Black Lightning poster
Where to stream

Black Lightning

6.920184 seasonsTV-14TV SeriesAction & AdventureSci-Fi & FantasyDrama

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.

ProducersJohn Mitchell Todd·Carl Ogawa

Where to watch

NetflixNetflix
Availability shown for Egypt · rights vary by country

Seasons & Episodes

E1
The Book of Reconstruction: Chapter One
Feb 8, 2021 4.0
E2
The Book of Reconstruction: Chapter Two: Unacceptable Losses
Feb 15, 2021 4.0
E3
The Book of Reconstruction: Chapter Three
Feb 22, 2021 4.0
E4
The Book of Reconstruction: Chapter Four
Mar 1, 2021 3.8
E5
The Book of Ruin: Chapter One: Picking Up the Pieces
Mar 8, 2021 3.9
E6
The Book of Ruin: Chapter Two
Mar 15, 2021 3.9
E7
Painkiller
Apr 12, 2021 3.9
E8
The Book of Ruin: Chapter Three
Apr 19, 2021 4.0
E9
The Book of Ruin: Chapter Four: Lyding
Apr 26, 2021 3.5
E10
The Book of Reunification: Chapter One: Revelations
May 3, 2021 3.7
E11
The Book of Reunification: Chapter Two
May 10, 2021 3.7
E12
The Book of Resurrection: Chapter One: Crossroads
May 17, 2021 4.1
E13
The Book of Resurrection: Chapter Two: Closure
May 24, 2021 4.1

Cast

Cress Williams
Cress Williams
Jefferson Pierce / Black Lightning
Nafessa Williams
Nafessa Williams
Anissa Pierce / Thunder / Blackbird
Christine Adams
Christine Adams
Lynn Pierce
Marvin Jones III
Marvin Jones III
Tobias Whale
James Remar
James Remar
Peter Gambi
Chantal Thuy
Chantal Thuy
Grace Choi

More like this

Gotham Knights
Gotham Knights
2023 · 6.7
Helstrom
Helstrom
2020 · 6.7
Krypton
Krypton
2018 · 7.1
Heroes
Heroes
2006 · 7.5
Supacell
Supacell
2024 · 7.4
Watchmen
Watchmen
2019 · 7.6
Marvel's Cloak & Dagger
Marvel's Cloak & Dagger
2018 · 7.1
Naomi
Naomi
2022 · 5.9
Gen V
Gen V
2023 · 7.6
Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.
Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.
2013 · 7.5
Jupiter's Legacy
Jupiter's Legacy
2021 · 6.9
Powers
Powers
2015 · 6.6

Black Lightning — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Black Lightning?

Black Lightning is streaming on Netflix in Egypt.

Is Black Lightning on Netflix?

Yes — Black Lightning is available on Netflix in Egypt as of August 2026.

Is Black Lightning on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Black Lightning isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Egypt right now. It's on Netflix instead.

Where can I watch Black Lightning for free?

Black Lightning is available on Netflix in Egypt, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.

How many seasons are in Black Lightning?

Black Lightning has 4 seasons in total (58 episodes). The series concluded in 2021.

Are all episodes of Black Lightning out yet?

Yes — all 58 episodes across 4 seasons of Black Lightning are out and available to stream.

Is there a Season 5 of Black Lightning?

No — Black Lightning ended after 4 seasons, so there is no Season 5.

What comic is Black Lightning based on?

Black Lightning is based on Black Lightning.