Black Lightning (season 2)

Black Lightning (season 2)
Promotional poster
Starring
Country of origin United States
No. of episodes 1
Release
Original network The CW
Original release October 9, 2018 (2018-10-09) – present (present)
Season chronology

The second season of the American television series Black Lightning, based on the DC Comics character Jefferson Pierce / Black Lightning, premiered on The CW on October 9, 2018. The season continues to follow Jefferson, a high school principal who recently re-emerged from retirement as the superhero Black Lighting, as he fights against the rising crime and corruption propagated by the local gang called The 100 in his community of Freeland. The season is produced by Berlanti Productions, Akil Productions, Warner Bros. Television, and DC Entertainment, with Salim Akil serving as showrunner.

The season was ordered in April 2018 and production began that June. Cress Williams stars as Jefferson, along with principal cast members China Anne McClain, Nafessa Williams, Marvin "Krondon" Jones III, Christine Adams, Damon Gupton, and James Remar also returning from the previous season, while Jordan Calloway was promoted to the principal cast from his recurring status in season one.

Episodes

No.
overall		No. in
season		TitleDirected byWritten byOriginal air dateProd.
code		U.S. viewers
(millions)
141"The Book of Consequences: Chapter One: Rise of the Green Light Babies"Salim AkilSalim AkilOctober 9, 2018 (2018-10-09)T43.100511.16[1]
Garfield High is shut down pending the school board's investigation into Jefferson's whereabouts during the assault. Meanwhile, Lynn is questioned by the new head of ASA, who realizes that Lynn is lying about not knowing what happened to Proctor or his team. Syonide confronts Kara Fowdy regarding Tobias' briefcase. They fight and Syonide is killed. Kara makes a deal with Gambi to bring him the briefcase in exchange for her safe passage out of the life. Deputy Chief Henderson summons Black Lightning and informs him that he knows his identity. Jefferson removes his mask and Henderson leaves feeling betrayed. Families of the Green Light babies must sue the government in order to see their loved ones. Jefferson tries to convince Anissa to let the system work, but Anissa decides to help the families by stealing money from drug dealers and giving it to the families for their legal fees. Jennifer's powers begin acting out and Lynn suggests to Jefferson that they both see a therapist. As Kara searches for the briefcase, Tobias harpoons her for killing Syonide, but Kara escapes through a window. Instead of letting the school close down, Jefferson decides to resign as principal.
152"The Book of Consequences: Chapter Two: Black Jesus Blues"[2]Oz ScottCharles D. HollandOctober 16, 2018 (2018-10-16)TBATBD
163"The Book of Consequences: Chapter Three: Master Lowry"[3]Rose TrocheJan NashOctober 23, 2018 (2018-10-23)TBATBD
174"The Book of Consequences: Chapter Four: Translucent Freak"[4]Rose TrocheJan NashOctober 30, 2018 (2018-10-30)TBATBD

Cast and characters

Main

Recurring

Guest

Production

Development

On April 2, 2018, The CW gave the series and early renewal for its second season.[11] Salim Akil serves as the season's showrunner.[12]

Casting

Main cast members Cress Williams, China Anne McClain, Nafessa Williams, Christine Adams, Marvin "Krondon" Jones III, Damon Gupton, and James Remar return from the previous season as Jefferson Pierce / Black Lightning, Jennifer Pierce, Anissa Pierce / Thunder, Lynn Stewart, Tobias Whale, Billy Henderson, and Peter Gambi, respectively. On July 21, 2018, it was announced that Jordan Calloway was promoted to a series regular after previously recurring in the first season as Khalil Payne / Painkiller.[13]

Filming

Production for the season began on June 26, 2018 in Atlanta, Georgia.[14][15]

Release

Broadcast

In May 2018, it was announced that Black Lightning, which served as a mid-season entry in its first season, would debut in the fall for its second.[16] The season premiered on The CW in the United States on October 9, 2018.[17]

Marketing

The main cast of the season as well as executive producer Salim Akil attended San Diego Comic-Con on July 21, 2018 to promote the season and debut exclusive footage.[18]

