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A retired superhero becomes a vigilante for justice.

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Black Lightning: Painkiller  Season 4, Episode 7

Grace is abducted while she and Anissa go to Akashic Valley for their honeymoon, and Khalil goes looking for Grace. (backdoor pilot for potential spinoff) [more inside]
posted by oh yeah! on Apr 13, 2021 at 4:17 PM - 4 comments

Black Lightning: The Book of War: Chapter Three: Liberation  Season 3, Episode 16

Black Lightning faces off against Gravedigger. (Season Finale) [more inside]
posted by oh yeah! on Mar 9, 2020 at 8:41 PM - 5 comments

Black Lightning: The Book of War: Chapter Two  Season 3, Episode 15

After learning that Gravedigger and the Markovians are coming to attack Freeland, the Pierce family prepares for war. [more inside]
posted by oh yeah! on Mar 3, 2020 at 4:15 AM - 3 comments

Black Lightning: The Book of War: Chapter One: Homecoming  Season 3, Episode 14

As the battle continues, old alliances are revisited and new alliances are forged. [more inside]
posted by oh yeah! on Feb 24, 2020 at 9:29 PM - 0 comments

Black Lightning: The Book of Markovia: Chapter Four  Season 3, Episode 13

Black Lightning and his team descend upon Markovia on a rescue mission to rescue Lynn, who finds herself in even more trouble when she meets Gravedigger, meta human on the Markovian side. [more inside]
posted by oh yeah! on Feb 11, 2020 at 4:28 AM - 5 comments

Black Lightning: The Book of Markovia: Chapter Three  Season 3, Episode 12

Jefferson and Anissa join forces with the ASA to help one of their own. Meanwhile, Lynn is forced to continue battling her demons. [more inside]
posted by oh yeah! on Feb 4, 2020 at 4:15 AM - 1 comment

Black Lightning: The Book of Markovia: Chapter Two  Season 3, Episode 11

Jefferson, Anissa, and Jennifer discover that the ASA is now hunting the entire Pierce family. Meanwhile, Lynn does the unthinkable. [more inside]
posted by oh yeah! on Jan 27, 2020 at 9:14 PM - 3 comments

Black Lightning: The Book of Markovia: Chapter One: Blessings and Curses Reborn  Season 3, Episode 10

After returning from Crisis, Jeff discovers that Lynn is using. However, he is too busy dealing with the ASA's escalation against the Resistance to deal with his wife's issues. Meanwhile, Baron's terrakinetic powers go out of control, and Blackbird goes to help the Resistance. [more inside]
posted by oh yeah! on Jan 21, 2020 at 4:15 AM - 3 comments

Black Lightning: The Book of Resistance: Chapter Four: Earth Crisis  Season 3, Episode 9

The Pierce family is scared for Jennifer's life. [more inside]
posted by oh yeah! on Dec 9, 2019 at 8:34 PM - 8 comments

Black Lightning: The Book of Resistance: Chapter Three: The Battle of Franklin Terrace  Season 3, Episode 8

Black Lightning goes up against the ASA. Meanwhile, Tobias continues to manipulate Lynn. [more inside]
posted by oh yeah! on Dec 3, 2019 at 4:37 AM - 1 comment

Black Lightning: The Book of Resistance: Chapter Two: Henderson's Opus  Season 3, Episode 7

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. [more inside]
posted by oh yeah! on Nov 25, 2019 at 8:55 PM - 1 comment

Black Lightning: The Book of Resistance: Chapter One  Season 3, Episode 6

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. [more inside]
posted by oh yeah! on Nov 19, 2019 at 4:43 AM - 1 comment

Black Lightning: The Book of Occupation: Chapter Five: Requiem for Tavon  Season 3, Episode 5

Jefferson struggles with the effects of the occupation, leading to a decision with tragic consequences. Meanwhile, Anissa's identity is threatened, and Agent Odell continues his attempts at winning over Jennifer. [more inside]
posted by oh yeah! on Nov 11, 2019 at 8:09 PM - 2 comments

Black Lightning: The Book of Occupation: Chapter Four: Lynn's Ouroboros  Season 3, Episode 4

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 for the continuing crisis. [more inside]
posted by oh yeah! on Oct 29, 2019 at 4:40 AM - 2 comments

Black Lightning: The Book of Occupation: Chapter Three: Agent Odell's Pipe Dream  Season 3, Episode 3

Jefferson gets a new watch; Jennifer gives a school tour; Anissa encounters Grace. [more inside]
posted by oh yeah! on Oct 22, 2019 at 6:12 PM - 3 comments

Black Lightning: The Book of Occupation: Chapter Two: Maryam’s Tasbih  Season 3, Episode 2

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. [more inside]
posted by oh yeah! on Oct 15, 2019 at 4:37 AM - 1 comment

Black Lightning: The Book of Occupation: Chapter One: Birth of Blackbird  Season 3, Episode 1

Jefferson and Lynn are in the hands of the ASA 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. [more inside]
posted by oh yeah! on Oct 7, 2019 at 7:48 PM - 6 comments

Black Lightning: The Book of the Apocalypse: Chapter Two: The Omega  Season 2, Episode 16

