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.
Director: Mike Makowsky
Cast:Michael Shannon , Matthew Macfadyen , Nick Offerman , Shea Whigham , Bradley Whitford , Betty Gilpin , Alfie Tempest , Anders Grundberg , Dylan Hughes
Season 1, Episode 1
At the 1880 Republican National Convention, the lives of Ohio Congressman James Garfield and newly released convict Charles Guiteau are forever altered.
Season 1, Episode 2
In the runup to Election Day, Garfield welcomes the nation to his front porch, while Guiteau struggles to ingratiate himself with Party leadership.
Season 1, Episode 3
Treachery from within the White House complicates Garfield's attempts to appoint a Cabinet. Guiteau tries everything to secure a Presidential audience.
Season 1, Episode 4
Conkling goes on the offensive as Garfield challenges the New York political machine. Isolated and desperate, Guiteau weighs a history-making decision.
