6.9/10530 votes#1 - The Book of Occupation: Chapter One: Birth of Blackbird
Season 3 Episode 1 - Aired 10/7/2019
We find Jefferson Pierce like never before, in the hands of the ASA with his wife Lynn as Agent Odell tightens his grip on the Pierce family, leaving Jennifer abandoned and Freeland without Black Lightning and Thunder. But Anissa secretly defies Odell in her alter ego as Blackbird with the able tactical and technical support of Gambi.
Director: Salim Akil
Writer: Salim Akil
6.7/10480 votes#2 - The Book of Occupation: Chapter Two: Maryam's Tasbih
Season 3 Episode 2 - Aired 10/14/2019
With Freeland under full-blown occupation, the Pierce family gets pulled in different directions. Jefferson and Lynn find themselves at odds with each other. Meanwhile, Anissa rebels as Blackbird while Jennifer feels powerless despite having powers.
Director: Oz Scott
Writer: Charles Holland
7.0/10476 votes#3 - The Book of Occupation: Chapter Three: Agent Odell's Pipe-Dream
Season 3 Episode 3 - Aired 10/21/2019
When Lynn learns that Jefferson brokered a deal with Agent Odell without consulting her first, it begins to put a strain on their relationship. Meanwhile, Anissa and Grace have an emotional encounter.
Director: Benny Boom
Writer: Pat Charles
7.1/10459 votes#4 - The Book of Occupation: Chapter Four: Lynn's Ouroboros
Season 3 Episode 4 - Aired 10/28/2019
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.
Director: Mary Lou Belli
Writer: Adam Giaudrone
7.3/10457 votes#5 - The Book of Occupation: Chapter Five: Requiem for Tavon
Season 3 Episode 5 - Aired 11/11/2019
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.
Director: Robert Townsend
Writer: John Mitchell Todd, Brusta Brown
6.7/10443 votes#6 - The Book of Resistance: Chapter One: Knocking on Heaven's Door
Season 3 Episode 6 - Aired 11/18/2019
Jefferson, is torn between his loyalty to his family and his commitment to saving Freeland. Meanwhile, Anissa's commitment to Grace is deepening. Lastly, Jennifer makes an interesting discovery.
Director: Jeffrey W. Byrd
Writer: Lamont Magee
6.8/10438 votes#7 - The Book of Resistance: Chapter Two: Henderson's Opus
Season 3 Episode 7 - Aired 11/25/2019
Anissa and Jefferson have a heart-to-heart and she tells him she needs Black Lightning’s help in escorting meta refugees out of the perimeter. Meanwhile, Gambi implores Lynn to help get him access to the Pit. Lastly, Jennifer grows closer to Brandon.
Director: Oz Scott
Writer: Lynelle White
7.2/10444 votes#8 - The Book of Resistance: Chapter Three: The Battle of Franklin Terrace
Season 3 Episode 8 - Aired 12/2/2019
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.
Director: Neema Barnette
Writer: Jake Waller
7.2/10528 votes#9 - The Book of Resistance: Chapter Four: Earth Crisis
Season 3 Episode 9 - Aired 12/9/2019
With the coming of the red skies, Jennifer finds herself torn between worlds.
Director: Tasha Smith
Writer: Lamont Magee
7.0/10424 votes#10 - The Book of Markovia: Chapter One: Blessings and Curses Reborn
Season 3 Episode 10 - Aired 1/20/2020
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: N/A
Writer: N/A
7.0/10421 votes#11 - The Book of Markovia: Chapter Two: Lynn's Addiction
Season 3 Episode 11 - Aired 1/27/2020
Jefferson, Anissa and Jennifer discover that the ASA is now hunting the entire Pierce family. Meanwhile, Lynn does the unthinkable.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
7.2/10420 votes#12 - The Book of Markovia: Chapter Three: Motherless ID
Season 3 Episode 12 - Aired 2/3/2020
Jefferson and Anissa join forces with the ASA to help one of their own. Meanwhile, Lynn is forced to continue battling her demons.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
7.8/10453 votes#13 - The Book of Markovia: Chapter Four: Grab the Strap
Season 3 Episode 13 - Aired 2/10/2020
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.
Director: N/A
Writer: Asheleigh O. Conley
7.1/10408 votes#14 - The Book of War: Chapter One: Homecoming
Season 3 Episode 14 - Aired 2/24/2020
As the battle continues, old alliances are revisited and new alliances forged.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
7.3/10416 votes#15 - The Book of War: Chapter Two: Freedom Ain't Free
Season 3 Episode 15 - Aired 3/2/2020
After learning that Gravedigger and the Markovians are coming to attack Freeland, the Pierce family prepares for war.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
7.5/10430 votes#16 - The Book of War: Chapter Three: Liberation
Season 3 Episode 16 - Aired 3/9/2020
Black Lightning faces off against Gravedigger.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
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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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Network:The CW
Season 3 Ratings Summary
"The Book of Occupation: Chapter One: Birth of Blackbird" is the best rated episode of "Black Lightning" season 3. It scored 6.9/10 based on 530 votes. Directed by Salim Akil and written by Salim Akil, it aired on 10/7/2019. This episode is rated 0.2 points higher than the second-best, "The Book of Occupation: Chapter Two: Maryam's Tasbih".