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Death by Lightning

The true story of 20th U.S. President James Garfield and his assassin Charles Guiteau, who was also an admirer, is dramatized in this show.

Netflix

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Episodes:

Episode 1 The Man from Ohio

1. The Man from Ohio

Aired: Nov 6, 2025

The 1880 Republican National Convention marks a pivotal moment for Ohio Congr...

Episode 2 Party Faithful

2. Party Faithful

Aired: Nov 6, 2025

Garfield opens his front door to a national audience, as Guiteau attempts to ...

Episode 3 Casus Belli

3. Casus Belli

Aired: Nov 6, 2025

Garfield's efforts to assemble a Cabinet are hindered by treachery within the...

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Streaming in:

United States

  • AustraliaAustralia
  • BelgiumBelgium
  • BrazilBrazil
  • CanadaCanada
  • IndiaIndia
  • NetherlandsNetherlands
  • SpainSpain
  • United KingdomUnited Kingdom
  • United StatesUnited States
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Main Cast

Michael ShannonMichael ShannonJames Garfield
Matthew MacfadyenMatthew MacfadyenCharles Guiteau
Nick OffermanNick OffermanChester A. Arthur
Shea WhighamShea WhighamRoscoe Conkling
Bradley WhitfordBradley WhitfordJames Blaine
Betty GilpinBetty GilpinCrete Garfield
Archie FisherArchie FisherJoe Brown
Laura MarcusLaura MarcusMollie Garfield
Vondie Curtis-HallVondie Curtis-HallFrederick Douglass
Tuppence MiddletonTuppence MiddletonKate Sprague

Creators

Candice MillardCandice MillardNovel
Mike MakowskyMike MakowskyCreator

Death by Lightning Videos

Official Trailer

Official Trailer

Info about Death by Lightning

Network: Netflix

Production Country: United States

Genres:Drama, History, Biography

Death by Lightning: Where to Watch Online in United States?

Currently, you have the opportunity to watch "Death by Lightning" by streaming it on the following platforms: Netflix.

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