Black Lightning: Season 4
Season 4 Lore Primer
Key plot threads, lore context, and character stakes you need to remember before diving into this season.
- Directly follows the overarching narrative developments of Black Lightning Season 3.
- Faction dynamics and core character alliances shift under escalating external stakes.
- Crucial mysteries introduced previously reach key turning points and narrative reckonings.
- Sets up serialized story arcs that build directly toward the climactic season finale.
Episode Guide
Season 4 Progress Shield
The Book of Reconstruction: Chapter One
Feb 8, 2021
Jefferson Pierce is still mourning the death of his long-time friend Detective Henderson. Meanwhile, Gambi is presented with an interesting opportunity. Lastly, Lynn and Jefferson
The Book of Reconstruction: Chapter Two: Unacceptable Losses
Feb 15, 2021
The war between the 100 and the Kobra Cartel rages on. Meanwhile, Lynn continues to be concerned about Jefferson and Jennifer's curiosity is piqued by a new boy at school.
The Book of Reconstruction: Chapter Three
Feb 22, 2021
Jefferson is feeling even more lost after a frustrating therapy session. Meanwhile, Anissa continues to care for a still comatose Grace. Lastly, Lynn has a breakthrough.
The Book of Reconstruction: Chapter Four
Mar 1, 2021
Jefferson pays Tobias a visit and warns him to stay away from his family.
The Book of Ruin: Chapter One: Picking Up the Pieces
Mar 8, 2021
Gambi supports Black Lightning as he departs on a special mission. Meanwhile, Grace tries to persuade Anissa to let her guard down.
The Book of Ruin: Chapter Two
Mar 15, 2021
Jefferson crosses a line with Lynn. Anissa shares some important news. Tobias makes a surprising move.
Painkiller
Apr 12, 2021
After attempting to bury the darker, devastatingly lethal Painkiller part of his persona, Khalil Payne has distanced himself away from everyone he knows and loves in a new city, Ak
The Book of Ruin: Chapter Three
Apr 19, 2021
The FBI pays Jefferson a visit. Meanwhile, Anissa surprises Grace.
The Book of Ruin: Chapter Four: Lyding
Apr 26, 2021
Gambi warns the Pierce family of a possible crisis looming.
The Book of Reunification: Chapter One: Revelations
May 3, 2021
Black Lightning sends Gambi an SOS. Meanwhile, Lynn finds herself in some serious trouble.
The Book of Reunification: Chapter Two
May 10, 2021
Jefferson takes Khalil up on his offer to help. Meanwhile, Lynn finds herself wrestling with what could be the biggest decision of her life. Lastly, Tobias follows through on a hun
The Book of Resurrection: Chapter One: Crossroads
May 17, 2021
Jefferson realizes that sometimes, an admission of weakness can be a show of strength. Meanwhile, Tobias is focusing on an end game.
The Book of Resurrection: Chapter Two: Closure
May 24, 2021
After four seasons, the game-changing, relevant and electrifying series comes to an end.