAs 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, Gambi and Anissa work together to show Black Lightning is still running around the streets of Freeland.
  • The Resurrection and the Light: The Book of Pain
    E12
    Episode 12The Resurrection and the Light: The Book of PainTobias 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 provide surprising aid.
  • Shadow of Death: The Book of War
    E13
    Episode 13Shadow of Death: The Book of WarThe aftermath of the showdown with Black Lightning leaves everyone reeling. Meanwhile, Tobias gathers his forces.
Cast of Season 1
  • Cress WilliamsJefferson Pierce / Black Lightning
  • Nafessa WilliamsAnissa Pierce / Thunder / Blackbird
  • China Anne McClainJennifer Pierce / Lightning
  • Christine AdamsLynn Pierce
  • Marvin 'Krondon' Jones IIITobias Whale
  • James RemarPeter Gambi
  • Damon GuptonBill Henderson
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