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The Best Episodes of Black Lightning Season 2

Every episode of Black Lightning Season 2 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Black Lightning Season 2!

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Black Lightning Season 2 Episode 1 - The Book of Consequences: Chapter One: Rise of the Green Light Babies
    6.9/10(823 votes)

    #1 - The Book of Consequences: Chapter One: Rise of the Green Light Babies

    S2:E1

    Jefferson Pierce and his family may have survived Tobias’s attack, but they’re not out of the woods yet. Concerned for the safety of Garfield’s students, the board considers a motion to shut down the school, forcing Jefferson to go to Napier Frank to sway the vote. Jennifer struggles with her powers and her actions have unforeseen repercussions. Meanwhile, Anissa finds a new way to give back to Freeland. Lastly, Lynn continues her quest much to the dismay of Agent Odell.

    Director:Salim Akil
    Writer:Salim Akil

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  2. Black Lightning Season 2 Episode 2 - The Book of Consequences: Chapter Two: Black Jesus Blues
    6.9/10(743 votes)

    #2 - The Book of Consequences: Chapter Two: Black Jesus Blues

    S2:E2

    Jefferson must break the news to his students and faculty that he is stepping down. Struggling with his new life as Painkiller, Kahlil pays a visit to Jennifer in hopes of mending things. Meanwhile, Tobias continues to enact his plan.

    Director:Oz Scott
    Writer:Charles Holland

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  3. Black Lightning Season 2 Episode 3 - The Book of Consequences: Chapter Three: Master Lowry
    6.8/10(716 votes)

    #3 - The Book of Consequences: Chapter Three: Master Lowry

    S2:E3

    Jefferson is forced to watch as all his good work is undone before his eyes when his replacement arrives and begins implementing sweeping changes. Meanwhile, Anissa continues to play Robin Hood by stealing from one of the most powerful crime syndicates in Freeland.

    Director:Rose Troche
    Writer:Jan Nash

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  4. Black Lightning Season 2 Episode 4 - The Book of Consequences: Chapter Four: Translucent Freak
    6.7/10(698 votes)

    #4 - The Book of Consequences: Chapter Four: Translucent Freak

    S2:E4

    Jefferson confronts Anissa about her reckless and irresponsible behavior leading to a fierce disagreement.

    Director:Salli Richardson-Whitfield
    Writer:Adam Giaudrone

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  5. Black Lightning Season 2 Episode 5 - The Book of Blood: Chapter One: Requiem
    6.7/10(695 votes)

    #5 - The Book of Blood: Chapter One: Requiem

    S2:E5

    Jefferson and Anissa work together investigating the hometown of a creepy man at the clinic and make a shocking discovery. Meanwhile, with Syonide gone, Tobias puts an increasing amount of pressure on Khalil to help fill some of the void left in the organization.

    Director:Michael Schultz
    Writer:Lamont Magee

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  6. Black Lightning Season 2 Episode 6 - The Book of Blood: Chapter Two: The Perdi
    6.7/10(683 votes)

    #6 - The Book of Blood: Chapter Two: The Perdi

    S2:E6

    Black Lightning and Thunder return to South Freeland in an attempt to figure out what is going on. When they arrive, they are directed to a nearby wood where they are surrounded by a clan of mixed-race moonshiners called the Perdi. Meanwhile, Lynn, feeling tremendous guilt, falls into a deep depression. Lastly, Tobias finds that his plan is falling apart.

    Director:Oz Scott
    Writer:Pat Charles

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  7. Black Lightning Season 2 Episode 7 - The Book of Blood: Chapter Three: The Sange
    6.7/10(669 votes)

    #7 - The Book of Blood: Chapter Three: The Sange

    S2:E7

    When Black Lightning and Thunder are attacked by Looker and her clan, they fight to get her to release control over the Sange. Meanwhile, Jennifer and Khalil continue to grow closer.

    Director:Eric Laneuville
    Writer:Keli Goff

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  8. Black Lightning Season 2 Episode 8 - The Book of Rebellion: Chapter One: Exodus
    6.7/10(664 votes)

    #8 - The Book of Rebellion: Chapter One: Exodus

    S2:E8

    The Pierce family is reeling in the wake of Jennifer's disappearance. Jefferson, Lynn and Anissa all gather to discuss the most effective way to find her. After learning that Jennifer is with Khalil, Lynn goes to Detective Henderson to ask him to issue a warrant for Khalil's arrest. Meanwhile, Jennifer and Khalil are doing their best to stay off the grid but Tobias's new henchwoman Cutter is closing in on them.

