Death by Lightning
7.7/10
Netflix Ended Drama • History
Death by Lightning is a drama series that brings to life the epic and stranger-than-fiction true story of James Garfield, reluctant 20th president of the United States, and his greatest admirer Charles Guiteau — the man who would come to kill him.
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Netflix
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Seasons & Episodes
Season 1
4 episodes
E01
The Man from Ohio
Thu, Nov 6 2025 12:00 PM GMT+0000
52 min
At the 1880 Republican National Convention, the lives of Ohio Congressman James Garfield and newly released convict Charles Guiteau are forever altered.
E02
Party Faithful
Thu, Nov 6 2025 12:00 PM GMT+0000
47 min
In the runup to Election Day, Garfield welcomes the nation to his front porch, while Guiteau struggles to ingratiate himself with Party leadership.
E03
Casus Belli
Thu, Nov 6 2025 12:00 PM GMT+0000
47 min
Treachery from within the White House complicates Garfield's attempts to appoint a Cabinet. Guiteau tries everything to secure a Presidential audience.
E04
Destiny of the Republic
Thu, Nov 6 2025 12:00 PM GMT+0000
66 min
Conkling goes on the offensive as Garfield challenges the New York political machine. Isolated and desperate, Guiteau weighs a history-making decision.