The BEST episodes of The Empress (2022) season 1

Every episode of The Empress (2022) season 1, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of The Empress (2022) season 1!

When rebellious Elisabeth falls for Emperor Franz and becomes his unlikely bride, she enters a world of tension and intrigue at the Viennese court.

Last Updated: 12/20/2024Network: NetflixStatus: Ended
The God Who Us Has Freedom Sent
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7.91
114 votes

#1 - The God Who Us Has Freedom Sent

Season 1 - Episode 6 - Aired 9/29/2022

Elisabeth spends her time partying with Maximilian while Franz is desperate to reconcile with her. Leontine gets herself into a precarious situation

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One's Place In The World
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7.51
140 votes

#2 - One's Place In The World

Season 1 - Episode 1 - Aired 9/29/2022

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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The Wedding
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7.49
119 votes

#3 - The Wedding

Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 9/29/2022

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.

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The Hunt
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7.43
111 votes

#4 - The Hunt

Season 1 - Episode 4 - Aired 9/29/2022

Sophie and the council push for military action, but Franz refuses to engage. Elisabeth upsets the czar's son, leading to severe political consequences

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The Arrival
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7.38
120 votes

#5 - The Arrival

Season 1 - Episode 2 - Aired 9/29/2022

Elisabeth arrives in Vienna for her wedding. Soon enough she faces palace intrigue while Franz attempts to protect his country from going to war.

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The Shoes
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7.36
105 votes

#6 - The Shoes

Season 1 - Episode 5 - Aired 9/29/2022

Maximilian gathers support for an evil plan while Elisabeth's well-intended gesture backfires, leading her to befriend the dubious maid, Leontine.

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