The Empress_
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When rebellious Elisabeth falls for Emperor Franz and becomes his unlikely bride, she enters a world of tension and intrigue at the Viennese court.
Created By
Katharina Eyssen
Network
Netflix
Episodes
12
Updated Feb 16, 2026
WHERE TO WATCH
Netflix
28 countries
DROPTHE_ GOSSIP
Overview
The Empress has 2 seasons with 12 episodes spanning 2022-2024.
Cast
Devrim Lingnau →
Devrim Lingnau stars as Empress Elisabeth 'Sisi' von Wittelsbach in The Empress.
Devrim Lingnau →
Rating
With a 7.6/10 rating from 169 votes, The Empress is considered highly rated.
Year context
The Empress first aired 4 years ago in 2022.
CAST (11)
Devrim Lingnau
Empress Elisabeth 'Sisi' von Wittelsbach
Philip Froissant
Franz Joseph of Austria-Hungary
Melika Foroutan
Princess Sophie of Bavaria
Johannes Nussbaum
Archduke Maximilian
Elisa Schlott
Duchess Helene of Bavaria
Jördis Triebel
Princess Ludovika of Bavaria
Almila Bağrıaçık
Leontine von Apafi
Wiebke Puls
Countess Sophie Esterházy
Alexander Finkenwirth
Baron Alexander von Bach
Raymond Tarabay
Ambassadeur De Bourqueney
Tereza Dušková
Emma
SEASONS (2 seasons, 12 episodes)
SEASON 1
01
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…
02
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.
03
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.
04
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.
05
The Shoes
Maximilian gathers support for an evil plan while Elisabeth's well-intended gesture backfires, leading her to befriend the dubious maid, Leontine.
06
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.
SEASON 2
01
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.
02
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.
03
A Letter from the Empress
Elisabeth embarks on a charm offensive across Lombardy-Venetia. Franz gives Maximilian an opportunity to prove his loyalty.
04
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.
05
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.
06
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.
SERIES INFO
2
Seasons
12
Episodes
55 min/ep
Per Episode
Returning Series
Status
CREW
Creator
Katharina Eyssen
NETWORKS (1)
Netflix
AWARDS (1)
G
International Emmy Award for best drama series
2023
WON
DETAILS
First Aired
Status
Returning Series
Seasons
2
Episodes
12
Episode Length
55 min/ep
Language
German
Country
Rating
7.6/10 (169 votes)
Popularity
3
IMDB
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is The Empress about?
When rebellious Elisabeth falls for Emperor Franz and becomes his unlikely bride, she enters a world of tension and intrigue at the Viennese court.
Where can I watch The Empress?
The Empress is available on Netflix. Availability varies by region.
How many seasons does The Empress have?
The Empress has 2 seasons with 12 episodes total.
Who created The Empress?
The Empress was created by Katharina Eyssen.
Who stars in The Empress?
The cast of The Empress includes Devrim Lingnau, Philip Froissant, Melika Foroutan, Johannes Nussbaum, Elisa Schlott.
What is the rating of The Empress?
The Empress has a rating of 7.6 out of 10 based on 169 votes on TMDB.
Is The Empress still running?
The Empress is currently active with a status of "Returning Series."
GENRES (1)
Drama
