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Black Lightning – Season 2, Episode 1 The Book of Consequences: Chapter One: Rise of the Green Light Babies

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The board considers a motion to shut down the school, forcing Jefferson to go to Napier Frank to sway the vote; Jennifer struggles with her powers; Anissa finds a new way to give back to Freeland.
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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 10/11/2018
Black Lightning's first season was marked with deft soundtrack choices that cut deeply into black music history, and it's clear they have no intention of slowing down. Go to Full Review Kyle Fowle AV Club 10/10/2018
A-
It's really refreshing to see a show that knows how to stage fight scenes. Go to Full Review Matt Webb Mitovich TV Line 12/14/2018
Jennifer's powers are manifesting in new and unusual ways. Go to Full Review Kayti Burt Den of Geek 10/11/2018
3.5/5
God, Black Lightning does so many things that other superhero shows don't bother to do and it is like gasping in fresh, narrative air everytime I watch an episode. Go to Full Review Jeffrey Lyles Lyles' Movie Files 10/11/2018
8.5/10
An eventful premiere that proves Black Lightning has lost none of its spark. Go to Full Review Princess Weekes The Mary Sue 10/10/2018
Needless to say Black Lightning is returning with a bang, not a whimper. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

Episode Info

Synopsis The board considers a motion to shut down the school, forcing Jefferson to go to Napier Frank to sway the vote; Jennifer struggles with her powers; Anissa finds a new way to give back to Freeland.
Director
Salim Akil
Executive Producer
Mara Brock Akil, Salim Akil, Greg Berlanti, Sarah Schechter
Screenwriter
Salim Akil
Network
The CW
Rating
TV-14 (V|L|D)
Genre
Drama, Action, Adventure
Original Language
English
Release Date
Oct 9, 2018
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