Black Lightning

Seasons

2018

USA

6.1

TV-14

A crusading school principal gets back into action as the original African-American electrical superhero.

Episode List

S1 • E1

The Resurrection

A former superhero with the power to control and harness lightning, Jefferson Pierce, otherwise known as Black Lightning, unrolls the secrets of his past to protect his city and his family.

S1 • E2

LaWanda: The Book of Hope

A glimmer of hope appears in the community that Black Lightning is back to combat the violence.

S1 • E3

LaWanda: The Book of Burial

Anissa starts to come into her own while Jefferson tries to decide if the community can survive without Black Lightning.

S1 • E4

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.

And Then the Devil Brought the Plague: The Book of Green Light

S1 • E5

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 consequences. Lastly, Jennifer learns the importance of controlling her temper - in all situations.

S1 • E6

Three Sevens: The Book of Thunder

Jefferson hunts down his father's killer; Anissa uses her new powers to right a wrong after a failed protest; Jennifer wrestles with difficult choices; Gambi asks Lynn for help.

S1 • E7

Equinox: The Book of Fate

Black Lightning's pursuit of Tobias continues; Anissa continues to find herself in the new normal.

S1 • E8

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 situation.

S1 • E9

The Book of Little Black Lies

Following the latest killing, Black Lightning tries to clear his name as he hunts down the person responsible for his father's death, while tensions remain high between him and Gambi.

Sins of the Father: The Book of Redemption

S1 • E10

Sins of the Father: The Book of Redemption

After the latest killing, Black Lightning works to clear his name and hunt down those involved in the death of his father.

S1 • E11

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, with Jefferson in custody, Gambi and Anissa work together to show Black Lightning is still running around the streets of Freeland.