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.
Overview
When rebellious Elisabeth falls for Emperor Franz and becomes his unlikely bride, she enters a world of tension and intrigue at the Viennese court.
Jochen Laube
Creator / EP
Episodes
1. 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 decision.
2. 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.
3. 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.
Cast & Crew
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
