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Black Lightning

2018–2021 Action & Adventure • Drama • Sci-Fi & Fantasy

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.

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Overview

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.

Series Snapshot

Status
Released
Total Seasons
4
Total Episodes
58
First Air Date
Jan 16, 2018
Most Recent Air Date
May 24, 2021
Network / Platform
Netflix
Original Language
en-US

Themes

Tone & Style

  • World-building and concept-heavy arcs are central to the experience.
  • Serialized structure rewards long-form viewing over stand-alone episodes.
  • Completed run offers a finite, binge-friendly arc.

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Creators & Cast

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Rating
31.3
Seasons
4
Episodes
58

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Metadata

Seasons

Season 2

2018 • 16 episodes