Death by Lightning

Death by Lightning season 1 on Netflix
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Status:
Ended
Season 1:
Ended on November 06, 2025
Watched: 0%
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Season: 1
# Air Date Episode Name Watched?
E1 Nov 06, 2025 The Man from Ohio
E2 Nov 06, 2025 Party Faithful
E3 Nov 06, 2025 Casus Belli
E4 Nov 06, 2025 Destiny of the Republic
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Production Note - Limited Series
Production Type:
Limited Series

Death by Lightning is a standalone Limited Series that concluded its 8-episode run in December 2025. This prestige drama, helmed by executive producers David Benioff and D.B. Weiss, dramatizes the meteoric rise of President James A. Garfield and his subsequent assassination by the delusional Charles Guiteau. Based on Candice Millard’s Destiny of the Republic, the production captures the Gilded Age with meticulous historical accuracy and cinematic scale. Featuring powerhouse performances by Michael Shannon and Matthew Macfadyen, the narrative offers a definitive exploration of political ambition and tragedy. As a self-contained historical epic, it serves as a complete narrative testament to a forgotten chapter of American history, earning multiple Emmy nominations for its lead performances and production design.

Based on the non-fiction bestseller Destiny of the Republic by Candice Millard.
Confidence: 95% Last Refined: March 2026
Why Watch:
"A deep dive into the psychological duel between a President and his assassin."
Series Analysis:
Death by Lightning redefined the historical miniseries by transforming a footnote of American history into a gripping psychological duel. By chronicling the tragic intersection of President James A. Garfield and his assassin, Charles Guiteau, the show captured the volatile spirit of the Gilded Age. Its cultural footprint remains significant for how it humanized political figures often relegated to dry textbooks. The performances sparked a renewed public interest in 19th-century governance, proving that intellectual drama could command high viewership. Long after its final episode, the series continues to serve as a benchmark for period-accurate storytelling. This production remains a highlight of prestige television. You should set a reminder for your digital alerts to catch any word of potential revivals or news regarding the creative team’s next venture.
Tone: Scholarly and appreciative historical retrospective. Last Updated: March 2026
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Network:
Netflix
Seasons:
1
Years:
2025 - 2025
Genre:
Mini-Series, Drama, History
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