The show had been tanking in the ratings for years and there is no doubt that would continue after this season. Another bungled CW super hero show.
On Friday, November 20, The CW confirmed superhero drama Black Lightning would not return after season four. The series received praise from around the world when it first premiered in 2018, as it was the first DC superhero series with a black lead, with Cress Williams taking on the role of Black Lightning.