Black Lightning
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.
Where to stream Black Lightning
Not on a subscription service in the United States yet. Rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home.
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Frequently asked questions about Black Lightning
Where can I watch Black Lightning in the United States?
Black Lightning is not on a subscription streaming service in the United States at the moment, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home. Availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
What are the ratings for Black Lightning?
Black Lightning scores 6.9 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in Black Lightning?
Black Lightning stars Cress Williams, Nafessa Williams, Christine Adams, Marvin Jones III, and James Remar. Salim Akil is the creator.
How many seasons of Black Lightning are there?
Black Lightning has 4 seasons and 58 episodes, and is ended.
How long does it take to watch all of Black Lightning?
All 58 episodes of Black Lightning add up to about 43 hours 30 minutes at roughly 45 minutes each. At two hours a night that is about 22 evenings; at four hours a day it takes about 11 days.
What network is Black Lightning on?
Black Lightning airs on The CW, and is produced by Warner Bros. Television, Akil Productions, and Berlanti Productions.
Ratings and metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked October 2026.