The WORST episodes of The Empress
Every episode of The Empress ever, ranked from worst to best by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The worst episodes of 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.
#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.
#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.
#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
#4 - 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.
#5 - 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.
#6 - 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