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The Best Episodes of Black Lightning Season 1

Every episode of Black Lightning Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Black Lightning Season 1!

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Black Lightning Season 1 Episode 11 - Black Jesus: The Book of Crucifixion
    7.6/10(959 votes)

    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.

    Director:Michael Schultz
    Writer:Melora Rivera

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  2. Black Lightning Season 1 Episode 1 - The Resurrection
    7.5/10(2035 votes)

    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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  3. Black Lightning Season 1 Episode 10 - Sins of the Father: The Book of Redemption
    7.5/10(949 votes)

    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.

    Director:Eric Laneuville
    Writer:Pat Charles

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  4. Black Lightning Season 1 Episode 12 - The Resurrection and the Light: The Book of Pain
    7.5/10(930 votes)

    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.

    Director:Oz Scott
    Writers:Jan Nash, Adam Giaudrone

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  5. Black Lightning Season 1 Episode 13 - Shadow of Death: The Book of War
    7.5/10(977 votes)

    S1:E13

    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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  6. Black Lightning Season 1 Episode 7 - Equinox: The Book of Fate
    7.4/10(1033 votes)

    S1:E7

    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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  7. Black Lightning Season 1 Episode 6 - Three Sevens: The Book of Thunder
    7.3/10(1108 votes)

    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.

    Director:Benny Boom
    Writer:Charles Holland

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  8. Black Lightning Season 1 Episode 8 - The Book of Revelations
    7.3/10(1000 votes)

    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.

    Director:Tanya Hamilton
    Writer:Jan Nash

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  9. Black Lightning Season 1 Episode 9 - The Book of Little Black Lies
    7.3/10(986 votes)

    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.

    Director:Tawnia McKiernan
    Writer:Keli Goff

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  10. Black Lightning Season 1 Episode 2 - Lawanda: The Book of Hope
    7.2/10(1535 votes)

    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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  11. Black Lightning Season 1 Episode 3 - Lawanda: The Book of Burial
    7.2/10(1328 votes)

    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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  12. Black Lightning Season 1 Episode 5 - And Then the Devil Brought the Plague: The Book of Green Light
    7.2/10(1140 votes)

    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.

    Director:Rose Troche
    Writer:Adam Giaudrone

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  13. Black Lightning Season 1 Episode 4 - Black Jesus
    7.0/10(1233 votes)

    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.

    Director:Michael Schultz
    Writer:Pat Charles

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Black Jesus: The Book of Crucifixion" is the best rated episode of "Black Lightning" season 1. It scored 7.6/10 based on 959 votes. Directed by Michael Schultz and written by Melora Rivera, it aired on 4/3/2018. This episode is rated 0.1 points higher than the second-best, "The Resurrection".