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Black Lightning – Season 1, Episode 5 And Then the Devil Brought the Plague: The Book of Green Light

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An unexpected phone call prompts Jefferson to investigate the murder of his father; Anissa wrestles with the fact that her actions have dire consequences; Jennifer learns the importance of controlling her temper.
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Black Lightning — Season 1, Episode 5

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Cress Williams

Jefferson Pierce

China Anne McClain

Jennifer Pierce

Nafessa Williams

Anissa Pierce

Christine Adams

Lynn Stewart

James Remar

Peter Gambi

Marvin "Krondon" Jones III

Tobias Whale
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Carmen Phillips Autostraddle 04/23/2018
Rooting the superhero mythology of this show within black medical and environmental trauma is such a smart take. Go to Full Review Christian Holub Entertainment Weekly 03/12/2018
B+
It only takes this episode a few minutes to start dropping tantalizing hints about the characters' backstories...In an interesting parallel, both Tobias Whale and Anissa Pierce spend this episode investigating their own family histories. Go to Full Review Ade Adeniji The Tracking Board 08/27/2018
B
Black Lightning digs into the past and brings to light several backstories of several different characters. While these storylines are interesting in isolation, it just starts to feel like too much all at once. Go to Full Review Stephanie Holland Geeks of Color 08/14/2018
Though not as action-packed or emotional as the previous outings, this episode sets the table for the Black Lightning vs Tobias grudge match that's obviously coming. Go to Full Review Cynthia Jones Tell-Tale TV 06/19/2018
4.5/5
The show has done a great job so far in keeping the show light in the midst of the heavy subjects it touches on. Go to Full Review Tirhakah Love Syfy Wire 05/25/2018
All the table-setting this week is sure to make for some explosive moments in the coming episodes. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

Episode Info

Synopsis An unexpected phone call prompts Jefferson to investigate the murder of his father; Anissa wrestles with the fact that her actions have dire consequences; Jennifer learns the importance of controlling her temper.
Director
Rose Troche
Executive Producer
Mara Brock Akil, Salim Akil, Greg Berlanti, Sarah Schechter
Screenwriter
Adam Giaudrone
Network
The CW
Rating
TV-14 (L|V)
Genre
Drama, Action, Adventure
Original Language
English
Release Date
Feb 13, 2018
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