Overview
Plot
Rebellious Elisabeth falls for Emperor Franz and becomes his unlikely bride, stepping into a world of tension and intrigue at the Viennese court.
- Directors
- Katharina Eyssen
- Cast
- Devrim Lingnau, Philip Froissant, Melika Foroutan, Johannes Nussbaum, Elisa Schlott, Jördis Triebel, Almila Bağrıaçık, Wiebke Puls, Alexander Finkenwirth, Raymond Tarabay
- Country
- Germany
- Genre
- Drama
- First aired
- 2022-09-29
- Studios
- Sommerhaus Serien
Episodes
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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Episode 1 An Heir to the Throne Pregnant with her second child, Elisabeth is under pressure to provide a male heir to the throne. An incident occurs during a state visit.
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Episode 2 The Dream Franz sends Maximilian on a diplomatic mission to make an ally of Napoleon III. Sophie schemes to sideline Elisabeth and take charge of her children.
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Episode 3 A Letter from the Empress Elisabeth embarks on a charm offensive across Lombardy-Venetia. Franz gives Maximilian an opportunity to prove his loyalty.
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Episode 4 The Stars During the Day As Leontine asks Alexander to abscond together, he makes a shocking discovery. A visit to Hungary brings tragedy to Franz and Elisabeth.
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Episode 5 The Forest Inside of Us Seeking an escape, Elisabeth retreats to her family in Bavaria. Sophie seizes the moment to procure a better match for Franz.
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Episode 6 All We Can Do As the Austrian Empire plunges into war, Elisabeth fights to keep her family together. Sophie discovers the consequences of her actions.
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Episode 1 The Return Traumatized by battlefield losses, Franz returns from the war a changed man. Elisabeth strives to help him but finds opposition at every turn.
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Episode 2 The Island An unexpected demand threatens the armistice signing. As Elisabeth goes to recuperate by the seaside, a chance encounter puts her on a new mission.
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Episode 3 To Family Elisabeth returns to reaffirm her bond with Franz, even as their hearts find solace elsewhere. Maximilian sees an opportunity to fulfill his ambitions.
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Episode 4 Out onto the Open Sea The Prussian threat casts a long shadow over the empire. Elisabeth grows suspicious of Franz's continued absence, leading to a confession.
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Episode 5 In Another Life Franz is forced to fight another war. Maximilian deals with increasing challenges to his rule. The Hungarian negotiations turn personal for Elisabeth.
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Episode 6 Until We Meet Again As Franz struggles to overcome an emotional wound, Elisabeth weighs her drive to shape her destiny against what she believes is right for the empire.
Plot
Warning: spoilers
The Empress Plot and Cast
Elisabeth, whose rebellious nature sets her apart, falls for Emperor Franz and unexpectedly becomes his bride. Her new position draws her into the tense, intrigue-filled world of the Viennese court.
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