Black Lightning (TV) Cast
The cast of Black Lightning. Updated on September 8, 2025.
349 actors
Cress Williams
as Jefferson Pierce / Black Lightning (58 episodes)

Cress Williams portrays the character of Jefferson Pierce, also known as Black Lightning, in the TV show Black Lightning. Jefferson is a high school principal and retired superhero who is forced to put on the suit again to protect his community and family.

Nafessa Williams
as Anissa Pierce / Thunder / Blackbird (58 episodes)

Nafessa Williams plays the role of Anissa Pierce, also known as Thunder and Blackbird, in Black Lightning. Anissa is Jefferson's older daughter and a medical student who discovers her own powers and becomes a superhero to fight for justice alongside her father.

China Anne McClain
as Jennifer Pierce / Lightning (58 episodes)

China Anne McClain portrays Jennifer Pierce, also known as Lightning, in Black Lightning. Jennifer is Jefferson's younger daughter who also inherits superhuman abilities. She struggles to control her powers and find her place in the superhero world.

Christine Adams
as Lynn Pierce (58 episodes)

Christine Adams plays the character of Lynn Pierce in Black Lightning. Lynn is Jefferson's ex-wife and a neuroscientist who becomes involved in the fight against crime and corruption in their city.

Marvin Jones III
as Tobias Whale (58 episodes)

Marvin 'Krondon' Jones III portrays the role of Tobias Whale in Black Lightning. Tobias is the main antagonist of the show, a powerful crime boss with enhanced strength and durability, who has a personal vendetta against Black Lightning.

James Remar
as Peter Gambi (58 episodes)

James Remar plays the character of Peter Gambi in Black Lightning. Peter is a tailor and Jefferson's mentor who provides him with support and guidance as he embraces his superhero persona.

Jordan Calloway
as Khalil Payne / Painkiller (58 episodes)

Jordan Calloway portrays Khalil Payne, also known as Painkiller, in Black Lightning. Khalil is a former athlete and Jennifer's ex-boyfriend who becomes a metahuman with enhanced abilities and is manipulated into becoming a weapon for Tobias Whale.

Chantal Thuy
as Grace Choi (35 episodes)

Chantal Thuy plays the role of Grace Choi in Black Lightning. Grace is a bartender and Anissa's love interest who is revealed to be a metahuman with shapeshifting abilities.

