TV series
Death by Lightning
2025, English, on Netflix. Created by Mike Makowsky.
The story of James Garfield, who rose from obscurity to become America's 20th President — and Charles Guiteau, the man who assassinated him.
- Seasons
- 1
- Episodes
- 4
- Episode length
- 53 min
- Status
- Ended in 2025
Worth the Hype
Clear your evening for this.
7.3/10 from 106 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch
Stream
NetflixAvailability in India. Streaming data by JustWatch.
Latest episode
S1 E4: Destiny of the Republic
Aired 6 November 2025
Seasons 1
Cast & crew
- Mike MakowskyCreator
- Michael ShannonJames Garfield · 4 ep
- Matthew MacfadyenCharles Guiteau · 4 ep
- Nick OffermanChester A. Arthur · 4 ep
- Shea WhighamRoscoe Conkling · 4 ep
- Bradley WhitfordJames Blaine · 4 ep
- Betty GilpinCrete Garfield · 4 ep
- Alfie TempestIrvin Garfield · 4 ep
- Anders GrundbergAbram Garfield · 4 ep
- Dylan HughesJim Garfield Jr. · 4 ep
- Jack AlldridgeHarry Garfield · 4 ep
- Andrew HeflerTom Platt · 4 ep
- David NyklLevi Morton · 4 ep
Details
- First aired
- 6 November 2025
- Last aired
- 6 November 2025
- Network
- Netflix
- Language
- English
- Country
- United States
- Type
- Miniseries
- Rated
- A
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Death by Lightning: quick answers
Is Death by Lightning worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.3/10 from 106 TMDB viewer ratings.
How many seasons of Death by Lightning are there?
Death by Lightning has 1 season and 4 episodes, about 53 minutes each.
Is Death by Lightning finished?
Yes. Death by Lightning ended in 2025, so you can watch the whole story.
Where can I watch Death by Lightning?
Death by Lightning is streaming on Netflix.
Is Death by Lightning suitable for kids?
Death by Lightning is rated A. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
What shows are like Death by Lightning?
If you liked Death by Lightning, try Manhunt, Paradise, Bad Blood.
Who created Death by Lightning?
Death by Lightning was created by Mike Makowsky and stars Michael Shannon, Matthew Macfadyen, Nick Offerman.