Historical limited series that made obscure presidential history bingeable.
Why it matters
Episode guide
4 episodes across 1 seasons — titles, air dates, and synopses.
At a glance
President Garfield's rise collides with obsessive office-seeker Charles Guiteau.
Network & studio
- Netflix — streamer network
Why watch now
Watch for the cultural DNA of the 2020s — and the star power that made living rooms feel like red carpets.
Cultural impact
Historical limited series that made obscure presidential history bingeable.
Creators
Mike Makowsky
Key cast
- Michael Shannon as James A. Garfield
- Matthew Macfadyen as Charles Guiteau
- Nick Offerman as Chester A. Arthur
Flash facts
- Death by Lightning aired on Netflix (2025).
- Genres: drama, historical.
- Part of the TV Flash 2020s catalog.
- Network home(s): Netflix.
FAQ
What network aired Death by Lightning?
Death by Lightning is associated with Netflix (2025).
Why is Death by Lightning in the TV Flash top 100 for the 2020s?
Historical limited series that made obscure presidential history bingeable.
Who are the key names behind Death by Lightning?
Creators and principals include Mike Makowsky.
Official & further reading
External sites for further reading — TV Flash is not affiliated with these networks or studios.
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