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  • The CW
  • Oct 7, 2019
  • The CW
  • Oct 7, 2019
Black Lightning

Summary Jefferson Pierce (Cress Williams) had retired from his secret identity of Black Lightning many years ago, but when danger threatens his twenty-something daughter, Jennifer (Nafessa Williams), and a student at her school is being lured by a gang, he returns to the fight.

  • The CW
  • Oct 7, 2019
  • The CW
  • Oct 7, 2019
Black Lightning
Season 3
Season Premiere: Oct 7, 2019
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Summary Jefferson Pierce (Cress Williams) had retired from his secret identity of Black Lightning many years ago, but when danger threatens his twenty-something daughter, Jennifer (Nafessa Williams), and a student at her school is being lured by a gang, he returns to the fight.

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Episode 1 • Oct 7, 2019 • 42 m
The Book of Occupation: Chapter One: Birth of the Blackbird
Jefferson Pierce is in the hands of the ASA with his wife, as Agent Odell tightens his grip on the Pierce family; Anissa secretly defies Odell in her alter ego as Blackbird with the tactical and technical support of Gambi.
Episode 2 • Oct 14, 2019 • 42 m
The Book of Occupation: Chapter Two: Maryam's Tasbih
With Freeland under occupation, the Pierce family gets pulled in different directions; Jefferson and Lynn are at odds with each other; Jennifer feels powerless despite having powers.
Episode 3 • Oct 21, 2019 • 42 m
The Book of Occupation: Chapter Three: Agent Odell's Pipe-Dream
When Lynn learns that Jefferson brokered a deal with Agent Odell without consulting her first, it begins to put a strain on their relationship; Anissa and Grace have an emotional encounter.
Episode 4 • Oct 28, 2019 • 42 m
The Book of Occupation: Chapter Four: Lynn's Ouroboros
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.
Episode 5 • Nov 11, 2019 • 42 m
The Book of Occupation: Chapter Five: Requiem for Tavon
Jefferson struggles with the effects on his family, leading to a decision that has tragic consequences; Anissa's identity is threatened; Odell takes an important step toward winning over Jennifer.
Episode 6 • Nov 18, 2019 • 42 m
The Book of Resistance: Chapter One: Knockin' on Heaven's Door
Jefferson is torn between his loyalty to this family and his commitment to saving Freeland; Anissa's commitment to Grace deepens; Jennifer makes an interesting discovery.
Episode 7 • Nov 25, 2019 • 41 m
The Book of Resistance: Chapter Two: Henderson's Opus
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; Gambi implores Lynn to help get him access to the pit; Jennifer grows closer to Brandon.
Episode 8 • Dec 2, 2019 • 42 m
The Book of Resistance: Chapter Three: The Battle of Franklin Terrace
Black Lightning goes up against the ASA; Tobias continues to manipulate Lynn.
Episode 9 • Dec 9, 2019 • 41 m
The Book of Resistance: Chapter Four: Earth Crisis
The Pierces fear for Jennifer's life.
Episode 10 • Jan 20, 2020 • 40 m
The Book of Markovia: Chapter One: Blessings and Curses Reborn
Jefferson has to navigate the post Crisis world. Lynn's determination to save meta kids gets her in trouble. Blackbird has a new challenge. Jennifer and Brandon bond.
Episode 11 • Jan 27, 2020 • 42 m
The Book of Markovia: Chapter Two: Lynn's Addiction
Jefferson, Anissa and Jennifer discover that the ASA is now hunting the entire Pierce family. Meanwhile, Lynn does the unthinkable.
Episode 12 • Feb 3, 2020 • 41 m
The Book of Markovia: Chapter Three: Motherless ID
Jefferson and Anissa join forces with the ASA to help one of their own; Lynn is forced to continue battling her demons.
Episode 13 • Feb 10, 2020 • 42 m
The Book of Markovia: Chapter Four: Grab the Strap
Black Lightning and his team descend upon Markovia on a mission to rescue Lynn, who finds herself in even more trouble when she meets a metahuman on the Markovian side.
Episode 14 • Feb 24, 2020
The Book of War: Chapter One: Homecoming
As the battle continues, old alliances are revisited and new alliances forged.
Episode 15 • Mar 2, 2020 • 41 m
The Book of War: Chapter Two: Freedom Ain't Free
After learning that Gravedigger and the Markovians are coming to attack Freeland, the Pierce family prepares for war.
Episode 16 • Mar 9, 2020 • 42 m
The Book of War: Chapter Three: Liberation
Black Lightning faces off against Gravedigger.

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