THE EMPRESS Season 2 Trailer (2024) Devrim Lingnau

THE EMPRESS Season 2 Trailer (2024) Devrim Lingnau

THE EMPRESS Season 2 Trailer (2024) Devrim Lingnau
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Season 2 of The Empress was action-packed and memorable. In the season finale, Emperor Franz Joseph (Philip Froissant) faces his grief head-on while confronting turmoil within his own family and simultaneously dealing with the pressures of war. The Netflix historical romance series by Katharina Eyssen follows the ups and downs of Empress Elisabeth “Sisi” Von Wittelsbach (Devrim Lingnau) of Austria. Elisabeth was notorious for her rebellious, sometimes uncouth ways. Her inability to comply with social norms and her free spirit made her the legendary figure she's remembered as today. The second season of The Empress dives into her struggle to produce an heir to the throne while also following the Lombardy-Venetia rebellion. While the commoners love Elisabeth, and Elisabeth often puts the needs of the people first in her decision-making, this clashes with her husband Franz, who spends much of Season 2 torn between making decisions out of love and making decisions based on the expectations placed on him as emperor.

Franz Channels His Aggression and Anger on the Battlefield

The finale follows Franz as he decides to join his soldiers on the battlefield, which is perhaps a noble prospect in concept. Franz believes it's his duty after the defeat they suffered in the Battle of Magenta, so he chooses to stand by his soldiers. He views himself as a weak leader because he tends to choose peace over war. However, not everyone around Franz was confident about the decisions he made.

Archduchess Sophie (Melika Foroutan) doesn't believe he made the right choice. She doesn't view her son as aggressive, or even a fighter in any sense. His mother fears it will result in injury or death for Franz. When Franz learns that Napoleon (Christophe Favre) is supporting the rebellion, it indicates to Franz he is ultimately doomed in this conquest. Unfortunately, Franz is in a tough spot because he has already declared war. However, after seeing the aftermath of the Battle of Magenta and facing the thousands of wounded or killed soldiers, Franz was moved to showcase his strength in such trying times. In the end, Franz survives the battle, but Austria is defeated. The French Army and the Piedmont-Sardinian army won, and the signing of the Armistice of Villafranca marked the end of the Second Italian War of Independence.

Painful Grief and Family Conflicts in 'The Empress'Devrim Lingnau posing in a wedding gown as Empress Elisabeth of Austria in Netflix series.
By the end of season two, Franz has to deal with loss in ways he never anticipated. He was often portrayed as too weak to be an emperor. He never wanted to become the emperor in the first place; it just happened to him. The decision-making his role required was oftentimes overwhelming, and Franz's desires more often aligned with those of an ordinary man. To Franz, being a loving husband and father made life worth living. However, the empire required him to constantly sacrifice time with his family. Many of Franz's decisions were also motivated by deeper family struggles, such as his complex relationship with his sometimes overbearing mother.

The death of his daughter is plaguing him mentally throughout the finale, and the torment has impacted him in seemingly irreparable ways. The sudden demise of his son just adds to the emotional pain, and finally, the death of his wife sends him over the edge. Franz spent much of his life in near-constant conflict with both himself and the ones who meant the most to him. Along with his inner conflicts, he often disagreed with Elisabeth's free-spirited ways and his mother's domineering personality.

Devrim Lingnau as Empress Sisi in Netflix’s The Empress
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Maximilian Finally Gives Up on His Brother Franz

Maximilian (Johannes Nussbaum) and Charlotte (Runa Greiner) leave the palace in the season finale of The Empress before the battle breaks out. In yet another example of Franz's family troubles, Maximilian is disappointed that Franz never grew to trust him again, even after he decided to forgive him for his past transgressions. Maximilian longed for a meaningful role, and while Franz did grant him the short-lived role of Viceroy of the Lombardy-Venetia region, Franz ultimately pushed Maximilian on the back burner, going with his instincts. Maximilian never achieved the recognition or power he desired. He and his brother have different perspectives when it comes to winning back the people of Austria. Much of this has to do with the way death has impacted Franz. Franz followed General Gyulai's (Christian Bayer) advice, which was to force the people of Austria to obey the emperor.

The military head suggested more aggressive tactics, while Franz's brother took a more liberal approach to the matter. He thinks the only way to win back the commoners is to improve the living conditions of the aforementioned people, and he's not wrong. However, this process requires patience, and Franz's sense of urgency often wins in the end. General Gyulai was able to persuade Franz to listen to him. Maximilian was hopeful his brother would side with him, but Franz disappointed him and proved himself unable to think clearly after Sophie's death. Franz even removed Maximilian from the post of Viceroy before the war began, which was a gesture that represented his own failure to handle the situation. While Maximilian did his best to support his family, it became obvious Franz did not intend for Maximilian to serve a meaningful role anymore. For instance, while Maximilian offered to aid in any emergencies in Vienna, Franz said he'd have Elisabeth or Sophie cater to the emergencies instead. In the end, Franz intended for his son to take over as emperor. When Maximilian finally realizes this, he decides to leave with Charlotte.

Many things came to a close in the finale of The Empress. However, it does hint at other possible developments for future seasons, such as a romance between Alexander Von Bach (Alexander Finkenwirth) and Ava (Almila Bagriacik). Countess Von Apafi's true identity is discovered by Von Bach, and soon after, she realizes she's pregnant. Ava is ordered to leave the royal palace. However, Alexander immediately regrets this decision and takes off to find her. If The Empress is renewed for a third season, we'll likely learn more about the fate of this romance. Either way, the season finale was packed with action. The turbulence surrounding Franz and what's left of his family, along with the impact of the war on the empire, made for a compelling season filled with inner battles and personal conflicts.

