The Best Episodes of Black Lightning Season 4
Every episode of Black Lightning Season 4 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Black Lightning Season 4!
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 as a safe haven for young people in a New Orleans neighborhood overrun by gang violence, he is a hero to his community.
Season 4 Ratings Summary
The best episode of "Black Lightning" season 4 is "The Book of Reconstruction: Chapter One", rated 6.8/10 from 391 user votes. It was directed by Salim Akil and written by Salim Akil. "The Book of Reconstruction: Chapter One" aired on 2/8/2021 and is rated 0.4 point(s) higher than the second highest rated, "The Book of Reconstruction: Chapter Two: Unacceptable Losses".
6.8/10 391 votes#1 - The Book of Reconstruction: Chapter One
Season 4 Episode 1 - Aired 2/8/2021
Jefferson Pierce is still mourning the death of his long-time friend Detective Henderson. Meanwhile, Gambi is presented with an interesting opportunity. Lastly, Lynn and Jefferson are still not able to see eye to eye.
Director: Salim Akil
Writer: Salim Akil
6.4/10 341 votes#2 - The Book of Reconstruction: Chapter Two: Unacceptable Losses
Season 4 Episode 2 - Aired 2/15/2021
The war between the 100 and the Kobra Cartel rages on. Meanwhile, Lynn continues to be concerned about Jefferson and Jennifer's curiosity is piqued by a new boy at school.
Director: Bille Woodruff
Writer: Charles Holland
6.7/10 335 votes#3 - The Book of Reconstruction: Chapter Three
Season 4 Episode 3 - Aired 2/22/2021
Jefferson is feeling even more lost after a frustrating therapy session. Meanwhile, Anissa continues to care for a still comatose Grace. Lastly, Lynn has a breakthrough.
Director: Salim Akil
Writer: John Mitchell Todd, Brusta Brown
6.7/10 329 votes#4 - The Book of Reconstruction: Chapter Four
Season 4 Episode 4 - Aired 3/1/2021
Jefferson pays Tobias a visit and warns him to stay away from his family.
Director: Mary Lou Belli
Writer: Lamont Magee
6.7/10 334 votes#5 - The Book of Ruin: Chapter One: Picking Up the Pieces
Season 4 Episode 5 - Aired 3/8/2021
Gambi supports Black Lightning as he departs on a special mission. Meanwhile, Grace tries to persuade Anissa to let her guard down.
Director: Bille Woodruff
Writer: Adam Giaudrone
6.5/10 334 votes#6 - The Book of Ruin: Chapter Two
Season 4 Episode 6 - Aired 3/15/2021
Jefferson crosses a line with Lynn. Anissa shares some important news. Tobias makes a surprising move.
Director: Mary Lou Belli
Writer: Jake Waller
7.2/10 377 votes#7 - Painkiller
Season 4 Episode 7 - Aired 4/12/2021
After attempting to bury the darker, devastatingly lethal Painkiller part of his persona, Khalil Payne has distanced himself away from everyone he knows and loves in a new city, Akashic Valley, in order to find peace... but peace never comes easy for men with pasts like Painkiller.
Director: Salim Akil
Writer: Salim Akil
6.6/10 297 votes#8 - The Book of Ruin: Chapter Three
Season 4 Episode 8 - Aired 4/19/2021
The FBI pays Jefferson a visit. Meanwhile, Anissa surprises Grace.
Director: Bille Woodruff
Writer: André Edmonds
6.6/10 299 votes#9 - The Book of Ruin: Chapter Four: Lyding
Season 4 Episode 9 - Aired 4/26/2021
Gambi warns the Pierce family of a possible crisis looming.
Director: Keesha Sharp
Writer: Jamon Allen Brown
6.6/10 290 votes#10 - The Book of Reunification: Chapter One: Revelations
Season 4 Episode 10 - Aired 5/3/2021
Black Lightning sends Gambi an SOS. Meanwhile, Lynn finds herself in some serious trouble.
Director: Benny Boom
Writer: Jamila Daniel
6.8/10 292 votes#11 - The Book of Reunification: Chapter Two
Season 4 Episode 11 - Aired 5/10/2021
Jefferson takes Khalil up on his offer to help. Meanwhile, Lynn finds herself wrestling with what could be the biggest decision of her life. Lastly, Tobias follows through on a hunch.
Director: Bille Woodruff
Writer: Asheleigh O. Conley
7.2/10 292 votes#12 - The Book of Resurrection: Chapter One: Crossroads
Season 4 Episode 12 - Aired 5/17/2021
Jefferson realizes that sometimes, an admission of weakness can be a show of strength. Meanwhile, Tobias is focusing on an end game.
Director: Benny Boom
Writer: John Mitchell Todd, Brusta Brown
7.2/10 341 votes#13 - The Book of Resurrection: Chapter Two: Closure
Season 4 Episode 13 - Aired 5/24/2021
After four seasons, the game-changing, relevant and electrifying series comes to an end.
Director: Salim Akil
Writer: Charles Holland