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The Best Episodes of The Strauss Family

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The Strauss Family is a British seven-part miniseries produced by Associated Television about 19th century Vienna's Strauss family: Johann I and his sons Johann II, Eduard, and Josef.

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    The Strauss Family Season 1 Episode 3 - Schanni
    8.0/10(13 votes)

    #1 - Schanni

    S1:E3

    Rivalry between father and son sparks, as young Johann challenges his father's reputation as "Waltz King" of Vienna.

    Director:David Giles
    Writer:Anthony Skene

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  2. The Strauss Family Season 1 Episode 8 - Adele
    7.8/10(9 votes)

    #2 - Adele

    S1:E8

    Romance with a younger woman spells possible scandal for Johann.

    Director:David Reid
    Writer:David Butler

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  3. The Strauss Family Season 1 Episode 5 - Josef
    7.6/10(10 votes)

    #3 - Josef

    S1:E5

    Broken health and a broken heart befall Johann I.

    Director:David Giles
    Writer:David Butler

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  4. The Strauss Family Season 1 Episode 6 - Hetti
    7.6/10(11 votes)

    #4 - Hetti

    S1:E6

    Family deaths overshadow Johann II's musical success.

    Director:David Giles
    Writer:David Butler

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  5. The Strauss Family Season 1 Episode 2 - Emilie
    7.4/10(14 votes)

    #5 - Emilie

    S1:E2

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    Director:David Giles
    Writer:David Reid

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  6. The Strauss Family Season 1 Episode 7 - Lili
    7.4/10(10 votes)

    #6 - Lili

    S1:E7

    Johann's wife dies, his mistress leaves, and his new bride proves less than enamoured.

    Director:David Giles
    Writer:David Butler

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  7. The Strauss Family Season 1 Episode 1 - Anna
    7.2/10(15 votes)

    #7 - Anna

    S1:E1

    Johann I forsakes his wife Anna, who in turn occupies herself with young Johann's career.

    Director:David Giles
    Writer:Anthony Skene

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  8. The Strauss Family Season 1 Episode 4 - Revolution
    7.1/10(12 votes)

    #8 - Revolution

    S1:E4

    Austria's 1848 revolution causes split loyalties: elder Johann sides with the Hapsburgs, but his sons support the rebel forces.

    Director:Peter Potter
    Writer:Anthony Skene

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Best Episodes Summary

"Schanni" is the best rated episode of "The Strauss Family". It scored 8/10 based on 13 votes. Directed by David Giles and written by Anthony Skene, it aired on 11/21/1972. This episode scored 0.2 points higher than the second highest rated, "Adele".