    Director:Tawnia McKiernan
    Writer:Jake Waller

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  9. Black Lightning Season 2 Episode 9 - The Book of Rebellion: Chapter Two: Gift of the Magi
    6.5/10(667 votes)

    #9 - The Book of Rebellion: Chapter Two: Gift of the Magi

    S2:E9

    After Jennifer and Khalil escape, they take refuge in a barn and Jennifer desperately tries to save a now feverish Khalil, who has grown worse from Cutter's poisonous blade. Meanwhile, Jefferson, Lynn and Anissa try everything they can to track down Jennifer and Khalil.

    Director:Benny Boom
    Writer:Adam Giaudrone

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  10. Black Lightning Season 2 Episode 10 - The Book of Rebellion: Chapter Three: Angelitos Negros
    6.6/10(637 votes)

    #10 - The Book of Rebellion: Chapter Three: Angelitos Negros

    S2:E10

    Still on the run, Jennifer and Khalil succumb to their feelings for one another and begin planning their future together. Meanwhile, Jefferson approaches Henderson with a favor.

    Director:Salim Akil
    Writers:Jan Nash, Jamon Allen Brown

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  11. Black Lightning Season 2 Episode 11 - The Book of Secrets: Chapter One: Prodigal Son
    6.8/10(614 votes)

    #11 - The Book of Secrets: Chapter One: Prodigal Son

    S2:E11

    Jefferson suspects that Tobias is behind a recent malicious attack. He brings this news to Henderson but doesn’t get the answer he was looking for. Meanwhile, Lynn is confronted by her past.

    Director:Rob Hardy
    Writer:Pat Charles

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  12. Black Lightning Season 2 Episode 12 - The Book of Secrets: Chapter Two: Just and Unjust
    6.7/10(621 votes)

    #12 - The Book of Secrets: Chapter Two: Just and Unjust

    S2:E12

    When Anissa returns to work at the clinic, she meets a domestic violence victim who motivates her to take action. Meanwhile, Gambi makes a discovery.

    Director:Jeffrey W. Byrd
    Writer:Charles Holland

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  13. Black Lightning Season 2 Episode 13 - The Book of Secrets: Chapter Three: Pillar of Fire
    6.6/10(600 votes)

    #13 - The Book of Secrets: Chapter Three: Pillar of Fire

    S2:E13

    Lynn works on two of the pod kids in a segregated safe room. Meanwhile, Jennifer plots revenge and Jefferson receives some interesting news. Lastly, Anissa makes a shocking discovery.

    Director:Robert Townsend
    Writer:Lamont Magee

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  14. Black Lightning Season 2 Episode 14 - The Book of Secrets: Chapter Four: Original Sin
    6.7/10(575 votes)

    #14 - The Book of Secrets: Chapter Four: Original Sin

    S2:E14

    Looking for answers, a worried Anissa sets out to find Grace.

    Director:Oz Scott
    Writers:Pat Charles, Keli Goff

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  15. Black Lightning Season 2 Episode 15 - The Book of the Apocalypse: Chapter One: The Alpha
    6.7/10(573 votes)

    #15 - The Book of the Apocalypse: Chapter One: The Alpha

    S2:E15

    Lynn counsels former pod kid, Wendy, in how to live in a world that's new to her but the fate of the other pod kids remains in doubt. Meanwhile, Anissa figures out Grace's secret. Lastly, Jefferson tries to install a superhero code for his metahuman offspring, but Jennifer insists on taking revenge on Tobias for her boyfriend's death.

    Director:Salim Akil
    Writer:Jan Nash

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  16. Black Lightning Season 2 Episode 16 - The Book of the Apocalypse: Chapter Two: The Omega
    7.1/10(600 votes)

    #16 - 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.

    Director:Salim Akil
    Writer:Charles Holland

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Season 2 Ratings Summary

"The Book of Consequences: Chapter One: Rise of the Green Light Babies" is the best rated episode of "Black Lightning" season 2. It scored 6.9/10 based on 823 votes. Directed by Salim Akil and written by Salim Akil, it aired on 10/9/2018. This episode is rated 0.0 points higher than the second-best, "The Book of Consequences: Chapter Two: Black Jesus Blues".