The Empress (2022)
Two young people meet. A fateful encounter - the proverbial love at first sight. He is Emperor Franz Joseph of Austria-Hungary, she is Elisabeth von Wittelsbach, Princess of Bavaria and the sister of the woman Franz is to marry…
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Episode 1 - An Heir to the Throne
Release Date: 2024-11-22Pregnant 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
Release Date: 2024-11-22Franz 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
Release Date: 2024-11-22Elisabeth 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
Release Date: 2024-11-22As 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
Release Date: 2024-11-22Seeking 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
Release Date: 2024-11-22As the Austrian Empire plunges into war, Elisabeth fights to keep her family together. Sophie discovers the consequences of her actions.