Death By Lightning is an upcoming American historical drama miniseries based on the non-fiction book Destiny of the Republic by Candice Millard. Depicts the presidency of James A. Garfield, leading up to his assassination by Charles J. Guiteau. The series was announced in February 2024, with Michael Shannon cast to play Garfield. Nick Offerman and Betty Gilpin joined the cast, with Bradley Whitford and Shea Whigham being added. In October, additional castings were announced, including Barry Shabaka Henley, Vondie Curtis-Hall and Ċ½eljko Ivanek. Filming began in Hungary on July 1, 2024, and wrapped in October.