The Empress is available to watch on Netflix in the U.S.

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The Empress
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Drama
History
Romance
When rebellious Elisabeth falls for Emperor Franz and becomes his unlikely bride, she enters a world of tensions and intrigue at the Viennese court.

Release Date
September 29, 2022
Cast
Svenja Jung , Melika Foroutan , Philip Froissant , Devrim Lingnau , Johannes Nussbaum , Alexander Finkenwirth , Hanna Hilsdorf , Noëmi Krausz
Main Genre
Drama
Seasons
1
Creator(s)
Katharina Eyssen
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The Empress
The Empress
Netflix
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The Empress

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Genre
Historical drama
Romance
Created by
Katharina Eyssen
Written by Katharina Eyssen, Bernd Lange, Janna Maria Nandzik
Directed by
Katrin Gebbe
Florian Cossen
Starring
Devrim Lingnau
Philip Froissant
Composers
Johannes Lehniger
Lisa Morgenstern
Sebastian Damerius
Country of origin Germany[1][2]
Original language German[3]
No. of seasons 2
No. of episodes 12
Production
Executive producers
Jochen Laube
Fabian Maubach
Production location
Germany
Cinematography
Christian Almesberger
Christopher Aoun
Running time 51–61 minutes
Production companies
Netflix
Sommerhaus Serien
Inferno Pictures
Original release
Network Netflix
Release 29 September 2022 –
present
The Empress (German: Die Kaiserin) is a German historical drama television series based on the life of Empress Elisabeth of Austria, starring Devrim Lingnau in the title role, and Philip Froissant as Emperor Franz Joseph. It was released on Netflix on 29 September 2022. It was Netflix's second-most watched series worldwide for two weeks and the seventh most popular non-English series of 2022, with over 150 million hours streamed. On 8 November 2022, Netflix renewed it for a second season [4][5][6] which premiered on November 22, 2024. Netflix also commissioned a companion novel, The Empress: A Novel, by Gigi Griffis, which was published two days before the series premiered on the streaming service.[7]

Premise
Sixteen-year-old Bavarian Duchess, Elisabeth "Sisi" von Wittelsbach, falls in love with Emperor Franz Joseph of Austria, the intended fiancé of her older sister, Duchess Helene, and they marry. Arriving in Vienna, Sisi finds herself navigating the complexity of court politics and her husband's scheming family. Her mother-in-law, Archduchess Sophie, who is also her aunt, antagonizes her almost immediately. Maximilian, Franz Joseph's younger brother, tries to outshine his brother and prove that he is more worthy to rule.

Cast
Introduced in Season 1

Devrim Lingnau as Elisabeth ("Sisi") von Wittelsbach, Duchess in Bavaria turned Empress of Austria
Philip Froissant as Franz Joseph, Emperor of Austria
Melika Foroutan as Sophie, Archduchess of Austria, mother of Emperor Franz Joseph and Elisabeth's aunt turned mother-in-law
Johannes Nussbaum as Archduke Maximilian, younger brother of Emperor Franz Joseph
Elisa Schlott as Duchess Helene ("Néné") in Bavaria, Elisabeth's older sister (season 1)
Jördis Triebel as Ludovika, Duchess in Bavaria, Elisabeth's mother
Almila Bagriacik as Ava, a revolutionary posing as Countess Leontine von Apafi
Hanna Hilsdorf as Countess Amalia von Salm-Reifferscheidt, a lady-in-waiting who has dedicated her own life to the Austrian empire (season 1)
Runa Greiner as Countess Charlotte von Stubenberg, a naive lady-in-waiting who later becomes the matron of the empress's maid service
Svenja Jung as Countess Louise Gundemann (later Baroness von Sina), Franz Joseph's old lover
Andreas Döhler as Maximilian, Duke in Bavaria, Elisabeth's father
Wiebke Puls as Countess Sophie Esterházy, matron of the empress's maid service and Sophie's confidant (season 1)
Michael Fuith as Franz Karl, Archduke of Austria, Sophie's husband and Franz Joseph's supposed father who becomes Elisabeth's father-in-law (season 1)
Felix Nölle as Archduke Ludwig Viktor ("Luiwuzi") of Austria, the youngest brother and sibling of Franz Joseph
Martin Butzke as Gustav, Prince of Vasa, Sophie's old lover who claims to be Franz Joseph's biological father (season 1)
Alexander Finkenwirth as Baron Alexander von Bach, the interior minister and a progressive advisor of Franz Joseph
Leopold Hornung as Count Karl Ferdinand von Buol, the foreign minister and a militaristic advisor
Patrick Rapold as Franz Liszt, a Hungarian composer (season 1)
August Schmölzer as Joseph Othmar von Rauscher, Prince-Archbishop of Vienna and cardinal
Raymond Tarabay as François-Adolphe De Bourqueney, French ambassador (season 1)
Eric Bouwer as Doctor Fritsch, a maternity doctor
Irene Della Casa as Baronesse Francesca, Archduke Maximilian's lover at the start of the series (season 1)
Rauand Taleb as Theo, Emperor Franz Joseph's valet
Erol Nowak as Johann Baron Kempen von Fichtenstamm, the Inspector General of the police (season 1)
Noëmi Emily Krausz as Countess Margarete von Lamberg, Archduchess Sophie's lady-in-waiting and closest confidant
Andreas Bongard as Johann Strauss, an Austrian Composer (season 1)
Vladimir Korneev as Alexander Nikolayevich, Grand Duke of Russia, son of Tsar Nicholas I (season 1)
Elzemarieke De Vos as Maria Alexandrovna, Grand Duchess of Russia, Alexander's wife (season 1)
Introduced in Season 2

