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Black Lightning was renewed for a fourth and final season by The CW on January 7, 2020.[1][2] On May 14, 2020, The CW announced that the season wouldn't premiere until January 2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic.[3] On October 29, 2020, it was announced that the season would premiere on February 8, 2021.[4] On November 20, 2020, it was announced that this would be the final season.[2]
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Synopsis
Jefferson Pierce is a man with many faces. He is a former Olympic athlete, respected educator and a father of two. He is also Black Lightning, superpowered protector of the fictional city of Freeland with the ability to sense and harness electricity. Jefferson is not the only one with powers and multiple faces. His oldest daughter, Anissa Pierce, is a medical student, health clinic volunteer and dedicated social activist. She is also the superhero known as Thunder who possesses the ability to drastically increase her density, giving her invulnerability and super strength for as long as she can hold her breath. Finally, Jefferson’s youngest daughter, Jennifer Pierce, is a fiery teen who inherited her father’s athletic gifts but not his desire to be an athlete. Jennifer also inherited superpowers. Her body generates pure electrical energy and she possesses the potential to be more powerful than Anissa or Jefferson and is known as Lightning. Lynn Stewart is Jefferson’s ex-wife but they are still very much in love in addition to sharing the load as co-parents. She’s also an expert in metahuman medicine. Together, the Pierce family faces the challenges of a declined urban community, including a war between a menacing gang that calls itself The 100, and a criminal cartel backed by the Pierce family’s nemesis, the infamous gangster, Tobias Whale. Fortunately, the family has allies in their fight, Jefferson’s surrogate father and a former covert superspy, Peter Gambi.[src] |
Cast
Main cast
- Cress Williams as 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
- Jordan Calloway as Khalil Payne/Painkiller
- Chantal Thuy as Grace Choi
- James Remar as Peter Gambi
Recurring cast
- Melissa De Sousa as Chief Ana Lopez
- Wallace Smith as Detective Hassan Shakur
- Reggie Hayes as Mayor Billy Black
- Bethann Hardison as Dr. Bowlan
- Will Catlett as Latavious "Lala" Johnson
- Rafael Castillo as Devonte Jones
- Christopher A'mmannuel as Baron/TC
- Elena Varela as Lauren Caruso
- Jahking Guillory as Brandon Marshall[5]
- TBA as Ishmael[5]
Confirmed plot points
- The seventh episode will serve as a backdoor pilot for a potential new series, Painkiller.[6]
- China Anne McClain will depart as a series regular at some point.[7]
- Bill Henderson's death will continue to affect Jefferson Pierce's time as Black Lightning.
Confirmed new characters
- Ishmael[5]
Episodes
# | Episode name | Directed by | Story by | Teleplay by | Original airdate |
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1 | "The Book of Reconstruction: Chapter One" | Salim Akil | February 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. | |||||
2 | "The Book of Reconstruction: Chapter Two" | Billie Woodruff | Charles D. Holland | February 15, 2021 | |
The war between the 100 and the Kobra Cartel rages on. Meanwhile, Lynn continues to be concerned about Jefferson. Lastly, Jennifer's curiosity is piqued by a new boy at school. | |||||
3 | "The Book of Reconstruction: Chapter Three" | Salim Akil | Brusta Brown & John Mitchell Todd | February 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. | |||||
4 | "The Book of Reconstruction: Chapter Four"[8] | Salim Akil[9] | Brusta Brown & John Mitchell Todd[9] | March 1, 2021[9] | |
Jefferson pays Tobias a visit and warns him to stay away from his family.[9] | |||||
5 | "The Book of Ruin: Chapter One"[8] | Billie Woodruff[10] | Adam Giaudrone[10] | March 8, 2021[10] | |
Gambi supports Black Lightning as he departs on a special mission. Meanwhile, Grace tries to persuade Anissa to let her guard down.[10] | |||||
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12 | TBA | TBA | TBA | TBA | |
13[11] | TBA | TBA | TBA | TBA |
Trivia
- This is the first season to premiere in February.[4]
Gallery
Promotional images
Videos
References
- ↑ "The CW Renews 13 Series Including ‘Batwoman’, ‘Nancy Drew’, ‘The Flash’, ‘Riverdale’ & ‘All American’" - Deadline
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 "'Black Lightning' to End After Season 4 on CW" - Variety
- ↑ CW Delays New Season Until 2021: Superman to Follow Flash, Walker Fills Winchester Void, Supergirl Delayed - TVLine
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 The CW Sets Delayed Premiere Dates for Flash, Superman & Lois, Riverdale, Charmed, Batwoman and More - TV Line
- ↑ 5.0 5.1 5.2 "Black Lightning showrunner talks final season, Painkiller spinoff, and teases Ishmael" - Syfy
- ↑ "Black Lightning Spinoff Painkiller Starring Jordan Calloway Eyed at CW" - TVLine
- ↑ Black Lightning Star: You'll See Less of [Spoiler in Final Season]
- ↑ 8.0 8.1 "Black Lightning - Season 4 - First 5 Episode Titles Revealed + Promotional Posters" - SpoilerTV
- ↑ 9.0 9.1 9.2 9.3 "Listings - BLACK LIGHTNING on The CW" - The Futon Critic
- ↑ 10.0 10.1 10.2 10.3 "Listings - BLACK LIGHTNING on The CW" - The Futon Critic
- ↑ "Various Episode Count Numbers for WB Shows 2020-2021" - Spoiler TV
Black Lightning season 4 | ||||
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"The Book of Reconstruction: Chapter One" • "The Book of Reconstruction: Chapter Two" • "The Book of Reconstruction: Chapter Three" | ||||
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