Damon Gupton
as Bill Henderson (45 episodes)
Nina Turner
as Nina Turner (1 episode)
Amanda Davis
as Joan Lincoln (5 episodes)
Edwina Findley
as Tori (3 episodes)
Michael King
as Bernard (1 episode)
Antonio Fargas
as David Poe (1 episode)
Terrence 'T.C.' Carson
as Eldridge (1 episode)
Derick Anthony
as Darius (1 episode)
Gregg Henry
as Martin Proctor (5 episodes)
Charles Green
as Teddy Evans (1 episode)
Derrick J. Haywood
as Thunder Fan (1 episode)
Rob Morean
as Deacon (1 episode)
Cory Scott Allen
as Klovic (1 episode)
Phillip DeVona
as Dwayne Rogers (1 episode)
Joshua Mikel
as Steven Conners (3 episodes)
Alphonso A'Qen-Aten Jackson
as Slim / Lieutenant (4 episodes)
Kendrick Cross
as Kito Payne (1 episode)
Catherine Dyer
as Dr. Ashton Conley (1 episode)
Chelsea Hayes
as Woman (1 episode)
Sara Torres
as Private Chef (1 episode)
Nick DeKay
as Driver (1 episode)
Armani White
as DJ Godholly (1 episode)
Bill Murphey
as Administrator (1 episode)
Joseph P. Daley
as Maintenance Man (1 episode)
Jordan Denmark
as Tobias' Lady 1 (1 episode)
Kayte Giralt
as Tobias' Lady 2 (1 episode)
Tonia Jackson
as Yvette (2 episodes)
J. Ayers
as Green Light Addict (1 episode)
Jared Simon
as Inspector Thomas (1 episode)
Joseph Roark
as Sânge Warrior #1 (1 episode)
Matt LaBorde
as Sânge Warrior #2 (1 episode)
Nick Stanner
as Sânge Warrior #3 (1 episode)
Charmin Lee
as Batina (1 episode)
Dj McCall
as Joshua (1 episode)
Cabot Basden
as Jake (1 episode)
Leydi Morales
as Nurse (1 episode)
Toshi Toda
as Hiroshi (1 episode)
Robert Walker Branchaud
as Sheriff Clark (2 episodes)
Skye P. Marshall
as Kara Fowdy (10 episodes)
Salli Richardson-Whitfield
as Rebecca Montez (1 episode)
Alex Jones
as Sekou (1 episode)
Samuel-Taylor
as Male Vaccine Kid (1 episode)
Milli M.
as Reporter #2 (2 episodes)
Derek Evans
as Patrolman Roman Hicks (2 episodes)
Shacai O'Neal
as Woman (1 episode)
Amy Parrish
as Doctor (1 episode)
Thom Williams
as Cop #1 (1 episode)
Reginald Robinson
as Romel (3 episodes)
Andy Allo
as Zoe B. (2 episodes)
Shein Mompremier
as Chenoa (3 episodes)
Ralph Wilcox
as Marsellus (1 episode)
John M. Johnson
as Earnest Williams (1 episode)
Mark Rowe
as Det. Summers (1 episode)
Teresa L. Graves
as Ms. Brown (1 episode)
Vanessa Aranegui
as Ms. Gordon (2 episodes)
Karina Delbeau-Charles
as Laticia (1 episode)
Angela Rye
as Angela Rye (1 episode)
Benjamin Crump
as Benjamin Crump (1 episode)
Monique Yvette Grant
as Issa's Mother (1 episode)
Mark Finnin
as Freeland Resident #2 (1 episode)
Vivia E. Armstrong
as Freeland Resident #3 (1 episode)
Reggie Currelley
as Freeland Resident #4 (1 episode)
Henry Bazemore Jr.
as ASA Official (1 episode)
David Alexander
as Walter Rutledge (1 episode)
Charlbi Dean
as Syonide (9 episodes)
Morgan Brown
as Thomas Hidalgo (2 episodes)
Richard Marrero
as Dwayne (1 episode)
Jay Harmon III
as Jonate (1 episode)
Josh Henry
as Man in Lab Coat (2 episodes)
Faron Salisbury
as Detective Glennon (1 episode)
Polly Craig
as Senior Citizen (1 episode)
Christopher Hampton
as Bearded Young Man (1 episode)
Patrick Lamont Jr.
as Resident #1 (1 episode)
Wendel A. Matthews
as African American Officer (1 episode)
Kelita Samone
as Resident #2 (1 episode)
Kat Logan
as Neema (2 episodes)
Nikki Nicole Dillard
as Woman (1 episode)
Quinton Garvin
as Gang Member #1 (1 episode)
Mark Hicks
as ASA Agent (1 episode)
Marcus Samuel
as Gang Member #2 (1 episode)
Joe Lewis
as Club Security (1 episode)
Shomari
as Lieutenant (1 episode)
Benedetto Robinson
as Caleb Scott (1 episode)
Jonathan D. Williams
as Chemist (1 episode)
Joey Thurmond
as Business Man (1 episode)
Godholly
as Himself (1 episode)
Mike Forbs
as Citizen #3 (1 episode)
Marion Guyot
as Mrs. Johnson (1 episode)
Darryl W. Handy
as Citizen #1 (1 episode)
Rachael Thompson
as Plasmacorp Clerk (1 episode)
Shimone Woodberry
as Citizen #2 (1 episode)
Jigga
as Mr. Nasir (1 episode)
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