As Freeland riots over the police's murder of the hapless Cape Guy, various subplots come to their conclusion (Season 2 Finale) [more inside]
posted by oh yeah! on Mar 18, 2019 at 8:33 PM - 7 comments

Black Lightning: The Book of the Apocalypse: Chapter One: The Alpha  Season 2, Episode 15

Lynn counsels former pd kid, Wendy, in how to live in a world that's new to her, but the fate of the other pod kids remains in doubt. Meanwhile, Anissa figures out Grace's secret, and Jefferson tries to install a superhero code for his meta human offspring. [more inside]
posted by oh yeah! on Mar 12, 2019 at 6:12 PM - 2 comments

Black Lightning: The Book of Secrets: Chapter Four: Original Sin  Season 2, Episode 14

Looking for answers, a worried Anissa sets out to find Grace. [more inside]
posted by oh yeah! on Mar 5, 2019 at 6:22 PM - 3 comments

Black Lightning: The Book of Secrets: Chapter Three: Pillar of Fire  Season 2, Episode 13

Odell's decision to move the pod kids to another facility because of the Markovian threat has unexpected consequences. Meanwhile, Jennifer plots revenge, Jefferson receives some interesting news, and Anissa makes a shocking discovery. [more inside]
posted by oh yeah! on Feb 12, 2019 at 4:48 AM - 8 comments

Black Lightning: The Book of Secrets: Chapter Two: Just and Unjust  Season 2, Episode 12

While Jennifer mourns, Anissa's relationship with Grace takes a sudden turn. Meanwhile, Markovians make moves in Freeland. [more inside]
posted by filthy light thief on Feb 5, 2019 at 12:30 PM - 4 comments

Black Lightning: The Book of Secrets: Chapter One: Prodigal Son  Season 2, Episode 11

Jefferson suspects that Tobias is behind a recent malicious attack, and brings Henderson to the tailor's. Tobias reaches out to Dr. Jace. [more inside]
posted by oh yeah! on Jan 28, 2019 at 8:37 PM - 5 comments

Black Lightning: The Book of Rebellion: Chapter Three: Angelitos Negros  Season 2, Episode 10

Still on the run, Jennifer and Khalil succumb to their feelings for one another and begin planning their future together. Meanwhile, Jefferson approaches Henderson with a favor. [more inside]
posted by oh yeah! on Jan 22, 2019 at 4:12 AM - 5 comments

Black Lightning: The Book of Rebellion: Chapter Two: Gift of Magi  Season 2, Episode 9

After Jennifer and Khalil escape, they take refuge in a barn and Jennifer desperately tries to save a now feverish Khalili, who has grown worse from Cutter's poisonous blade. Meanwhile, Jefferson, Lynn, Anissa, and Gambi try everything they can to track the duo down. And elsewhere, Tobias cultivates a new prospect. [more inside]
posted by oh yeah! on Dec 11, 2018 at 7:16 PM - 2 comments

Black Lightning: The Book of Rebellion: Chapter One: Exodus  Season 2, Episode 8

The Pierce family is reeling in the wake of Jennifer's disappearance. Meanwhile, Jennifer and Khalil are doing their best to stay off the grid, but Tobias' new henchwoman Cutter is closing in on them. [more inside]
posted by oh yeah! on Dec 4, 2018 at 8:20 PM - 2 comments

Black Lightning: The Book of Blood: Chapter Three: The Sange  Season 2, Episode 7

When Black Lightning and Thunder are attacked by Looker and her clan, they fight to get her to release control over the Sange. Meanwhile, Jennifer and Khalil grow closer. [more inside]
posted by oh yeah! on Nov 27, 2018 at 8:33 PM - 5 comments

Black Lightning: The Book of Blood: Chapter Two: The Perdi  Season 2, Episode 6

Anissa tracks down her missing clinic patient Anaya. Lynn deals with the fallout of the lab incident. Khalil must make a hard choice. [more inside]
posted by numaner on Nov 21, 2018 at 3:55 PM - 8 comments

Black Lightning: The Book of Blood: Chapter One: Requiem  Season 2, Episode 5

It's spoilers all the way down. [more inside]
posted by oh yeah! on Nov 13, 2018 at 8:40 PM - 11 comments

Black Lightning: The Book of Consequences: Chapter Four: Translucent Freak  Season 2, Episode 4

Jefferson confronts Anissa about her reckless and irresponsible behavior leading to a fierce disagreement. [more inside]
posted by oh yeah! on Oct 30, 2018 at 8:44 PM - 3 comments

Black Lightning: The Book of Consequences: Chapter Three: Master Lowry  Season 2, Episode 3

Jefferson is forced to watch as all his good work is undone when his replacement arrives and begins implementing sweeping changes. Meanwhile, Anissa continues to play Robin Hood by stealing from one of the most powerful crime syndicates in Freeland. [more inside]
posted by oh yeah! on Oct 23, 2018 at 7:51 PM - 3 comments

Black Lightning: The Book of Consequences: Chapter Two: Black Jesus Blues  Season 2, Episode 2

