Sep 29, 2022 · 1h 2m
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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Sep 29, 2022 · 58m
Elisabeth arrives in Vienna for her wedding. Soon enough she faces palace intrigue while Franz attempts to protect his country from going to war.
Sep 29, 2022 · 56m
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.
Sep 29, 2022 · 54m
Sophie and the council push for military action, but Franz refuses to engage. Elisabeth upsets the czar's son, leading to severe political consequences.
Sep 29, 2022 · 51m
Maximilian gathers support for an evil plan while Elisabeth's well-intended gesture backfires, leading her to befriend the dubious maid, Leontine.
Sep 29, 2022 · 1h 1m
Elisabeth spends her time partying with Maximilian while Franz is desperate to reconcile with her. Leontine gets herself into a precarious situation.
Season 1 FAQ
Quick answers about this season's release timeline and episode lineup.
When did The Empress Season 1 premiere?
The Empress Season 1 premiered on September 29, 2022.
How many episodes are in The Empress Season 1?
The Empress Season 1 has 6 episodes.
What is the first episode of The Empress Season 1?
The season opens with Season 1 Episode 1, "One's Place in the World". It aired on September 29, 2022.
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