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Black Lightning S1E13 — Shadow of Death: The Book of War

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Black Lightning•Season 1•Episode 13

Shadow of Death: The Book of War

7.5/10 · 977 votesApr 17, 201843 min

Ranked #5 of 13 in Season 1•+0.2 vs season avg

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

Directed bySalim Akil

Written byCharles Holland

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Shadow of Death: The Book of War

Cast7

Cress Williams

Cress Williams

Jefferson Pierce / Black Lightning

Nafessa Williams

Nafessa Williams

Anissa Pierce / Thunder / Blackbird

China Anne McClain

China Anne McClain

Jennifer Pierce / Lightning

Christine Adams

Christine Adams

Lynn Pierce

Marvin Jones III

Marvin Jones III

Tobias Whale

James Remar

James Remar

Peter Gambi

Damon Gupton

Damon Gupton

Bill Henderson

Crew2

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Salim Akil

Director

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Charles Holland

Writer

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Episode Summary

"Shadow of Death: The Book of War" is episode 13 of Black Lightning season 1. It scored 7.5/10 from 977 votes, ranking #5 of 13 episodes this season (season average 7.3). Directed by Salim Akil and written by Charles Holland, it aired on April 17, 2018.

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