The Best Episodes of Black Lightning

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   7.7/10(486 votes)

   #1 - The Book of Markovia: Chapter Four: Grab the Strap

   S3:E132/10/2020

   Black 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.

   Director:Unknown

   Writer:Asheleigh O. Conley

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   Director:Unknown

   Writer:Asheleigh O. Conley
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   7.6/10(930 votes)

   #2 - Black Jesus: The Book of Crucifixion

   S1:E114/3/2018

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

   Director:Michael Schultz

   Writer:Melora Rivera

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   Director:Michael Schultz

   Writer:Melora Rivera
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   7.5/10(1987 votes)

   #3 - The Resurrection

   S1:E11/16/2018

   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 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.

   Director:Salim Akil

   Writer:Salim Akil

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   Director:Salim Akil

   Writer:Salim Akil
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   7.5/10(918 votes)

   #4 - Sins of the Father: The Book of Redemption

   S1:E103/27/2018

   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 compromising position. Jefferson begins to view things differently.

   Director:Eric Laneuville

   Writer:Pat Charles

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   Director:Eric Laneuville

   Writer:Pat Charles
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   7.5/10(901 votes)

   #5 - The Resurrection and the Light: The Book of Pain

   S1:E124/10/2018

   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 provide surprising aid.

   Director:Oz Scott

   Writers:Adam Giaudrone, Jan Nash

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   Director:Oz Scott

   Writers:Adam Giaudrone, Jan Nash
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   7.5/10(949 votes)

   #6 - Shadow of Death: The Book of War

   S1:E134/17/2018

   The aftermath of the showdown with Black Lightning leaves everyone reeling. Meanwhile, Tobias gathers his forces.

   Director:Salim Akil

   Writer:Charles Holland

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   Director:Salim Akil

   Writer:Charles Holland
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   7.4/10(1000 votes)

   #7 - Equinox: The Book of Fate

   S1:E73/6/2018

   Black Lightning’s pursuit for Tobias continues. Anissa continues to find herself in the new normal.

   Director:Bille Woodruff

   Writer:Lamont Magee

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   Director:Bille Woodruff

   Writer:Lamont Magee
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   7.4/10(958 votes)

   #8 - The Book of Little Black Lies

   S1:E93/20/2018

   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. Tensions remain high between Black Lightning and Gambi.

   Director:Tawnia McKiernan

   Writer:Keli Goff

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   Director:Tawnia McKiernan

   Writer:Keli Goff
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   7.4/10(456 votes)

   #9 - The Book of War: Chapter Three: Liberation

   S3:E163/9/2020

   Black Lightning faces off against Gravedigger.

   Director:Unknown

   Writer:Unknown

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   Director:Unknown

   Writer:Unknown
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    7.3/10(1109 votes)

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

    S1:E52/13/2018

    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.

    Director:Rose Troche

    Writer:Adam Giaudrone

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    Director:Rose Troche

    Writer:Adam Giaudrone
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    7.3/10(1076 votes)

    #11 - Three Sevens: The Book of Thunder

    S1:E62/27/2018

    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. Elsewhere, Gambi begs for help from Lynn.

    Director:Benny Boom

    Writer:Charles Holland

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    Director:Benny Boom

    Writer:Charles Holland
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    7.3/10(970 votes)

    #12 - The Book of Revelations

    S1:E83/13/2018

    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.

    Director:Tanya Hamilton

    Writer:Jan Nash

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    Director:Tanya Hamilton

    Writer:Jan Nash
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    7.3/10(488 votes)

    #13 - The Book of Occupation: Chapter Five: Requiem for Tavon

    S3:E511/11/2019

    Jefferson 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.

    Director:Robert Townsend

    Writers:Brusta Brown, John Mitchell Todd

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    Director:Robert Townsend

    Writers:Brusta Brown, John Mitchell Todd
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    7.2/10(1502 votes)

    #14 - Lawanda: The Book of Hope

    S1:E21/23/2018

    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 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.

