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Black Lightning
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.
- Created by:
- Salim Akil
- Cast:
- Cress Williams, Nafessa Williams, Christine Adams, Marvin Jones III
- Language:
- English
- Country:
- United States of America
- Network:
- The CW
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Season 3
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E01
Episode 1
★ 6.2The Book of Occupation: Chapter One: Birth of Blackbird
2019-10-07 · 43mWe find Jefferson Pierce like never before, in the hands of the ASA with his wife Lynn as Agent Odell tightens his grip on the Pierce family, leaving Jennifer abandoned and Freeland without Black Lightning and Thunder. But Anissa secretly defies Odell in her alter ego as Blackbird with the able tactical and technical support of Gambi.
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E02
Episode 2
★ 5.9The Book of Occupation: Chapter Two: Maryam's Tasbih
2019-10-14 · 43mWith Freeland under full-blown occupation, the Pierce family gets pulled in different directions. Jefferson and Lynn find themselves at odds with each other. Meanwhile, Anissa rebels as Blackbird while Jennifer feels powerless despite having powers.
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E03
Episode 3
★ 6.2The Book of Occupation: Chapter Three: Agent Odell's Pipe-Dream
2019-10-21 · 43mWhen Lynn learns that Jefferson brokered a deal with Agent Odell without consulting her first, it begins to put a strain on their relationship. Meanwhile, Anissa and Grace have an emotional encounter.
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E04
Episode 4
★ 6.1The Book of Occupation: Chapter Four: Lynn's Ouroboros
2019-10-28 · 43mJefferson faces new challenges due to the shocking state of Freeland; Lynn finds herself under intense pressure as she desperately tries to find a solution to the continuing crisis in Freeland; Anissa continues her work at the clinic.
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E05
Episode 5
★ 6.7The Book of Occupation: Chapter Five: Requiem for Tavon
2019-11-11 · 43mJefferson struggles with the effects on his family, leading to a decision with tragic consequences. Meanwhile, Anissa's identity is threatened. Lastly, Agent Odell takes an important step toward winning over Jennifer.
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E06
Episode 6
★ 6.0The Book of Resistance: Chapter One: Knocking on Heaven's Door
2019-11-18 · 43mJefferson, is torn between his loyalty to his family and his commitment to saving Freeland. Meanwhile, Anissa's commitment to Grace is deepening. Lastly, Jennifer makes an interesting discovery.
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E07
Episode 7
★ 6.7The Book of Resistance: Chapter Two: Henderson's Opus
2019-11-25 · 42mAnissa and Jefferson have a heart-to-heart and she tells him she needs Black Lightning’s help in escorting meta refugees out of the perimeter. Meanwhile, Gambi implores Lynn to help get him access to the Pit. Lastly, Jennifer grows closer to Brandon.
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E08
Episode 8
★ 6.2The Book of Resistance: Chapter Three: The Battle of Franklin Terrace
2019-12-02 · 43mBlack Lightning decides to fight back when the ASA threatens his old neighborhood. Thunder battles Painkiller, and Tobias has a plan for Lynn to stop the ASA from weaponizing the metas.
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E09
Episode 9
★ 6.2The Book of Resistance: Chapter Four: Earth Crisis
2019-12-09 · 43mWith the coming of the red skies, Jennifer finds herself torn between worlds.
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E10
Episode 10
★ 6.2The Book of Markovia: Chapter One: Blessings and Curses Reborn
2020-01-20 · 41mJefferson navigates his new reality following the events of the Crisis, and Lynn’s determination to save the meta kids deepens her troubles. Meanwhile, Anissa/Blackbird faces new challenges. Lastly, Jennifer’s bond with Brandon begins to grow.
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E11
Episode 11
★ 5.9The Book of Markovia: Chapter Two: Lynn's Addiction
2020-01-27 · 43mJefferson, Anissa and Jennifer discover that the ASA is now hunting the entire Pierce family. Meanwhile, Lynn does the unthinkable.
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E12
Episode 12
★ 6.2The Book of Markovia: Chapter Three: Motherless ID
2020-02-03 · 43mJefferson and Anissa join forces with the ASA to help one of their own. Meanwhile, Lynn is forced to continue battling her demons.
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E13
Episode 13
★ 6.6The Book of Markovia: Chapter Four: Grab the Strap
2020-02-10 · 43mBlack Lightning and his team descend upon Markovia on a mission to rescue Lynn who finds herself in even more trouble when she meets Gravedigger, a metahuman on the Markovian side.
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E14
Episode 14
★ 5.2The Book of War: Chapter One: Homecoming
2020-02-24 · 43mAs the battle continues, old alliances are revisited and new alliances forged.
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E15
Episode 15
★ 6.0The Book of War: Chapter Two: Freedom Ain't Free
2020-03-02 · 43mAfter learning that Gravedigger and the Markovians are coming to attack Freeland, the Pierce family prepares for war.
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E16
Episode 16
★ 6.2The Book of War: Chapter Three: Liberation
2020-03-09 · 43mBlack Lightning faces off against Gravedigger.
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Cress Williams
Jefferson Pierce / Black Lightning
Nafessa Williams
Anissa Pierce / Thunder / Blackbird
Christine Adams
Lynn Pierce
Marvin Jones III
Tobias Whale
James Remar
Peter Gambi
Chantal Thuy
Grace Choi