Reception

Ratings

No. Title Air dateRating/share
(18–49)		Viewers
(millions)		DVR
(18–49)		DVR viewers
(millions)		Total
(18–49)		Total viewers
(millions)
1 "The Book of Consequences: Chapter One: Rise of the Green Light Babies" October 9, 20180.4/21.16[1]TBDTBDTBDTBD

References

  1. 1 2 Welch, Alex (October 10, 2018). "American Music Awards, 'This is Us,' everything else unchanged: Tuesday final ratings". TV by the Numbers. Retrieved October 10, 2018.
  2. ↑ "(#202) "The Book of Consequences: Chapter Two: Black Jesus Blues"". The Futon Critic. Retrieved October 13, 2018.
  3. ↑ "(#203) "The Book of Consequences: Chapter Three: Master Lowry"". The Futon Critic. Retrieved October 13, 2018.
  4. ↑ "(#204) "The Book of Consequences: Chapter Four: Translucent Freak"". The Futon Critic. Retrieved October 14, 2018.
  5. ↑ Gelman, Vlada (October 4, 2018). "Black Lightning Casts Living Single Vet as [Spoiler]'s Super-Powered Therapist". TVLine. Retrieved October 7, 2018.
  6. ↑ Petski, Denise (September 21, 2018). "'Black Lightning': Kearran Giovanni To Recur On Season 2 Of CW Series". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved October 7, 2018.
  7. ↑ Bucksbaum, Sydney (September 15, 2018). "'Black Lightning' Season 2: All the Details (So Far)". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved October 7, 2018.
  8. 1 2 3 Burlingame, Russ (September 21, 2018). "'Black Lightning' Season 2 Premiere Synopsis Revealed". Comicbook.com. Retrieved October 7, 2018.
  9. ↑ Mitovich, Matt Webb (September 5, 2018). "Black Lightning Season 2 Casts Supergirl Foil as DC Comics' Looker". TVLine. Retrieved October 7, 2018.
  10. ↑ Mitovich, Matt Webb (July 25, 2018). "Matt's Inside Line: Scoop on Lucifer, Wynonna Earp, Black Lightning, NCIS: New Orleans, Riverdale and More". TVLine. Retrieved October 7, 2018.
  11. ↑ Goldberg, Leslie (April 2, 2018). "'Riverdale,' 'Flash,' 'Supernatural' Among 10 CW Renewals". The Hollywood Reporter. Archived from the original on April 2, 2018. Retrieved April 2, 2018.
  12. ↑ Turchiano, Danielle (September 25, 2018). "'Black Lightning' Boss on Season 2 Police Brutality, Family Separation and 'Consequences'". Variety. Retrieved October 7, 2018.
  13. ↑ N'Duka, Amanda; Pedersen, Erik (July 21, 2018). "'Black Lightning': Jordan Calloway Upped To Series Regular As Painkiller – Watch The Comic-Con Sizzle Reel". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved October 7, 2018.
  14. ↑ Drum, Nicole (June 28, 2018). "'Black Lightning' Season 2 Has Begun Production". Comicbook.com. Retrieved October 7, 2018.
  15. ↑ WXIA Staff (September 10, 2018). "What's filming in Atlanta the second week of September!". WXIA. Retrieved October 8, 2018.
  16. ↑ Andreeva, Nellie; Petski, Denise (May 17, 2018). "The CW Fall 2018-19 Schedule: 'Supergirl' Moves To Sunday, Paired With 'Charmed'; 'Arrow' To 'Monday; 'Jane' To Midseason". Deadline Hollywood. Archived from the original on June 15, 2018. Retrieved July 7, 2018.
  17. ↑ Swift, Andy (June 20, 2018). "The CW Sets Fall Premiere Dates, Including New 'Super' Sunday". TVLine. Archived from the original on June 20, 2018. Retrieved June 20, 2018.
  18. ↑ Ramos, Dino-Ray (June 25, 2018). "Comic-Con: Warner Bros TV Goes Big With 'Riverdale' Hall H Debut, 'Arrow' Return, 'Black Lightning' + More". Deadline Hollywood. Archived from the original on June 25, 2018. Retrieved July 11, 2018.
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