Development on the series began in September 2016 when Fox ordered a pilot production commitment for Black Lightning. In February 2017, Fox passed on the series, with it being picked up by The CW with a new script for the pilot. The CW officially ordered the series in May 2017. Black Lightning is scheduled to premiere in 2018 during the 2017 -- 2018 season, for a 13 - episode run.
when is black lightning coming to the cw
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