    Director:Oz Scott

    Writer:Salim Akil

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    Director:Oz Scott

    Writer:Salim Akil
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    7.2/10(1297 votes)

    #15 - Lawanda: The Book of Burial

    S1:E31/30/2018

    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 figure out their new dynamic. Finally, Jennifer reveals to her parents that she has been grappling with something big.

    Director:Mark Tonderai

    Writer:Jan Nash

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    Director:Mark Tonderai

    Writer:Jan Nash
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    7.2/10(475 votes)

    #16 - The Book of Resistance: Chapter Three: The Battle of Franklin Terrace

    S3:E812/2/2019

    Black 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.

    Director:Neema Barnette

    Writer:Jake Waller

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    Director:Neema Barnette

    Writer:Jake Waller
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    7.2/10(562 votes)

    #17 - The Book of Resistance: Chapter Four: Earth Crisis

    S3:E912/9/2019

    With the coming of the red skies, Jennifer finds herself torn between worlds.

    Director:Tasha Smith

    Writer:Lamont Magee

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    Director:Tasha Smith

    Writer:Lamont Magee
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    7.2/10(442 votes)

    #18 - The Book of War: Chapter Two: Freedom Ain't Free

    S3:E153/2/2020

    After learning that Gravedigger and the Markovians are coming to attack Freeland, the Pierce family prepares for war.

    Director:Unknown

    Writer:Unknown

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    Writer:Unknown
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    7.1/10(600 votes)

    #19 - The Book of the Apocalypse: Chapter Two: The Omega

    S2:E163/18/2019

    Lynn goes head to head with Dr. Jace once and for all. Meanwhile, Gambi risks his life to save Jennifer. Lastly, Tobias makes a major move to cripple Freeland and kill Black Lightning, requiring our superhero family to step up like never before.

    Director:Salim Akil

    Writer:Charles Holland

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    Director:Salim Akil

    Writer:Charles Holland
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    7.1/10(449 votes)

    #20 - The Book of Markovia: Chapter Three: Motherless ID

    S3:E122/3/2020

    Jefferson and Anissa join forces with the ASA to help one of their own. Meanwhile, Lynn is forced to continue battling her demons.

    Director:Unknown

    Writer:Unknown

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    Director:Unknown

    Writer:Unknown
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    7.1/10(420 votes)

    #21 - Painkiller

    S4:E74/12/2021

    After attempting to bury the darker, devastatingly lethal Painkiller part of his persona, Khalil Payne has distanced himself away from everyone he knows and loves in a new city, Akashic Valley, in order to find peace... but peace never comes easy for men with pasts like Painkiller.

    Director:Salim Akil

    Writer:Salim Akil

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    Director:Salim Akil

    Writer:Salim Akil
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    7.0/10(1200 votes)

    #22 - Black Jesus

    S1:E42/6/2018

    Black Lightning is recruited to rally against The 100 gang. Anissa investigates the new drug hitting the streets. Meanwhile, familiar faces begin to reappear.

    Director:Michael Schultz

    Writer:Pat Charles

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    Director:Michael Schultz

    Writer:Pat Charles
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    7.0/10(508 votes)

    #23 - The Book of Occupation: Chapter Three: Agent Odell's Pipe-Dream

    S3:E310/21/2019

    When 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.

    Director:Benny Boom

    Writer:Pat Charles

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    Director:Benny Boom

    Writer:Pat Charles
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    7.0/10(490 votes)

    #24 - The Book of Occupation: Chapter Four: Lynn's Ouroboros

    S3:E410/28/2019

    Jefferson 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.

    Director:Mary Lou Belli

    Writer:Adam Giaudrone

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    Director:Mary Lou Belli

    Writer:Adam Giaudrone
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    7.0/10(456 votes)

    #25 - The Book of Markovia: Chapter One: Blessings and Curses Reborn

    S3:E101/20/2020

    Jefferson 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.

    Director:Unknown

    Writer:Unknown

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    Writer:Unknown