The BEST episodes of Death by Lightning

Every episode of Death by Lightning ever, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of Death by Lightning!

Based on the true story of James Garfield and on the novel "Destiny of the Republic" by Candice Millard. It will bring to life the 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. Garfield had a very short run while in office from March 1881 through September. Despite only being elected president for that short period, he managed to change America in his short months in office. He was shot by Guiteau, who felt he had played a major role in Garfield’s election.

Last Updated: 11/17/2025Network: NetflixStatus: Ended
Destiny of the Republic
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7.53
75 votes

#1 - Destiny of the Republic

Season 1 - Episode 4 - Aired 11/6/2025

Conkling goes on the offensive as Garfield challenges the New York political machine. Isolated and desperate, Guiteau weighs a history-making decision.

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The Man from Ohio
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7.29
114 votes

#2 - The Man from Ohio

Season 1 - Episode 1 - Aired 11/6/2025

At the 1880 Republican National Convention, the lives of Ohio Congressman James Garfield and newly released convict Charles Guiteau are forever altered.

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Casus Belli
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7.18
76 votes

#3 - Casus Belli

Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 11/6/2025

Treachery from within the White House complicates Garfield's attempts to appoint a Cabinet. Guiteau tries everything to secure a Presidential audience.

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Party Faithful
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7.17
82 votes

#4 - Party Faithful

Season 1 - Episode 2 - Aired 11/6/2025

In the runup to Election Day, Garfield welcomes the nation to his front porch, while Guiteau struggles to ingratiate himself with Party leadership.

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