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The Best Episodes of Death by Lightning Season 1

Every episode of Death by Lightning Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Death by Lightning Season 1!

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The story of James Garfield, who rose from obscurity to become America's 20th President — and Charles Guiteau, the man who assassinated him.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Death by Lightning Season 1 Episode 1 - The Man from Ohio
    7.9/10(978 votes)

    #1 - The Man from Ohio

    S1:E1

    At the 1880 Republican National Convention, the lives of Ohio Congressman James Garfield and newly released convict Charles Guiteau are forever altered.

    Director:Matt Ross
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. Death by Lightning Season 1 Episode 2 - Party Faithful
    7.6/10(820 votes)

    #2 - Party Faithful

    S1:E2

    In the runup to Election Day, Garfield welcomes the nation to his front porch, while Guiteau struggles to ingratiate himself with Party leadership.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Death by Lightning Season 1 Episode 3 - Casus Belli
    7.8/10(754 votes)

    #3 - Casus Belli

    S1:E3

    Treachery from within the White House complicates Garfield's attempts to appoint a Cabinet. Guiteau tries everything to secure a Presidential audience.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Death by Lightning Season 1 Episode 4 - Destiny of the Republic
    8.2/10(760 votes)

    #4 - Destiny of the Republic

    S1:E4

    Conkling goes on the offensive as Garfield challenges the New York political machine. Isolated and desperate, Guiteau weighs a history-making decision.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"The Man from Ohio" is the best rated episode of "Death by Lightning" season 1. It scored 7.9/10 based on 978 votes. Directed by Matt Ross and written by Unknown, it aired on 11/6/2025. This episode is rated 0.3 points higher than the second-best, "Party Faithful".