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Death by Lightning
73% Match2025TV-MA1 Season7.3
The story of James Garfield, who rose from obscurity to become America's 20th President — and Charles Guiteau, the man who assassinated him.
Starring Michael Shannon, Matthew Macfadyen, Nick Offerman, Shea Whigham, Bradley Whitford
By Mike Makowsky
Episodes
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- The Man from OhioAt the 1880 Republican National Convention, the lives of Ohio Congressman James Garfield and newly released convict Charles Guiteau are forever altered.53m
- Party FaithfulIn the runup to Election Day, Garfield welcomes the nation to his front porch, while Guiteau struggles to ingratiate himself with Party leadership.48m
- Casus BelliTreachery from within the White House complicates Garfield's attempts to appoint a Cabinet. Guiteau tries everything to secure a Presidential audience.48m
- Destiny of the RepublicConkling goes on the offensive as Garfield challenges the New York political machine. Isolated and desperate, Guiteau weighs a history-making decision.67m
About Death by Lightning
Creator
Mike Makowsky
Cast
Michael Shannon, Matthew Macfadyen, Nick Offerman, Shea Whigham, Bradley Whitford
Genres
Drama, Crime
Maturity rating
TV-MA
Score 7.3 • 2025 • TV Series
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