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The Best Episodes of Black Lightning

Every episode of Black Lightning ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of Black Lightning!

The Best Episodes of 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...

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  1. Background image for The Book of Markovia: Chapter Four: Grab the Strap
    7.7/10(482 votes)

    #1 - The Book of Markovia: Chapter Four: Grab the Strap

    S3:E13

    Black 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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  2. Background image for Black Jesus: The Book of Crucifixion
    7.6/10(926 votes)

    #2 - Black Jesus: The Book of Crucifixion

    S1:E11

    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.

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  3. Background image for The Resurrection
    7.5/10(2.0k votes)

    #3 - The Resurrection

    S1:E1

    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
    Writer:Salim Akil
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  4. Background image for The Resurrection and the Light: The Book of Pain
    7.5/10(896 votes)

    #4 - The Resurrection and the Light: The Book of Pain

    S1:E12

    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.

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  5. Background image for Shadow of Death: The Book of War
    7.5/10(943 votes)

    #5 - Shadow of Death: The Book of War

    S1:E13

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

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  6. Background image for Sins of the Father: The Book of Redemption
    7.4/10(914 votes)

    #6 - Sins of the Father: The Book of Redemption

    S1:E10

    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.

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  8. Background image for The Book of War: Chapter Three: Liberation
    7.4/10(452 votes)

    #7 - The Book of War: Chapter Three: Liberation

    S3:E16

    Black Lightning faces off against Gravedigger.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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  9. Background image for Three Sevens: The Book of Thunder
    7.3/10(1.1k votes)

    #8 - Three Sevens: The Book of Thunder

    S1:E6

    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.

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  10. Background image for Equinox: The Book of Fate
    7.3/10(995 votes)

    #9 - Equinox: The Book of Fate

    S1:E7

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

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  11. Background image for The Book of Revelations
    7.3/10(966 votes)

    #10 - The Book of Revelations

    S1:E8

    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.

    Writer:Jan Nash
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  12. Background image for The Book of Little Black Lies
    7.3/10(953 votes)

    #11 - The Book of Little Black Lies

    S1:E9

    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.

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  13. Background image for Lawanda: The Book of Hope
    7.2/10(1.5k votes)

    #12 - Lawanda: The Book of Hope

    S1:E2

    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
    Writer:Salim Akil
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  14. Background image for Lawanda: The Book of Burial
    7.2/10(1.3k votes)

    #13 - Lawanda: The Book of Burial

    S1:E3

    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
    Writer:Jan Nash
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  15. Background image for And Then the Devil Brought the Plague: The Book of Green Light
    7.2/10(1.1k votes)

    #14 - And Then the Devil Brought the Plague: The Book of Green Light

    S1:E5

    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.

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  16. Background image for The Book of Occupation: Chapter Five: Requiem for Tavon
    7.2/10(484 votes)

    #15 - The Book of Occupation: Chapter Five: Requiem for Tavon

    S3:E5

    Jefferson 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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  17. Background image for The Book of Resistance: Chapter Three: The Battle of Franklin Terrace
    7.2/10(470 votes)

    #16 - The Book of Resistance: Chapter Three: The Battle of Franklin Terrace

    S3:E8

    Black 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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  18. Background image for The Book of War: Chapter Two: Freedom Ain't Free
    7.2/10(438 votes)

    #17 - The Book of War: Chapter Two: Freedom Ain't Free

    S3:E15

    After learning that Gravedigger and the Markovians are coming to attack Freeland, the Pierce family prepares for war.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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  19. Background image for The Book of the Apocalypse: Chapter Two: The Omega
    7.1/10(593 votes)

    #18 - The Book of the Apocalypse: Chapter Two: The Omega

    S2:E16

    Lynn goes head to head with Dr. Jace once and for all. Meanwhile, Gambi risks his life to save Jennifer. Lastly, Tobias makes a major move to cripple Freeland and kill Black Lightning, requiring our superhero family to step up like never before.

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  20. Background image for The Book of Resistance: Chapter Four: Earth Crisis
    7.1/10(555 votes)

    #19 - The Book of Resistance: Chapter Four: Earth Crisis

    S3:E9

    With the coming of the red skies, Jennifer finds herself torn between worlds.

    Director:Tasha Smith
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  21. Background image for The Book of Markovia: Chapter Three: Motherless ID
    7.1/10(445 votes)

    #20 - The Book of Markovia: Chapter Three: Motherless ID

    S3:E12

    Jefferson and Anissa join forces with the ASA to help one of their own. Meanwhile, Lynn is forced to continue battling her demons.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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  22. Background image for Painkiller
    7.1/10(412 votes)

    #21 - Painkiller

    S4:E7

    After attempting to bury the darker, devastatingly lethal Painkiller part of his persona, Khalil Payne has distanced himself away from everyone he knows and loves in a new city, Akashic Valley, in order to find peace... but peace never comes easy for men with pasts like Painkiller.

    Director:Salim Akil
    Writer:Salim Akil
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  23. Background image for Black Jesus
    7.0/10(1.2k votes)

    #22 - Black Jesus

    S1:E4

    Black Lightning is recruited to rally against The 100 gang. Anissa investigates the new drug hitting the streets. Meanwhile, familiar faces begin to reappear.

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  24. Background image for The Book of Occupation: Chapter Four: Lynn's Ouroboros
    7.0/10(486 votes)

    #23 - The Book of Occupation: Chapter Four: Lynn's Ouroboros

    S3:E4

    Jefferson 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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  25. Background image for The Book of Markovia: Chapter One: Blessings and Curses Reborn
    7.0/10(450 votes)

    #24 - The Book of Markovia: Chapter One: Blessings and Curses Reborn

    S3:E10

    Jefferson 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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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  26. Background image for The Book of Markovia: Chapter Two: Lynn's Addiction
    7.0/10(445 votes)

    #25 - The Book of Markovia: Chapter Two: Lynn's Addiction

    S3:E11

    Jefferson, Anissa and Jennifer discover that the ASA is now hunting the entire Pierce family. Meanwhile, Lynn does the unthinkable.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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Best Episodes Summary

"The Book of Markovia: Chapter Four: Grab the Strap" is the best rated episode of "Black Lightning". It scored 7.7/10 based on 482 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Asheleigh O. Conley, it aired on 2/10/2020. This episode scored 0.1 points higher than the second highest rated, "Black Jesus: The Book of Crucifixion".