Broken Lens

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

Written By

Salim Akil

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

Written By

Salim Akil

Guest Stars

Jordan Calloway

Khalil Payne / Painkiller

Skye P. Marshall

Kara Fowdy

Shein Mompremier

Chenoa

Charlbi Dean

Syonide

Kyanna Simone Simpson

Kiesha

Anthony Reynolds

Deputy Chief Cayman

Cedric Greenway

Father

Herman Baaqar

Doorman

Swift Rice

Elevator Operator

Linda Boston

Freeland Resident

Billy Bussey

Gunman

Jimmy Woods

Youngster #1

Caleb T. Thomas

Malik

Donny Carrington

Youngster #2

Tracey Bonner

Lawanda White

Dabier

Will

Clifton Powell

Reverend Jeremiah Holt

William Catlett

Latavious 'Lala' Johnson

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

Written By

Jan Nash

Guest Stars

Jordan Calloway

Khalil Payne / Painkiller

Chantal Thuy

Grace Choi

Amanda Davis

Joan Lincoln

Shein Mompremier

Chenoa

Charlbi Dean

Syonide

Eric Mendenhall

Joey Toledo

Carolyn Jones Ellis

Marcher #2

Holly Firfer

Reporter

Brandon Rice

Marcher #1

Donny Carrington

Youngster #2

Clifton Powell

Reverend Jeremiah Holt

Jill Scott

Lady Eve

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

Written By

Pat Charles

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

Written By

Adam Giaudrone

Guest Stars

Edwina Findley

Tori

Antonio Fargas

David Poe

Terrence 'T.C.' Carson

Eldridge

Charlbi Dean

Syonide

Whitney Anderson

Lana

Jessica Fontaine

Mama

Patrick L. Reyes

Cashier

Mark Thompson

Randy

Rayne Caldwell

Young Tori

Adam Cronan

Conspiracy Theorist

Renell Gibbs

Young Dad

Leah Monet

Teala

Brandon Sauve

Ben

Eric Mendenhall

Joey Toledo

Kyanna Simone Simpson

Kiesha

Vernika Rowe

Auntie Gina

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

Written By

Charles Holland

Guest Stars

Jordan Calloway

Khalil Payne / Painkiller

Amanda Davis

Joan Lincoln

Skye P. Marshall

Kara Fowdy

Charlbi Dean

Syonide

Matt Mercurio

Kam Yuen

Kaden Washington Lewis

Young Jefferson

Eric Goins

Dr. Henry Mayfield

Parisa Johnston

Dr. Sophia Cruz

Bayland Rippenkroeger

Burglar #1

Whitney Anderson

Lana

Eric Mendenhall

Joey Toledo

Kyanna Simone Simpson

Kiesha

Anthony Reynolds

Deputy Chief Cayman

Shannon Thomas

Policeman #1

John David Bulla

Anarchist

Jill Scott

Lady Eve

Keith Arthur Bolden

Alvin Pierce

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

Director

Bille Woodruff

Written By

Lamont Magee

Guest Stars

Amanda Davis

Joan Lincoln

Edwina Findley

Tori

Derick Anthony

Darius

Charlbi Dean

Syonide

Jigga

Mr. Nasir

Carlos Javier Rivera

Rafa

Lucia Scarano

Older Latina Woman

George Lott

Big

Roger K. Moore

Lab Tech

Eric Mendenhall

Joey Toledo

Kyanna Simone Simpson

Kiesha

Tracey Bonner

Lawanda White

Jill Scott

Lady Eve

William Catlett

Latavious 'Lala' Johnson

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

Written By

Jan Nash

Guest Stars

Gregg Henry

Martin Proctor

Godholly

Himself

Mike Forbs

Citizen #3

Marion Guyot

Mrs. Johnson

Darryl W. Handy

Citizen #1

Rachael Thompson

Plasmacorp Clerk

Shimone Woodberry

Citizen #2

Al-Jaleel Knox

LaShawn

Kyanna Simone Simpson

Kiesha

Anthony Reynolds

Deputy Chief Cayman

Tracey Bonner

Lawanda White

William Catlett

Latavious 'Lala' Johnson

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

Written By

Keli Goff

Guest Stars

Gregg Henry

Martin Proctor

Charles Green

Teddy Evans

Derrick J. Haywood

Thunder Fan

Morgan Brown

