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The Empress
The Empress
2022TV-MA2 SEASONS
When rebellious Elisabeth falls for Emperor Franz and becomes his unlikely bride, she enters a world of tension and intrigue at the Viennese court.
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    Sisi and Franz’s royal fairy-tale love story is getting another chapter.
    By Jean Bentley & Anne Cohen
    Nov. 23, 2024

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SEASON 1

  • Episode 1
    One's Place in the World
    Helene and Elisabeth travel to meet Emperor Franz, who is expected to ask for Helene’s hand. At the party, he stuns everyone with a surprise decision.
  • Episode 2
    The Arrival
    Elisabeth arrives in Vienna for her wedding. Soon enough she faces palace intrigue while Franz attempts to protect his country from going to war.
  • Episode 3
    The Wedding
    Elisabeth marries Franz, and the royal family gets a taste of her rising popularity. Sophie’s former lover attends the wedding and discovers a secret.
  • Episode 4
    The Hunt
    Sophie and the council push for military action, but Franz refuses to engage. Elisabeth upsets the czar's son, leading to severe political consequences.
  • Episode 5
    The Shoes
    Maximilian gathers support for an evil plan while Elisabeth's well-intended gesture backfires, leading her to befriend the dubious maid, Leontine.
  • Episode 6
    The God Who Us Has Freedom Sent
    Elisabeth spends her time partying with Maximilian while Franz is desperate to reconcile with her. Leontine gets herself into a precarious situation.

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