Josephine Thiesen as Princess Charlotte Marie of Belgium, Archduke Maximilian's wife
Marlene Spakarowski as Archduchess Sophie ("Fienchen") of Austria, the first child of Emperor Franz Joseph and Empress Elisabeth
Carla Hütterman as Countess Pauline von Bellegarde, Empress Elisabeth's lady-in-waiting
Christophe Favre as Napoleon III, Emperor of the French
Jérôme Pouly as Camillo Benso, Count of Cavour, Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Sardinia-Piedmont
Cornelius Schwalm as Dr. Johann Seeburger, Empress Elisabeth's physician who is constantly at odds with her
Alexander Beyer as Maximilian, Duke in Bavaria, Elisabeth's father (season 2)
Lena Geiseler as Duchess Maria Sophie ("Mimi") in Bavaria, Empress Elisabeth's younger sister
Mina Christ as Countess Gabriele von Metternich-Zichy, Princess Charlotte's lady-in-waiting
Leonie Euler as Baroness Caroline von Bransner, Princess Charlotte's lady-in-waiting
Rainer Haustein as Count Karl Ludwig von Grünne, Emperor Franz Joseph's chief military advisor
Alberto Vecchiato as Adolfo Tadini, an Italian revolutionary disguised as a dignitary
Matthias Matschke as Count Michael von Apafi, the father of the real Leontine von Apafi
Bernd Birkhahn as Field Marshal Josef Radetzky, Viceroy of Lombardy-Venetia prior to Archduke Maximilian
Christian Bayer as General Ferenc József Gyulay, Commander of the Austrian forces in Lombardy-Venetia
Asena Uzun as Duchess Sophie Charlotte in Bavaria, Empress Elisabeth's youngest sister
Levi Oskar as Duke Maximillian Emanuel ("Mapperl") in Bavaria, Empress Elisabeth's youngest brother and sibling
Lorenzo Motta as Gino Tadini, Adolfo's younger brother and an ardent Italian revolutionary
Fabiana Chiorri as Giulia, Gino's girlfriend and fellow revolutionary
Marcello De Nardo as Count Giuseppe Marino, the head of the Lombardo-Venetian delegation
Episodes
Season Episodes Originally released
1
6 September 29, 2022
2
6 November 22, 2024
Season 1 (2022)
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1 1 "One's Place in the World" Florian Cossen and Katrin Gebbe Katharina Eyssen, Bernd Lange, and Janna Maria Nandzik 29 September 2022
Franz has recently taken over as a young emperor following the Revolutions of 1848 in the Austrian Empire. In 1853, there is an assassination attempt against his life. That same year, Elisabeth (Sisi) and Helene travel with their mother, Ludovika, to meet the 23-year-old Franz, who is expected to ask for Helene's hand. Franz's mother and Elisabeth's aunt, Archduchess Sophie, is of the opinion that her son's union with the Bayern Helene will validate Austria's claim to the German states. Meanwhile, Nicholas I of Russia seeks an alliance with Austria against the Ottoman Empire. Franz's brothers Maximilian and Ludwig "Luziwuzi" are also present. Franz meets Elisabeth and admires her outspokenness; however she repulses his advances as she doesn't want to betray her sister. During his birthday party the next day, he stuns everyone by deciding to marry Elisabeth; Elisabeth accepts it because she has grown fond of Franz. Helene is upset at Elisabeth.
2 2 "The Arrival" Florian Cossen and Katrin Gebbe Katharina Eyssen, Bernd Lange, and Janna Maria Nandzik 29 September 2022
Elisabeth arrives in Vienna along with family for the wedding, though her father tells her not to fully trust Sophie. Esterházy, Sophie's confidant introduces her to the maids, including Amalia, Leontine and Charlotte. She also teaches her the palace etiquettes, but Elisabeth feels her freedom is diminished. During the council of war, Franz decides that he doesn't want the House of Habsburg to join either side in the Crimean War. It is revealed, Leontine is part of the revolution and wants to kill the royal family. Johann Strauss II helps Elisabeth and Franz during their waltz rehearsal, while Swedish Prince Gustav, Sophie's old lover, privately claims to be Franz's father to Sophie. Franz has a secret meeting with Mr. Stephenson, an engineer, to build a major railway, connecting Vienna to the rest of the world, to bring prosperity and peace to his people. On the night before the wedding, Elisabeth goes with her maids to a soiree organised by Maximilian, Franz's brother. Maximilian tries to kiss Elisabeth, but she rejects him. The next day, Elisabeth gets an anxiety attack before her wedding; Helene helps her manage it and they bond.
3 3 "The Wedding" Florian Cossen and Katrin Gebbe Katharina Eyssen, Bernd Lange, and Janna Maria Nandzik 29 September 2022
Elisabeth marries Franz and is crowned the empress. Meanwhile, Amalia is suspicious of Leontine due to her mysterious background and unsettling demeanor. Franz's old lover, Louise is also present. The Russians have amassed large numbers at Austria’s Eastern fronts, upsetting the political situation; Franz asks Maximilian to talk to the French ambassador for support against Russia. Franz meets with businessmen for loans for the railway, but the businessmen are more interested in investing in troops. After a confrontation with her overbearing mother and drunk father, she asks them to leave the palace in the morning. Elisabeth has a confrontation with Louise as well. Later, Baron Sina, Louise's partner, provides the funds for the railway to Franz. That night, Franz comes clean about Louise and Elisabeth is insecure about people perceiving her as being silly. They consummate their marriage that night.
4 4 "The Hunt" Florian Cossen and Katrin Gebbe Katharina Eyssen, Bernd Lange, and Janna Maria Nandzik 29 September 2022
