The Empress

When rebellious Elisabeth falls for Emperor Franz and becomes his unlikely bride, she enters a world of tension and intrigue at the Viennese court.
Episodes
Constrained by the corset of the Viennese court and deeply wounded by Franz's rejection and unfaithfulness after his return from the war, Elisabeth struggles to be heard and to understand what her soul truly longs for.

1The Return
60 minNov 12, 2026
Traumatized by battlefield losses, Franz returns from the war a changed man. Elisabeth strives to help him but finds opposition at every turn.

2The Island
55 minNov 12, 2026
An unexpected demand threatens the armistice signing. As Elisabeth goes to recuperate by the seaside, a chance encounter puts her on a new mission.

3To Family
57 minNov 12, 2026
Elisabeth returns to reaffirm her bond with Franz, even as their hearts find solace elsewhere. Maximilian sees an opportunity to fulfill his ambitions.

4Out onto the Open Sea
54 minNov 12, 2026
The Prussian threat casts a long shadow over the empire. Elisabeth grows suspicious of Franz's continued absence, leading to a confession.

5In Another Life
63 minNov 12, 2026
Franz is forced to fight another war. Maximilian deals with increasing challenges to his rule. The Hungarian negotiations turn personal for Elisabeth.

6Until We Meet Again
69 minNov 12, 2026
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.
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