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Netflix's 'Death By Lightning' Premieres Nov 6, 2025

10/31/2025

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Netflix's limited series 'Death By Lightning' premieres on November 6, 2025.
The four-part drama is created by Mike Makowsky.
The series is based on Candice Millard's book.
The cast includes Michael Shannon as Garfield and Matthew Macfadyen as Guiteau, with Betty Gilpin and Nick Offerman in supporting roles.
Emmy-winning producers David Benioff and D.B. Weiss are at the helm.

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Story summary

Netflix's limited series 'Death By Lightning' premieres on November 6, 2025.
The four-part drama is created by Mike Makowsky.
The series is based on Candice Millard's book.
The cast includes Michael Shannon as Garfield and Matthew Macfadyen as Guiteau, with Betty Gilpin and Nick Offerman in supporting roles.
Emmy-winning producers David Benioff and D.B. Weiss are at the helm.