Black Lightning Season 1 Episodes

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Season 1 Episode Guide

Episode 1 - The Resurrection

In the series premiere, Jefferson Pierce is a man wrestling with a secret. Years ago, he hung up the suit and secret identity of Black Lightning. But now he must return.
Episode 2 - Season 1, Episode 2: LaWanda: The Book of Hope

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, Peter Gambi (series star James Remar) 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.
Episode 4 - Season 1, Episode 4: Black Jesus

While familiar faces begin to reappear, Black Lightning is recruited to rally against The 100 gang, and Anissa investigates a new drug hitting the streets.
Episode 4 - Black Jesus

While familiar faces begin to reappear, Black Lightning is recruited to rally against The 100 gang, and Anissa investigates a new drug hitting the streets.
Episode 5 - 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.
Episode 6 - Three Sevens: The Book of Thunder

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.
Episode 7 - Equinox: The Book of Fate

While Black Lightning continues his pursuit of Tobias, Anissa continues to find herself in the “new normal.”
Episode 7 - Season 1, Episode 7: Equinox: The Book of Fate

While Black Lightning continues his pursuit of Tobias, Anissa continues to find herself in the “new normal.”
Episode 8 - Revelations

While Black Lightning works with Anissa to find information to clear his name, Jennifer begins interning for Lynn, and Gambi finds himself in a precarious situation.
Episode 10 - Sins of the Father: The Book of Redemption

Black Lightning’s 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.
Episode 11 - Season 1, Episode 11: 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.
Episode 12 - Season 1, Episode 12: The Resurrection and the Light: The Book of Pain

Tobias returns to Freeland – tasked with capturing and not killing Black Lightning with the help of an unexpected source. After a battle of epic proportions, Anissa and Jennifer provide surprising aid.
Episode 15 - Season 2, Episode 2: The Book of Consequences: Chapter Two: Black Jesus Blues

A man with many faces, Jefferson Pierce is a respected educator and father of two. He’s also Black Lightning, superpowered protector of Freeland with the ability to sense and harness electricity. Jefferson is not the only one with powers and multiple faces. His oldest daughter, Anissa is a medical student, part-time teacher and dedicated social activist. She’s also the super hero known as Thunder who’s able to drastically increase her density, giving her invulnerability and super strength. Finally, Jefferson’s youngest daughter, Jennifer is a fiery teen who inherited her father’s athletic gifts and his super powers.
Episode 16 - Season 2, Episode 3: The Book of Consequences: Chapter Three: Master Lowry

Jefferson is forced to watch as all of his good work is undone before his eyes when his replacement arrives and begins implementing sweeping changes. Meanwhile, Anissa continues to play Robin Hood by stealing from one of the most powerful crime syndicates in Freeland.
Episode 18 - Season 2, Episode 5: The Book of Blood: Chapter One: Requiem

Jefferson and Anissa work together investigating the hometown of a creepy man at the clinic and make a shocking discovery. Meanwhile, with Syonide gone, Tobias puts an increasing amount of pressure on Khalil to help fill some of the void left in the organization.
Episode 21 - Season 2, Episode 8: The Book of Rebellion: Chapter One - Exodus

The Pierce family is reeling in the wake of Jennifer’s disappearance. Jefferson, Lynn and Anissa all gather to discuss the most effective way to find her. After learning that Jennifer is with Khalil, Lynn goes to Detective Henderson to ask him to issue a warrant for Khalil’s arrest. Meanwhile, Jennifer and Khalil are doing their best to stay off the grid but Tobias’s new henchwoman Cutter (guest star KEARRAN GIOVANNI) is closing in on them.
Episode 23 - Season 2, Episode 10: The Book of Rebellion: Chapter Three - Angelitos Negros

This week an all new episode of Black Lightning.
Episode 25 - Season 2, Episode 12: The Book of Secrets: Chapter Two - Just and Unjust

When Anissa returns to work at the clinic, she meets a domestic violence victim who motivates her to take action. Meanwhile, Gambi makes a discovery.
Episode 29 - Season 2, Episode 16: The Book of the Apocalypse: Chapter Two - The Omega

In the second part of the two-part season finale, Lynn goes head-to-head with Dr. Jace (recurring guest star Jennifer Riker) 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 Super Hero family to step up like never before.
Episode 35 - Season 3, Episode 6: The Book of Resistance: Chapter One: Knocking On Heaven's Door

Jefferson is torn between his loyalty to his family and his commitment to saving Freeland. Meanwhile, Anissa’s commitment to Grace (recurring guest star Chantal Thuy) is deepening. Lastly, Jennifer makes an interesting discovery.
Episode 37 - Season 3, Episode 8: The Book of Resistance: Chapter Three: The Battle of Franklin Terrace

Black Lightning goes up against the ASA. Meanwhile, Tobias continues to manipulate Lynn.
Episode 39 - Season 3, Episode 10: The Book Of Markovia : Chapter One : Blessings And Curses Reborn

This week an all new episode of Black Lightning.
Episode 40 - Season 3, Episode 11: The Book of Markovia: Chapter Two: Lynn's Addiction

Jefferson, Anissa and Jennifer discover that the ASA is now hunting the entire Pierce family. Meanwhile, Lynn does the unthinkable.
Episode 44 - Season 3, Episode 15: The Book of War: Chapter Two: Freedom Ain't Free

After learning that Gravedigger and the Markovians are coming to attack Freeland, the Pierce family prepares for war.
Episode 46 - Season 4, Episode 1: The Book of Reconstruction: Chapter One: Collateral Damage

In the season four premiere, Jefferson Pierce (Cress Williams) is still mourning the death of his longtime friend Detective Henderson. And Gambi gets an interesting opportunity.
Episode 49 - Season 4, Episode 4: The Book of Reconstruction: Chapter Four: A light in the Darkness

Jefferson pays Tobias a visit and warns him to stay away from his family.
Episode 50 - Season 4, Episode 5: The Book of Ruin: Chapter One: Picking up the Pieces

Gambi supports Black Lightning as he departs on a special mission. Meanwhile, Grace tries to persuade Anissa to let her guard down.
Episode 51 - Season 4, Episode 6: The Book of Ruin: Chapter Two: Theseus's Ship

Jefferson crosses a line with Lynn. Meanwhile, Anissa shares some important news. Lastly, Tobias makes a surprising move.
Episode 52 - Season 4, Episode 7: Painkiller

Khalil Payne is a young man ridden with the guilt of his troubled past from his former life in Freeland City, where, as a super-enhanced killing machine known as Painkiller, he was both a member of Tobias Whale’s gang and a weapon of Agent Odell and the shadowy ASA. After attempting to bury the darker, devastatingly lethal Painkiller part of his persona, Khalil 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 Khalil Payne and Painkiller. As his violent, destructive history crashes his idyllic new beginning, Khalil is thrust back into action with a new mission – bring justice where he once gave out punishment – but to do that, he will first have to deal with and harness his darker side, Painkiller.
Episode 53 - Season 4, Episode 8: The Book Of Ruin: Chapter Three: Things Fall Apart

While Anissa surprises Grace, the FBI pays Jefferson a visit.


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