Black Lightning

tv

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.

Release dates

• Streaming release: 2026-08-26

Timeline

• 2026-08-26 — Streaming release: Black Lightning is leaving Netflix next week.

Cast & crew

Marvin Jones III · Cress Williams · Christine Adams · Nafessa Williams · James Remar · Chantal Thuy

Studios & networks

Netflix · Akil Productions · Berlanti Productions · Warner Bros. Television