The WORST episodes of The Empress (2022)

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

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 Shoes
star
7.36
105 votes

#1 - 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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The Arrival
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7.38
120 votes

#2 - 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 Hunt
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7.43
111 votes

#3 - 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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An Heir to the Throne
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7.46
39 votes

#4 - An Heir to the Throne

Season 2 - Episode 1 - Aired 11/22/2024

Pregnant with her second child, Elisabeth is under pressure to provide a male heir to the throne. An incident occurs during a state visit.

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The Wedding
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7.49
119 votes

#5 - 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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One's Place In The World
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7.51
140 votes

#6 - 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 Dream
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7.64
33 votes

#7 - The Dream

Season 2 - Episode 2 - Aired 11/22/2024

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.

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The Forest Inside of Us
star
7.77
31 votes

#8 - The Forest Inside of Us

Season 2 - Episode 5 - Aired 11/22/2024

Seeking an escape, Elisabeth retreats to her family in Bavaria. Sophie seizes the moment to procure a better match for Franz.

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The Stars During the Day
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7.81
31 votes

#9 - The Stars During the Day

Season 2 - Episode 4 - Aired 11/22/2024

As Leontine asks Alexander to abscond together, he makes a shocking discovery. A visit to Hungary brings tragedy to Franz and Elisabeth.

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The God Who Us Has Freedom Sent
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7.91
114 votes

#10 - 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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All We Can Do
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7.92
26 votes

#11 - All We Can Do

Season 2 - Episode 6 - Aired 11/22/2024

As the Austrian Empire plunges into war, Elisabeth fights to keep her family together. Sophie discovers the consequences of her actions.

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A Letter from the Empress
star
8.00
27 votes

#12 - A Letter from the Empress

Season 2 - Episode 3 - Aired 11/22/2024

Elisabeth embarks on a charm offensive across Lombardy-Venetia. Franz gives Maximilian an opportunity to prove his loyalty.

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