The Empress - Season 1

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One's Place in the World

1 - One's Place in the World

Air Date: September 29, 2022

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.

The Arrival

2 - The Arrival

Air Date: September 29, 2022

Elisabeth arrives in Vienna for her wedding. Soon enough she faces palace intrigue while Franz attempts to protect his country from going to war.

The Wedding

3 - The Wedding

Air Date: September 29, 2022

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.

The Hunt

4 - The Hunt

Air Date: September 29, 2022

Sophie and the council push for military action, but Franz refuses to engage. Elisabeth upsets the czar's son, leading to severe political consequences.

The Shoes

5 - The Shoes

Air Date: September 29, 2022

Maximilian gathers support for an evil plan while Elisabeth's well-intended gesture backfires, leading her to befriend the dubious maid, Leontine.

The God Who Us Has Freedom Sent

6 - The God Who Us Has Freedom Sent

Air Date: September 29, 2022

Elisabeth spends her time partying with Maximilian while Franz is desperate to reconcile with her. Leontine gets herself into a precarious situation.