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The Best Episodes of The Empress

Every episode of The Empress ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of The Empress!

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

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    The Empress Season 1 Episode 6 - The God Who Us Has Freedom Sent
    8.4/10(624 votes)

    #1 - The God Who Us Has Freedom Sent

    S1:E6

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

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. The Empress Season 2 Episode 4 - The Stars During the Day
    8.2/10(264 votes)

    #2 - The Stars During the Day

    S2:E4

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

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. The Empress Season 2 Episode 6 - All We Can Do
    8.2/10(272 votes)

    #3 - All We Can Do

    S2:E6

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

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. The Empress Season 1 Episode 5 - The Shoes
    8.1/10(499 votes)

    #4 - The Shoes

    S1:E5

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

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. The Empress Season 2 Episode 3 - A Letter from the Empress
    8.0/10(245 votes)

    #5 - A Letter from the Empress

    S2:E3

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

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. The Empress Season 2 Episode 1 - An Heir to the Throne
    7.9/10(290 votes)

    #6 - An Heir to the Throne

    S2:E1

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

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. The Empress Season 2 Episode 5 - The Forest Inside of Us
    7.9/10(236 votes)

    #7 - The Forest Inside of Us

    S2:E5

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

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. The Empress Season 1 Episode 4 - The Hunt
    7.8/10(492 votes)

    #8 - The Hunt

    S1:E4

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

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. The Empress Season 1 Episode 1 - One's Place in the World
    7.7/10(679 votes)

    #9 - One's Place in the World

    S1:E1

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. The Empress Season 1 Episode 2 - The Arrival
    7.7/10(567 votes)

    #10 - The Arrival

    S1:E2

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

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. The Empress Season 1 Episode 3 - The Wedding
    7.7/10(544 votes)

    #11 - The Wedding

    S1:E3

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. The Empress Season 2 Episode 2 - The Dream
    7.7/10(256 votes)

    #12 - The Dream

    S2:E2

    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.

    Director:Unknown
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Best Episodes Summary

"The God Who Us Has Freedom Sent" is the best rated episode of "The Empress". It scored 8.4/10 based on 624 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 9/29/2022. This episode scored 0.2 points higher than the second highest rated, "The Stars During the Day".