After the honeymoon, Esterházy feeds raw eggs and the Placenta of a pregnant woman to Elisabeth to get her pregnant on Sophie's instructions. Sophie and the council push for military action, but instead Franz brings in Grand Duke Alexander of Russia, Nicholas' son, to make peace with Russia, which Sophie doesn't approve, but Elisabeth approves. Elisabeth tries to mend the relationship with Sophie who reciprocates it, but tells that a son should be her highest priority. After talking with the French ambassador, Max goes behind Franz’s back and tries to become the new emperor of Austria with French support. During a hunting trip, Elisabeth upsets Alexander, who thinks Franz is offering peace only to expand into the Russian Empire as they fight France and rejects Franz’s plan. Franz blames Elisabeth and she gets drunk with Maximilian later, which results in a reprimand from Franz who doesn't trust Maximilian. Egon, Leontine’s commoner friend, suspects Leontine’s (whose real name is Ava) loyalties; she says she was wrong about the Empress and the Emperor. Egon asks her to choose – the royalty who will die, or the cause which will rise.
5 5 "The Shoes" Florian Cossen and Katrin Gebbe Katharina Eyssen, Bernd Lange, and Janna Maria Nandzik 29 September 2022
Elisabeth and Leontine bond over a bird calling, while Franz sends his soldiers to the Austrian borders to protect from Russian invasion. Baron Sina cancels the agreement because the Emperor sent sizeable troops to the border. Elisabeth goes to the city with Esterházy and Luziwuzi, but her well-intended gesture at a foundry backfires, resulting in Luziwuzi being injured. Maximilian realizes to get the throne, he needs three things: the supports of the army, the Catholic Church, and that of Sophie. Franz asks Louise to convince Sina to rethink his decision and confronts Elisabeth on ruining the support of the people. Sophie warns Esterházy of dire consequences if Elisabeth doesn't get pregnant soon. Amalia figures out Leontine's identity using Leontine's old photos. Elisabeth can’t sleep and strolls downstairs to find a returning Maximilian from a party in the city who offers to go with her to Prague through a secret tunnel and run away from the royal mess.
6 6 "The God Who Us Has Freedom Sent" Florian Cossen and Katrin Gebbe Katharina Eyssen, Bernd Lange, and Janna Maria Nandzik 29 September 2022
Elisabeth spends her time partying with Maximilian, angry at Franz for not supporting her at the Foundry incident, while Franz is desperate to reconcile with her. Amalia tells Elisabeth about Leontine, but her claims are dismissed. Leontine tells Egon to come through the unguarded door to the east after sunset where he will find a knife; however it is only a ruse. Sophie presents Elisabeth a choice: either to go back to Bayern and annul the wedding with Franz, or, stay and play by their rules which includes reconciling with Franz. Sophie also fires Esterházy for failing her orders and promotes Margarete over her. Maximilian talks to Sophie about the throne; while she doesn't approve the idea, she also doesn't disapprove; however Franz gets angry and asks Maximilian to get out. Elisabeth realises she is pregnant, but after a fight with Franz, decides to go back to Bayern. Revolutionaries approach the palace and Franz has the soldiers shoot and kill them, including Egon. Amalia tells Charlotte about Leontine, who tells Leontine herself; a raged Leontine pushes Amalia from the railing and kills her, which is witnessed by Charlotte. Elisabeth, about to leave, sees the people, opens the gate and walks to them as one of them. She tells them that she is with child and shakes their hands and hugs them, in a sign of royal defiance that brings her closer to the people. Maximilian is apprehended on Franz's orders.
Season 2 (2024)
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7 1 "An Heir to the Throne" Florian Cossen and Katrin Gebbe Katharina Eyssen, Bernd Lange, and Janna Maria Nandzik 22 November 2024
By 1856, Elisabeth has given birth to a girl named Sophie “Fienchen” and is heavily pregnant with her second child. Determined to restore the relationship between herself and her subjects, she organizes a grand event to host foreign delegates. During the ceremony, Adolfo of Lombardy-Venetia presents a cow’s tongue to symbolize his region’s desire for independence. He is subsequently gunned down and killed. Afterward, Minister Boul informs Franz that the Kingdom of Piedmont has been trying to unite all Italian-speaking regions together and end their allegiance to Austria. Maximilian has been in exile and is consumed by depression while Leontine refuses to formalize the romantic relationship between her and the minister Alexander due to her fabricated identity. That same night, Elisabeth unexpectedly goes into labor and delivers another daughter prematurely. The birth is fraught with complications and Elisabeth becomes unconscious.
8 2 "The Dream" Florian Cossen and Katrin Gebbe Katharina Eyssen, Bernd Lange, and Janna Maria Nandzik 22 November 2024
A week later, Elisabeth remains unconscious and has continuous dreams of Adolfo. Concerned for the stability of Europe, Franz summons Maximilian from exile and entrusts him with a crucial mission: to negotiate peace with Napoleon III. Maximilian subsequently sets off for France and encounters Princess Charlotte Marie of Belgium when her train unexpectedly breaks down. The two form a deep connection and fall in love over the course of their shared travels. Napoleon promises to consider Franz’s proposal but secretly harbors ulterior motives. Back in Austria, Elisabeth finally awakens and confides in Franz about her recurring dreams. Franz dismisses them as meaningless. Meanwhile, Sophie emphasizes the importance of having male heirs to strengthen Franz's claim to the throne. Elisabeth has another dream of Adolfo while playing with Fienchen who almost drowns, however Sophie covers up the incident in return for Elisabeth taking sedatives to help her recover. Sophie also steps in to care for both Fienchen and the newborn, whom Franz names Gisela.
