Character Relationships in Death by Lightning

James Garfield (played by Michael Shannon) is a protagonist in Death by Lightning. Charles Guiteau (played by Matthew Macfadyen) is a protagonist in Death by Lightning. Chester A. Arthur (played by Nick Offerman) appears in Death by Lightning. Roscoe Conkling (played by Shea Whigham) appears in Death by Lightning. Tom Platt (played by Andrew Hefler) appears in Death by Lightning. James Blaine (played by Bradley Whitford) appears in Death by Lightning. Levi Morton (played by David Nykl) appears in Death by Lightning. Crete Garfield (played by Betty Gilpin) appears in Death by Lightning.

Death by Lightning (2025) — Character Map & Story Timeline

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Death by Lightning (2025) interactive character relationship network and AI-powered story timeline. Explore the connections, alliances, and conflicts between characters across the narrative arc.

AI Narrative Summary

The assassination of President James A. Garfield and its aftermath

Character Network — 14 Characters

Rating: 7.3/10 (91 votes)

Story Structure — 4 Plot Phases

Rise to Power

The Shadow of Assassination

The Long Decline

Aftermath