Death by Lightning
The story of James Garfield, who rose from obscurity to become America's 20th President — and Charles Guiteau, the man who assassinated him.
- Metascore80
- 2025-2025
- 1 season
- Netflix
- Documentary, Drama
- TV-MA
The story of James Garfield, who rose from obscurity to become America's 20th President — and Charles Guiteau, the man who assassinated him.
Season 1 Episode Guide
4 Episodes 2025
Episode 1
The Man from Ohio
Thu, Nov 6, 2025 52 mins
At the 1880 Republican National Convention, the lives of Ohio Congressman James Garfield and newly released convict Charles Guiteau are forever altered.
Episode 2
Party Faithful
Thu, Nov 6, 2025 47 mins
In the runup to Election Day, Garfield welcomes the nation to his front porch, while Guiteau struggles to ingratiate himself with Party leadership.
Episode 3
Casus Belli
Thu, Nov 6, 2025 47 mins
Treachery from within the White House complicates Garfield's attempts to appoint a Cabinet. Guiteau tries everything to secure a Presidential audience.
Episode 4
Destiny of the Republic
Thu, Nov 6, 2025 66 mins
Conkling goes on the offensive as Garfield challenges the New York political machine. Isolated and desperate, Guiteau weighs a history-making decision.