9 3 "A Letter From The Empress" Florian Cossen and Katrin Gebbe Katharina Eyssen, Bernd Lange, and Janna Maria Nandzik 22 November 2024
Elisabeth and Franz embark on a royal tour across the empire, but tensions arise when they arrive in Milan. The locals drop their flags and flowers in silent protest, which startles Elisabeth and angers Franz. At the Viceroy’s residence in Milan, Maximilian introduces Princess Marie to Franz and Elisabeth. During dinner, Elisabeth and Maximilian advocate for allowing the people of Milan greater freedoms, such as the right to speak their own language and access education; Franz, however, vehemently opposes the idea. The following morning, Elisabeth and Franz secretly visit Adolfo's family, posing as officials sent by the Empress. They listen to the family’s grievances and promise to relay their concerns to the Empress. The visit profoundly impacts Franz and gives him a new perspective. Later, Franz forgives Maximilian, appointing him as the new Viceroy of Milan and granting his blessing for Maximilian’s marriage to Marie. Motivated by a conversation with Elisabeth, Leontine finally accepts Alexander's proposal. Meanwhile, Sophie bonds with Fienchen and the news of Maximilian’s appointment as Viceroy of Lombardy-Venetia reaches Napoleon, leaving him deeply displeased.
10 4 "The Stars During The Day" Florian Cossen and Katrin Gebbe Katharina Eyssen, Bernd Lange, and Janna Maria Nandzik 22 November 2024
In 1857, Elisabeth and Franz travel to Hungary with Fienchen and Gisela for a visit, despite Sophie's request not to take the children. While they are gone, Sophie becomes deeply troubled by her youngest son Ludwig’s growing infatuation with a young baron. Seeking to put an end to it, she enlists the help of the Cardinal, who forces “Luziwuzi” to kneel in penance and repeatedly repent. Meanwhile, Charlotte discovers that Leontine is pregnant. Alexander receives an unexpected visit from the real Leontine’s father, who reveals the truth about her identity. Confronting Leontine, Alexander issues an ultimatum — she must leave the palace discreetly by the following morning; she complies. Back in Hungary, Fienchen begins suffering from severe stomach pain, vomiting, and diarrhoea. A doctor diagnoses her with Typhoid fever and her condition deteriorates overnight. By morning, she passes away and the family is left in deep mourning.
11 5 "The Forest Inside Us" Florian Cossen and Katrin Gebbe Katharina Eyssen, Bernd Lange, and Janna Maria Nandzik 22 November 2024
At Fienchen's funeral, a grieving Elisabeth lashes out at Franz before retreating to her childhood home in Bayern to grieve. Franz, consumed by his own sorrow, begins to make impulsive decisions, appointing Buol to oversee military operations in Milan, demoting Maximilian, and promoting Colonel Gyulai in his place. Meanwhile, Maximilian and Marie are troubled by their inability to conceive. A visit to the doctor reveals that Maximilian may have become infertile due to complications from past STI infections. Elisabeth receives news that her younger sister, Maria (Mimi), is set to marry the following year, while her elder sister, Helene, has fallen in love with a man of modest means. Franz has refused to grant his blessing for the union. Seeking solace, Elisabeth visits her father, who encourages her to rediscover her strength and purpose. The following morning, Elisabeth’s mother finally breaks through her daughter’s despair, helping her to forgive herself and find the courage to move forward. Reuniting with Franz, Elisabeth persuades him to approve Helene’s marriage, which he does. Meanwhile, Napoleon schemes to manipulate Franz into declaring war on Piedmont, further escalating tensions in the empire.
12 6 "All We Can Do" Florian Cossen and Katrin Gebbe Katharina Eyssen, Bernd Lange, and Janna Maria Nandzik 22 November 2024
By 1858, Elisabeth has given birth to a son named Rudolf and learns from Charlotte that Leontine was pregnant when she left and informs Alexander. Meanwhile, Franz and Sophie devise a plan to marry off Mimi to the Prince of Sicily in order to solidify a vital political alliance. Elisabeth initially opposes the idea, due to Mimi not menstruating, but Sophie tells her the importance of the nuptials for stability. Franz soon discovers that Napoleon has been covertly supplying military weapons to the rebels in Milan, and the gravity of the situation dawns on him — he is now at war with France as well. In response, he takes swift action: he fires Ministers Gyulai and Buol, and demotes Maximilian from his position as Viceroy. Alexander, disillusioned, resigns from his duties and sets off in search of Leontine. As the conflict escalates, with Napoleon ordering the massacre of over 6,000 Austrian soldiers, Elisabeth urges Mimi to accept the political marriage, hoping it will inspire hope in the people. Franz, determined to lead by example, decides to join the soldiers on the front lines. Initially shocked by his decision, Elisabeth ultimately supports him in his resolve. Tensions rise between Franz and Maximilian which culminates in a fierce argument. Maximilian and Marie, unable to reconcile with the changes, leave the palace for good. A heartbroken and angry Sophie blames Elisabeth for Franz’s decision to go to war, but Elisabeth comforts her, telling her the best they can do is hope.
Production
Development
In December 2020, Netflix announced it would start producing a six-part series with the working title The Empress, based on the life of Austrian Empress Elisabeth of Bavaria (nicknamed Sisi). It would be directed by Katrin Gebbe and Florian Cossen, with Bernd Lange and Janna Maria Nandzik writing. Devrim Lingnau and Philip Froissant were announced in the lead roles.[8]