Thomas Hidalgo

Benedetto Robinson

Caleb Scott

Jonathan D. Williams

Chemist

Joey Thurmond

Business Man

Anthony Reynolds

Deputy Chief Cayman

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

Written By

Pat Charles

Guest Stars

Gregg Henry

Martin Proctor

Joshua Mikel

Steven Conners

Alphonso A'Qen-Aten Jackson

Slim / Lieutenant

Skye P. Marshall

Kara Fowdy

Kat Logan

Neema

Nikki Nicole Dillard

Woman

Quinton Garvin

Gang Member #1

Mark Hicks

ASA Agent

Marcus Samuel

Gang Member #2

Shomari Love

Lieutenant

Al-Jaleel Knox

LaShawn

Caleb T. Thomas

Malik

Dabier

Will

Taylor Polidore

Lisa

Jason Louder

Frank '2-Bits' Tanner

William Catlett

Latavious 'Lala' Johnson

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

Written By

Melora Rivera

Guest Stars

Crystal Lee Brown

Desk Sergeant

Skye P. Marshall

Kara Fowdy

Vanessa Aranegui

Ms. Gordon

Jay Harmon III

Jonate

Jasun Jabbar Wardlaw Jr.

Tavon

Josh Henry

Man in Lab Coat

Faron Salisbury

Detective Glennon

Polly Craig

Senior Citizen

Christopher Hampton

Bearded Young Man

Patrick Lamont Jr.

Resident #1

Wendel A. Matthews

African American Officer

Kelita Samone

Resident #2

Kyanna Simone Simpson

Kiesha

Anthony Reynolds

Deputy Chief Cayman

Regina Ting Chen

Chandler Tong

Mimi Fletcher

Woman Delivery Driver

Tommy Kane

John Webb

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

Written By

Adam Giaudrone, Jan Nash

Guest Stars

Jordan Calloway

Khalil Payne / Painkiller

Gregg Henry

Martin Proctor

Alphonso A'Qen-Aten Jackson

Slim / Lieutenant

Skye P. Marshall

Kara Fowdy

Charlbi Dean

Syonide

Morgan Brown

Thomas Hidalgo

Richard Marrero

Dwayne

Yolanda T. Ross

Nichelle Payne

William Catlett

Latavious 'Lala' Johnson

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

Director

Salim Akil

Written By

Charles Holland

Guest Stars

Jordan Calloway

Khalil Payne / Painkiller

Gregg Henry

Martin Proctor

Cory Scott Allen

Klovic

Crystal Lee Brown

Desk Sergeant

David Alexander

Walter Rutledge

Charlbi Dean

Syonide

Josh Henry

Man in Lab Coat

Kaden Washington Lewis

Young Jefferson

Derrick LeMont

Mr. Lewis

Swift Rice

Elevator Operator

Leon Lamar

Store Owner

Vernika Rowe

Auntie Gina

William Catlett

Latavious 'Lala' Johnson

Keith Arthur Bolden

Alvin Pierce

Black Lightning

Season 1

Episodes

1.The Resurrection

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2.Lawanda: The Book of Hope

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3.Lawanda: The Book of Burial

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4.Black Jesus

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5.And Then the Devil Brought the Plague: The Book of Green Light

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6.Three Sevens: The Book of Thunder

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7.Equinox: The Book of Fate

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8.The Book of Revelations

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9.The Book of Little Black Lies

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10.Sins of the Father: The Book of Redemption

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11.Black Jesus: The Book of Crucifixion

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12.The Resurrection and the Light: The Book of Pain

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13.Shadow of Death: The Book of War

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