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The Best Episodes of Black Lightning Season 3

Every episode of Black Lightning Season 3 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Black Lightning Season 3!

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Black Lightning Season 3 Episode 13 - The Book of Markovia: Chapter Four: Grab the Strap
    7.7/10(510 votes)

    S3:E13

    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:Unknown
    Writer:Asheleigh O. Conley

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  2. Black Lightning Season 3 Episode 16 - The Book of War: Chapter Three: Liberation
    7.4/10(482 votes)

    S3:E16

    Black Lightning faces off against Gravedigger.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Black Lightning Season 3 Episode 5 - The Book of Occupation: Chapter Five: Requiem for Tavon
    7.2/10(512 votes)

    S3:E5

    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
    Writers:Brusta Brown, John Mitchell Todd

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  4. Black Lightning Season 3 Episode 8 - The Book of Resistance: Chapter Three: The Battle of Franklin Terrace
    7.2/10(498 votes)

    S3:E8

    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

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  5. Black Lightning Season 3 Episode 15 - The Book of War: Chapter Two: Freedom Ain't Free
    7.2/10(468 votes)

    S3:E15

    After learning that Gravedigger and the Markovians are coming to attack Freeland, the Pierce family prepares for war.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. Black Lightning Season 3 Episode 9 - The Book of Resistance: Chapter Four: Earth Crisis
    7.1/10(584 votes)

    S3:E9

    With the coming of the red skies, Jennifer finds herself torn between worlds.

    Director:Tasha Smith
    Writer:Lamont Magee

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  7. Black Lightning Season 3 Episode 12 - The Book of Markovia: Chapter Three: Motherless ID
    7.1/10(474 votes)

    S3:E12

    Jefferson and Anissa join forces with the ASA to help one of their own. Meanwhile, Lynn is forced to continue battling her demons.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. Black Lightning Season 3 Episode 3 - The Book of Occupation: Chapter Three: Agent Odell's Pipe-Dream
    7.0/10(533 votes)

    S3:E3

    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

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  9. Black Lightning Season 3 Episode 4 - The Book of Occupation: Chapter Four: Lynn's Ouroboros
    7.0/10(514 votes)

    S3:E4

    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

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  10. Black Lightning Season 3 Episode 10 - The Book of Markovia: Chapter One: Blessings and Curses Reborn
    7.0/10(480 votes)

    S3:E10

    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:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. Black Lightning Season 3 Episode 11 - The Book of Markovia: Chapter Two: Lynn's Addiction
    7.0/10(474 votes)

    S3:E11

    Jefferson, Anissa and Jennifer discover that the ASA is now hunting the entire Pierce family. Meanwhile, Lynn does the unthinkable.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. Black Lightning Season 3 Episode 14 - The Book of War: Chapter One: Homecoming
    6.9/10(462 votes)

    S3:E14

    As the battle continues, old alliances are revisited and new alliances forged.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  13. Black Lightning Season 3 Episode 1 - The Book of Occupation: Chapter One: Birth of Blackbird
    6.8/10(594 votes)

    S3:E1

    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

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  14. Black Lightning Season 3 Episode 7 - The Book of Resistance: Chapter Two: Henderson's Opus
    6.8/10(494 votes)

    S3:E7

    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

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  15. Black Lightning Season 3 Episode 2 - The Book of Occupation: Chapter Two: Maryam's Tasbih
    6.7/10(539 votes)

    S3:E2

    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

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  16. Black Lightning Season 3 Episode 6 - The Book of Resistance: Chapter One: Knocking on Heaven's Door
    6.6/10(497 votes)

    S3:E6

    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

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Season 3 Ratings Summary

"The Book of Markovia: Chapter Four: Grab the Strap" is the best rated episode of "Black Lightning" season 3. It scored 7.7/10 based on 510 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Asheleigh O. Conley, it aired on 2/10/2020. This episode is rated 0.3 points higher than the second-best, "The Book of War: Chapter Three: Liberation".