Filming
Filming for the first season began in August 2021 and was completed in January 2022.[9] The series was filmed in German.[3] Netflix subsequently dubbed the series into 14 languages, including English. Subtitles were provided in 32 languages.[3]

Exteriors were filmed at Schloss Weißenstein to represent Schönbrunn Palace

Eyrichshof Castle exteriors were used to represent young Sisi's summer home
The story line takes place primarily in Vienna, though parts of the first episode are set in Bavaria, where the young Elisabeth was living when she met the emperor. Nonetheless, exterior filming was completed in Germany, primarily in Bavaria. For studio work, the production moved to Babelsberg Studio in Potsdam. Location shooting was completed in cities such as Bayreuth, Stein, Bamberg, Dinkelsbühl, Eckersdorf and Aidhausen. Several historical locations were used, including Schloss Weißenstein in Pommersfelden, which stood in for Schönbrunn Palace.[10] Exterior scenes of Sisi's childhood home were filmed at Eyrichshof Castle near Ebern, although the family's summer home was actually the nearby Possenhofen Castle.[11]

After Netflix renewed the series, filming for the second season had started in Prague, Czech Republic by September 2023.[12]

Reception
The Empress debuted at number one following its release on 29 September 2022, with 47.2 million hours watched in four days (29 September to 2 October 2022),[13] becoming Netflix's most-watched non-English language series for over a week.[14] Within 11 days, it was running in approximately 18.7 million homes and was the second most-watched Netflix series worldwide (behind Dahmer – Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story), with 106.6 million hours streamed.[13] It was in the top ten in 79 countries in its first week, and in 88 countries in its second week.[13] Within 18 days, it was streamed for nearly 135 million hours in around 23.6 million homes worldwide.[15]

The Empress is the most successful German original production on Netflix since the 2020 war drama Barbarians.[14] The series had 59.43 million hours watched worldwide from October 3–9, 2022,[16] and it was the seventh most popular non-English series of 2022, with five weeks in the global top 10 and 159,800,000 hours watched from September 25 to October 30.[17]

Soundtrack
The Empress (Soundtrack from the Netflix Series)

Soundtrack album by Johannes Lehniger, Lisa Morgenstern, and Sebastian Damerius
Released September 30, 2022
Genre Soundtrack
Length 48:10
Label Netflix
Track listing
No. Title Length
1. "The Empress Main Title" 0:48
2. "Runaway" 1:55
3. "Carriage Ride" 1:04
4. "Emperor Couple" 1:46
5. "Mother's Voice" 0:59
6. "Elisabeth or No Other" 1:51
7. "Diadem" 1:37
8. "Arrival Vienna" 4:18
9. "So Many Shoes" 1:00
10. "Distress" 2:40
11. "Golden Glass" 5:03
12. "The Wedding" 4:22
13. "To the Ballroom" 1:42
14. "White Curtains" 1:06
15. "Ladies of the Court" 1:58
16. "I Love Only You" 2:43
17. "Burden of the Crown" 2:43
18. "Revealing Secrets" 2:22
19. "That is Not You, Elisabeth" 1:21
20. "Betrayal Within" 1:26
21. "For the People" 2:27
22. "Open the Gate" 2:49
Total length: 48:10
Historical inaccuracies
Elisabeth was stated to have brown eyes. Devrim Lingnau has blue eyes.
Duchess Helene's hair was much darker and Sisi's lighter than shown, which was a major contribution in Franz Joseph's attraction to the latter.
Elisabeth and Franz Joseph's first meeting at Bad Ischl wasn't outdoors, but during tea (with more relatives present than shown).
Sisi and Franz are shown mutually falling in love. In reality, Franz was more in love with Sisi than she was with him.
Franz didn't propose publicly, but had Archduchess Sophie request Ludovika's permission. Nor was his proposal "out of the blue". Sophie had written that Franz had professed his love for Sisi shortly after meeting her.
Franz Joseph's second younger brother, Karl Ludwig, was in love with Elisabeth and wanted to marry her, not Maximilian as shown. During childhood, Karl Ludwig (who's missing from the series) and Elisabeth exchanged letters and gifts.
Sophie was reluctant over Franz and Elisabeth's marriage and often fought with the Empress over the upbringing of her (Elisabeth's) children. However, there is no evidence to support she actually hated Sisi. In reality, Sophie's letters and diaries positively describe her daughter-in-law.
Archduchess Sophie had a strong friendship and a rumored love affair with Napoleon II (her husband's nephew) when she was younger, not Swedish Prince Gustav as shown. Maximilian was allegedly the result of said relationship, not Franz Joseph, although these rumors were deemed dubious.
Franz Joseph and Maximilian had a sour relationship as adults, but there is no evidence that the latter conspired to overthrow his brother as Emperor.
Countess Esterházy wasn’t fired as lady in waiting until much later, after Elisabeth had given birth to her children. The Empress was the one who dismissed her, not Archduchess Sophie. [18]
In the waltz scene featuring composer Johann Strauss II, Franz Joseph and Sisi dance to the 'Emperor Waltz'. This waltz was composed by Strauss in 1889, 35 years after the royal couple married.
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The Empress season 1 was released on Netflix back in 2022, but despite the wait, The Empress season 2 arrived in 2024. A riveting historical drama series, The Empress captivated audiences with its intricate portrayal of royal life, political intrigue, and the complexities of love and duty. Set in the heart of 19th-century Europe, the German-language show meticulously reconstructs the life and challenges of Elisabeth of Austria, known affectionately as Sisi. It beautifully juxtaposes the glittering façade of royalty with the personal struggles of those within the palace walls, offering a nuanced view of a world often idealized.