Jefferson must break the news to his students and faculty that he is stepping down as principal. Struggling with his new life as Painkiller, Kahlil pays a visit to Jennifer in hopes of mending things. Meanwhile, Tobias continues to enact his plan. [more inside]
posted by oh yeah! on Oct 16, 2018 at 8:06 PM - 6 comments

Black Lightning: The Book of Consequences: Chapter One: Rise of the Green Light Babies  Season 2, Episode 1

Concerned for the safety of Garfield's students, the board considers a motion to shut down the school. Jennifer struggles with her powers, Anissa finds a new way to give back to Freehand, and Lynn clashes with Agent Odell over access to the pods. [more inside]
posted by oh yeah! on Oct 9, 2018 at 7:48 PM - 4 comments

Black Lightning: Shadow of Death: The Book of War  Season 1, Episode 13

The aftermath of the showdown with Black Lightning leaves everyone reeling. Meanwhile, Tobias gathers his forces. (Season Finale) [more inside]
posted by oh yeah! on Apr 17, 2018 at 7:23 PM - 6 comments

Black Lightning: The Resurrection and the Light: The Book of Pain  Season 1, Episode 12

Tobias returns to Freehand, tasked to capture Black Lightning alive. Khalil returns to Freeland with a whole new look. [more inside]
posted by oh yeah! on Apr 10, 2018 at 8:01 PM - 5 comments

Black Lightning: Black Jesus: The Book of Crucifixion  Season 1, Episode 11

As suspicions grow that Jefferson Pierce is Black Lightning, the ASA arranges to have him arrested. [more inside]
posted by oh yeah! on Apr 3, 2018 at 7:42 PM - 7 comments

Black Lightning: Sins of the Father: The Book of Redemption  Season 1, Episode 10

Black Lightning and Thunder attempt to rescue several long-missing children; Gambi struggles to stay strong while in a compromising position. [more inside]
posted by oh yeah! on Mar 27, 2018 at 7:37 PM - 2 comments

Black Lightning: The Book of Little Black Lies  Season 1, Episode 9

In the aftermath of the latest killing, Black Lightning works to clear his name. Meanwhile, Jennifer tries to come to terms with superpowers and family secrets. (Also, it's costume reveal week for Thunder, and Gambi makes an unsettling discovery.) [more inside]
posted by oh yeah! on Mar 20, 2018 at 7:57 PM - 7 comments

Black Lightning: The Book of Revelations  Season 1, Episode 8

Black Lightning works with Anissa to help find information to clear his name. Jennifer begins interning for Lynn, and discovers something unexpected. Meanwhile, Gambi finds himself in a precarious situation. [more inside]
posted by oh yeah! on Mar 13, 2018 at 9:04 PM - 9 comments

Black Lightning: Equinox: The Book of Fate  Season 1, Episode 7

Black Lightning's pursuit of Tobias continues. Anissa continues to find herself in the new normal. [more inside]
posted by oh yeah! on Mar 6, 2018 at 9:08 PM - 6 comments

Black Lightning: Three Sevens: The Book of Thunder  Season 1, Episode 6

Jefferson is on the hunt for his father's killer, while Anissa uses her new powers to rectify a wrong after a protest fails. Jennifer grapples with some difficult choices. Gambi begs for help from Lynn. [more inside]
posted by oh yeah! on Feb 27, 2018 at 8:08 PM - 12 comments

Black Lightning: And Then the Devil Brought the Plague: The Book of Green Light  Season 1, Episode 5

Jefferson's search for the Green Light source leads him closer to Tobias; Anissa's research on superpowers leads her to questions about her grandfather's death (and a supersuit montage); Jennifer gets provoked into a fight at the roller rink; Tobias confronts an old ghost. [more inside]
posted by oh yeah! on Feb 13, 2018 at 7:38 PM - 15 comments

Black Lightning: Black Jesus  Season 1, Episode 4

Black Lightning is recruited to rally against The 100 gang. Anissa investigates the new drug hitting the streets. Meanwhile, familiar faces begin to reappear. [more inside]
posted by oh yeah! on Feb 6, 2018 at 8:55 PM - 11 comments

Black Lightning: Lawanda: The Book of Burial  Season 1, Episode 3

As Jefferson tries to determine if the community can survive without the help of Black Lightning, Anissa starts to come into her own. Meanwhile, Jefferson and Lynn try to figure out their new dynamic, and Jennifer reveals to her parents that she has been grappling with something big. [more inside]
posted by oh yeah! on Jan 30, 2018 at 7:42 PM - 18 comments

Black Lightning: Lawanda: The Book of Hope  Season 1, Episode 2

As the community struggles with the violence surrounding them, a glimmer of hope appears: Is Black Lightning back? While Jefferson Pierce struggles with his decision, Gambi urges him to take up the mantle once more, while Lynn urges the opposite. Anissa and Jennifer try to deal with the aftermath of their jolting experience. [more inside]
posted by oh yeah! on Jan 23, 2018 at 7:44 PM - 19 comments

Black Lightning: The Resurrection  Season 1, Episode 1

A retired superhero is drawn back into his old lifestyle. [more inside]
posted by oh yeah! on Jan 16, 2018 at 7:14 PM - 14 comments