Death by Lightning

Network:Netflix

Drama History

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S01E04 - "Destiny of the Republic"

Aired on Nov 6, 2025, 12:00 PM

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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 Ă˘â‚¬â€ť the man who would come to kill him.

Details

Status: Ended
Language: English
Runtime: 53 min
Premiered: November 6, 2025
Ended: November 6, 2025

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Episodes (1 Season · 4 Episodes)

The Man from Ohio

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

Nov 6, 2025

52 min

Party Faithful

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

Nov 6, 2025

47 min

Casus Belli

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

Nov 6, 2025

47 min

Destiny of the Republic

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

Nov 6, 2025

66 min