Season 1 of The Empress concluded with a dramatic finale that left viewers eagerly anticipating more. The season expertly built up the tension and intrigue within the Habsburg court, culminating in a series of events that upended the established order. The finale set the stage for further exploration of Elisabeth’s tumultuous life, particularly focusing on her relationship with Emperor Franz Joseph and her growing disenchantment with the constraints of royalty. The ending, a mix of unresolved conflicts and new beginnings, perfectly positioned The Empress for a thrilling second season.

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A Sparse But Positive Reception For Season 2
Elisabeth (Devrim Lingnau) looking away from Franz (Philip Froissant) in The Empress
Unlike other Netflix series which garner a lot of critical attention, the German-language period drama didn't get a lot of notice from the big reviewers. Nevertheless, The Empress season 2 was well-received by those that did take the time to review it, with Decider giving it the "Stream It" designation. While season 1 scored a healthy 80% on Rotten Tomatoes, the sophomore season hasn't earned a score yet because it lacks sufficient reviews.

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All episodes of The Empress season 2 premiered on November 22, 2024.

The Empress Season 2 Cast
Elisabeth & The Royal Court Returned For Season 2

The Empress' ensemble cast returned for season 2 (via Economic Times), with key actors reprising their roles. Devrim Lingnau continued to portray Empress Elisabeth von Wittelsbach, bringing to life her journey from a young, spirited woman to a more mature, politically savvy empress. Philip Croissant once again stepped into the shoes of Emperor Franz Joseph I of Austria, exploring the complexities of his role as a ruler and husband.

Melika Foroutan was back as Sophie, Archduchess of Austria, and Franz's mother, while Johannes Nussbaum plays Archduke Maximilian, Franz's younger brother. Meanwhile, Almila Bagriacik reprised as Countess Leontine von Apafi and Jördis Triebel also returned as Ludovika, Duchess of Bavaria, Elisabeth's mother. Newcomer Josephine Thiesen played Princess Marie Charlotte of Belgium in season 2, while Christophe Favre was cast as Napoleon III.

The cast of The Empress season 2 includes:

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The Empress Role

Devrim Lingnau

Empress Elisabeth von Wittelsbach

Devrim Lingnau looks behind while at the garden in The Empress
Philip Croissant

Emperor Franz Joseph I

Franz looks on with a slight smile in The Empress
Melika Foroutan

Archduchess Sophie

Melika Foroutan looks on sternly in The Empress
Johannes Nussbaum

Archduke Maximilian

Elisabeth (Devrim Lingnau) with Max (Johannes Nussbaum) in The Empress
Almila Bagriacik

Countess Leontine von Apafi

Almila Bagriacik listens seriously in The Empress
Jördis Triebel

Duchess Ludovika

Jordis Triebel looks up with tears in her eyes in The Empress
Josephine Thiesen

Princess Marie Charlotte

Josephine Thiesen poses in front of a black backdrop
Christophe Favre

Napoleon III

Christophe Favre looks on while leaning on something
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The Empress Season 2 Trailer
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Elisabeth and Franz stand outside the palace while framed through the bars of the fence in The Empress
In anticipation of the show's return, Netflix dropped a teaser for The Empress season 2 that returns viewers to 19th century Vienna. Opening with the titular Empress still recovering from the events of season 1, the teaser then shows strife throughout the empire as violence takes hold. Things are turbulent among the royals as well, as Elisabeth begins to find the people turning on her. The teaser concludes with Elisabeth refusing to stay calm.

The Empress Season 2 Ending & Spoilers
Violence Erupts Throughout The Empire
Elisabeth is angry while the Emperor smiles in The EmpressCustom image by SR staff
Though the show could always diverge from history dramatically, season 2's finale is just set up for even more scintillating costume drama in the future.

Shows like The Empress often feature a complicated storyline that blends history and romance, and season 2 was no exception. The conclusion of season 2 was clearly meant to be a suspenseful cliffhanger, but the historical record offers a clearer picture of what happens to the main characters. Though the show could always diverge from history dramatically, season 2's finale is just set up for even more scintillating costume drama in the future.

