TV series
Black Lightning
2018–2021, English, on The CW. Created by Salim Akil.
High voltage action
Jefferson Pierce is a man wrestling with a secret. As the father of two daughters and principal of a charter high school that also serves as a safe haven for young people in a New Orleans neighborhood overrun by gang violence, he is a hero to his community.
- Seasons
- 4
- Episodes
- 58
- Episode length
- 45 min
- Status
- Ended in 2021
Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.9/10 from 989 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch
Amazon Video
Apple TV Store
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Fandango At HomeAvailability in India. Streaming data by JustWatch.
Latest episode
S4 E13: The Book of Resurrection: Chapter Two: Closure
Aired 24 May 2021
Seasons 4
Cast & crew
- Salim AkilCreator
- Cress WilliamsJefferson Pierce / Black Lightning · 58 ep
- Nafessa WilliamsAnissa Pierce / Thunder / Blackbird · 58 ep
- China Anne McClainJennifer Pierce / Lightning · 58 ep
- Christine AdamsLynn Pierce · 58 ep
- Marvin Jones IIITobias Whale · 58 ep
- James RemarPeter Gambi · 58 ep
- Jordan CallowayKhalil Payne / Painkiller · 58 ep
- Damon GuptonBill Henderson (voice) · 46 ep
- Chantal ThuyGrace Choi · 35 ep
- William CatlettLatavious 'Lala' Johnson · 23 ep
- Bill DukeAgent Percy Odell · 21 ep
- Christopher AmmanuelTC · 19 ep
Details
- First aired
- 16 January 2018
- Last aired
- 24 May 2021
- Network
- The CW
- Language
- English
- Country
- United States
- Type
- Scripted
- Rated
- U
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Black Lightning: quick answers
Is Black Lightning worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.9/10 from 989 TMDB viewer ratings.
How many seasons of Black Lightning are there?
Black Lightning has 4 seasons and 58 episodes, about 45 minutes each.
Is Black Lightning finished?
Yes. Black Lightning ended in 2021, so you can watch the whole story.
Is Black Lightning suitable for kids?
Black Lightning is rated U. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
What shows are like Black Lightning?
If you liked Black Lightning, try Helstrom, Krypton, Marvel's Cloak & Dagger.
Who created Black Lightning?
Black Lightning was created by Salim Akil and stars Cress Williams, Nafessa Williams, China Anne McClain.