Is Black Lightning coming back?

Black Lightning ended on May 24, 2021, after its fourth season aired on The CW. The series concluded its run with a total of four seasons, with the final episode airing on that date. The show was a part of The CW's lineup for several years, providing a mix of drama, crime, and science-fiction elements.

Black Lightning was a television series that centered on Jefferson Pierce, a retired superhero who had previously fought crime as the vigilante Black Lightning. The series explored his struggles to balance his personal life with his desire to protect his community. The story was set in a world where superheroes and villains coexisted, and it focused on Jefferson's efforts to navigate this environment while dealing with issues involving his family and local gangs. The show premiered in January 2018 and depicted his return to the fight when his daughter became involved in dangerous activities.

The cast included Cress Williams as Jefferson Pierce / Black Lightning, Nafessa Williams as Anissa Pierce, and China Anne McClain as Jennifer Pierce. Other key actors were Christine Adams, James Remar, Marvin "Krondon" Jones III, Damon Gupton, and Jordan Calloway. The series had a rating of 5.8 on TVMaze and each episode ran approximately 60 minutes.