Season 3 (Black Lightning)

Season 3
Information
Original network	The CW
Original run	October 7, 2019 – March 9, 2020
Time slot	Mondays at 9:00pm
Number of episodes	16
Chronology
Preceded by	Season 2
Followed by	Season 4

On January 31, 2019, Black Lightning​ was renewed for a third season. It premiered on October 7, 2019.

Cast

Main cast

• Cress Williams as Jefferson Pierce/Black Lightning and Jefferson Pierce/Black Lightning
• China Anne McClain as Jennifer Pierce/Lightning
• Nafessa Williams as Anissa Pierce/Thunder/Blackbird
• Christine Adams as Dr. Lynn Stewart
• Marvin "Krondon" Jones III as Tobias Whale
• Damon Gupton as Deputy Chief Bill Henderson
• Jordan Calloway as Khalil Payne/Painkiller
• James Remar as Peter Gambi

Recurring cast

• Bill Duke as Agent Odell
• Will Catlett as Latavious "Lala" Johnson
• Clifton Powell as Reverend Jeremiah Holt
• Zoe Renee as Maryam Luqman
• Adetinpo Thomas as Jamillah Olsen
• Wayne Brady as Tyson Sykes/Gravedigger

Episodes

#	Episode name	Directed by	Story by	Teleplay by	Original airdate
1	"The Book of Occupation: Chapter One: Birth of Blackbird"	Salim Akil			October 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.
2	"The Book of Occupation: Chapter Two"	Oz Scott	Charles D. Holland		October 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.
3	"The Book of Occupation: Chapter Three"	Benny Boom	Pat Charles		October 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.
4	"The Book of Occupation: Chapter Four"	Mary Lou Belli	Adam Giaudrone		October 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. Meanwhile, Anissa continues her work at the clinic. Lastly, Jennifer finds her confidence shaken.
5	"The Book of Occupation: Chapter Five"	Robert Townsend	Brusta Brown John Mitchell Todd		November 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.
6	"The Book of Resistance: Chapter One"				November 18, 2019
Jefferson is torn between his loyalty to his family and his commitment to saving Freeland; Anissa's commitment to Grace deepens; Jennifer makes an interesting discovery.
7	"The Book of Resistance: Chapter Two"				November 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.
8	"The Book of Resistance: Chapter Three: The Battle of Franklin Terrace"				December 2, 2019
Black Lightning goes up against the ASA. Meanwhile, Tobias continues to manipulate Lynn.
9	"The Book of Resistance: Chapter Four: Earth Crisis"				December 9, 2019
The Pierce family fears for Jennifer’s life.

Trivia

• Season 3 marks the last for series regular Damon Gupton who was let go due to budget cuts.

Gallery

Videos

Black Lightning Comic-Con®️ 2019 Sizzle The CW

Black Lightning Season 3 Extended Trailer The CW

Trivia

• The ninth episode will serves as a tie-in to Arrowverse five-part crossover event Crisis On Infinite Earths.