The Best Episodes of Black Lightning Season 1

Episode Rankings

1. #1 Fan Favorite
   

   7.5/10(1991 votes)

   #1 - The Resurrection

   S1:E11/16/2018

   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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   Director:Salim Akil

   Writer:Salim Akil
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   7.2/10(1505 votes)

   #2 - Lawanda: The Book of Hope

   S1:E21/23/2018

   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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   Director:Oz Scott

   Writer:Salim Akil
3. 

   7.2/10(1300 votes)

   #3 - Lawanda: The Book of Burial

   S1:E31/30/2018

   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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   Director:Mark Tonderai

   Writer:Jan Nash
4. 

   7.0/10(1203 votes)

   #4 - Black Jesus

   S1:E42/6/2018

   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

   Writer:Pat Charles

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   Director:Michael Schultz

   Writer:Pat Charles
5. 

   7.3/10(1112 votes)

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

   S1:E52/13/2018

   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

   Writer:Adam Giaudrone

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   Director:Rose Troche

   Writer:Adam Giaudrone
6. 

   7.3/10(1079 votes)

   #6 - Three Sevens: The Book of Thunder

   S1:E62/27/2018

   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

   Writer:Charles Holland

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   Director:Benny Boom

   Writer:Charles Holland
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   7.4/10(1002 votes)

   #7 - Equinox: The Book of Fate

   S1:E73/6/2018

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

   Director:Bille Woodruff

   Writer:Lamont Magee

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   Director:Bille Woodruff

   Writer:Lamont Magee
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   7.3/10(972 votes)

   #8 - The Book of Revelations

   S1:E83/13/2018

   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

   Writer:Jan Nash

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   Director:Tanya Hamilton

   Writer:Jan Nash
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   7.3/10(960 votes)

   #9 - The Book of Little Black Lies

   S1:E93/20/2018

   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

   Writer:Keli Goff

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   Director:Tawnia McKiernan

   Writer:Keli Goff
10. 

    7.5/10(920 votes)

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

    S1:E103/27/2018

    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

    Writer:Pat Charles

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    Director:Eric Laneuville

    Writer:Pat Charles
11. 

    7.6/10(932 votes)

    #11 - Black Jesus: The Book of Crucifixion

    S1:E114/3/2018

    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

    Writer:Melora Rivera

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    Director:Michael Schultz

    Writer:Melora Rivera
12. 

    7.5/10(903 votes)

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

    S1:E124/10/2018

    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

    Writers:Adam Giaudrone, Jan Nash

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    Director:Oz Scott

    Writers:Adam Giaudrone, Jan Nash
13. 

    7.5/10(951 votes)

    #13 - Shadow of Death: The Book of War

    S1:E134/17/2018

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

    Director:Salim Akil

    Writer:Charles Holland

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    Director:Salim Akil

    Writer:Charles Holland