IN THE SPOTLIGHT

Death by Lightning

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Dramatizes the stranger-than-fiction true story of 20th U.S. President James Garfield, and admirer Charles Guiteau, who assassinated him.

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THE STORY UNFOLDS

Episodes 04

EPISODE 01

The Man from Ohio

At the 1880 Republican National Convention, the lives of Ohio Congressman James Garfield and newly released convict Charles Guiteau are forever altered.

Nov 6, 2025

EPISODE 02

Party Faithful

In the runup to Election Day, Garfield welcomes the nation to his front porch, while Guiteau struggles to ingratiate himself with Party leadership.

Nov 6, 2025

EPISODE 03

Casus Belli

Treachery from within the White House complicates Garfield's attempts to appoint a Cabinet. Guiteau tries everything to secure a Presidential audience.

Nov 6, 2025

EPISODE 04

Destiny of the Republic

Conkling goes on the offensive as Garfield challenges the New York political machine. Isolated and desperate, Guiteau weighs a history-making decision.

Nov 6, 2025