Death by Lightning is a gripping historical drama miniseries on Netflix, reminiscent of The West Wing in the 19th century. It follows James Garfield, played by Michael Shannon, as he navigates political intrigue and personal life. Matthew Macfadyen portrays Garfields assassin, Charles Guiteau, with depth and empathy. The series, based on Candice Millards book, explores themes of political and medical arrogance, optimism, and hopelessness, with a stellar supporting cast including Nick Offerman and Betty Gilpin.
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