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The Empress Season 3 Set Up
The Story Of Sisi Could Go On
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Because The Empress is based on history, The Empress season 3 was clearly established by season 2 because the latter didn't wrap up Elisabeth's story. There are still many important events in her life still to explore, and the Netflix series has been rather cautious about how much history it tackles per season. This not only opens the door for the show to return for season 3, but several more additional seasons as well.

The Empress Season 3: Will It Happen? Everything We Know
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Elisabeth "Sisi" of Bavaria's life changes dramatically when she weds Emperor Franz Joseph and becomes Empress of Austria. Navigating the treacherous waters of the Viennese court, Sisi encounters both grand romance and fierce political maneuvering. As she adapts to her new position, she must assert her individuality and strength to protect her family and her empire.

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The Empress, the acclaimed German series (also known as Die Kaiserin) which first appeared on Netflix in September 2022, has just given viewers a glimpse of their new season. After an extensive period of time spent filming the second season across Europe, in Germany, Bavaria, Czechia and Italy, we've been shown a first look trailer and the eagerly awaited return date for the show has been confirmed. Netflix has provided an updated synopsis for the German period drama series:

“The first crisis is barely over and the young couple wants to enjoy their fresh marital bliss when dark clouds gather over Schönbrunn Palace: Franz (Philip Froissant) unexpectedly faces a powerful adversary in Europe. And Elisabeth (Devrim Lingnau) comes under great pressure, because an heir to the throne is to secure the future of the empire as quickly as possible.

When fate strikes with all its power, the couple’s love threatens to finally break apart. And Elisabeth must fight not only for her family, but also for the integrity of her soul…”

The trailer also gives us a first look at the new cast members confirmed for season 2, including Josephine Thiesen as Princess Marie Charlotte of Belgium and Christoph Favre as Napoleon III, who join the returning Froissant, Lingnau, Johannes Nussbaum, Almila Bagriacik, Runa Greiner, and Alexander Finkenwirth.

Is 'The Empress' Worth Watching?

It's safe to say it's worth your time. Collider's Maggie Lovitt absolutely adored the series. In her glowing 9/10 review of the first season, she described it as a "magnificently crafted" program.

Fans of historical dramas will want to make time for The Empress, as its first season is truly a magnificently crafted program. It pays great respect to the memory of Elisabeth and Franz, while crafting a bingeworthy series that easily sweeps its audience up in the drama and grandeur of a tumultuous period in history. The series does a decent job of laying out the key points of tension between its cast of characters, ensuring that audiences both intimately familiar with the Habsburgs and those searching for their new favorite historical drama will enjoy their journey into 19th century Austria. Elisabeth’s humanity and empathy are the centerfold of The Empress, presenting her as a character—and real-life figure—that audiences can easily relate to as she is forced into a world she only just understands.

Season 2 of The Empress will premiere on Netflix on November 22nd. Check out the new trailer above.

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The trailer for The Empress season 2 welcomes back Netflix's award-winning historical series. From creator Katharina Eyssen, the six-episode German drama is based on the life of Empress Elisabeth of Austria, with Devrim Lingnau in the title role and Philip Froissant as Emperor Franz Joseph. The series follows the Bavarian princess turned Austrian who struggles to adjust to what she feels is a stifling life in the Habsburg royal court, after marrying the Emperor. It won the International Emmy Drama Series award in 2023, becoming one of Netflix's most popular international titles during its year, so expectations are high for The Empress season 2.

Netflix has released the trailer for The Empress season 2, confirming that new episodes will be released on November 22.

The trailer serves as a reintroduction to Elisabeth von Wittelsbach. Though the preview begins with the royal in bed, being nursed back to health, there are clearly other factors at play. Potential enemies loom, as well as romances, while Elisabeth pushes back against what is expected of her.

The Empress Season 2 Release Date Means There's Still Time To Catch Up
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The new episodes will follow the aftermath of the season 1 finale, where Elisabeth reveals her pregnancy to the common folk and the consequences of her not leaving court. The trailer indicates more trouble for the titular protagonist, given how the royals have tried to control her due to her unconventional behavior. However, it's unclear how the series will tackle her relationship with the Emperor and if there will be any reconciliation. The previews also reveal her playing with her daughter, although it's unclear if this implies a dream or that the series will cover a much larger timeline.

With the November release date still months away, curious subscribers still have time to catch up.

The Empress season 2 cast includes Melika Foroutan (Sophie), Johannes Nussbaum (Archduke Maximilian), Almila Bagriacik (Court Lady Leontine), Runa Greiner (Court Lady Charlotte) and Alexander Finkenwirth (Alexander von Bach). Josephine Thiesen and Christophe Favre Napoleon III are new additions, portraying Princess Marie Charlotte of Belgium and Napoleon III, respectively.

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Executive-produced by Katharina Eyssen and Robert Eyssen, the new installment comes after the positive audience response to the first six episodes. On Rotten Tomatoes, season 1 has a favorable rating of 83% based on more than 250 user reviews. With the November release date still months away, curious subscribers still have time to catch up.

Our Take On The Empress
It's A More Serious Corset Drama Worth Watching
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As someone who has watched the series, I am glad the hiatus is finally over. I'm curious what season 2 has in store for Elisabeth and Franz, as their romance remains the centerpiece of this series. For those looking for shows like The Empress, it's not near the same tone as Netflix's other period drama Bridgerton. The German series has a more striking and serious tone since Elisabeth's journey provides some balance and variety. Still, it has some of the best elements of a historical Netflix series with the steamy romance, conflict, and the period setting.

Source: Netflix, Rotten Tomatoes

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