Series201845 min4 seasonsTV-14
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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.
Created by: Salim AkilAction & Adventure, Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Drama
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Overview
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.
Cast
Cress Williams
Jefferson Pierce / Black Lightning
Nafessa Williams
Anissa Pierce / Thunder / Blackbird
China Anne McClain
Jennifer Pierce / Lightning
Christine Adams
Lynn Pierce
Marvin Jones III
Tobias Whale
James Remar
Peter Gambi
Jordan Calloway
Khalil Payne / Painkiller
Damon Gupton
Bill Henderson (voice)
Chantal Thuy
Grace Choi
William Catlett
Latavious 'Lala' Johnson
Bill Duke
Agent Percy Odell
Christopher Ammanuel
Baron
Clifton Powell
Reverend Jeremiah Holt
Jennifer Riker
Dr. Helga Jace
Jahking Guillory
Brandon
Katy O'Brian
Major Sara Grey
Skye P. Marshall
Kara Fowdy
Renell Gibbs
Young Dad
Rafael Castillo
Devonte Jones
Wallace Smith
Detective Hassan Shakur
Charlbi Dean
Syonide
Yolanda T. Ross
Nichelle Payne
Vernika Rowe
Auntie Gina
Sh'Kia Augustin
Shonda (voice)