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Sisi: Austrian Empress

Episode 1

Despite the birth of the long-awaited heir to the throne, there is no rejoicing. Bismarck wants Austria out of the Federation, even if it means war. Franz’s only hope is to seek help from his past foe, Napoleon. Can he be won over?

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Episode 6

Sisi must prepare for the worst. The future of the Austrian Empire hangs by a thread.

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Episode 5

Will Franz and Andrassy fight side by side or face each other as enemies?

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Episode 4

Sisi and Andrassy try to escape. Franz falls back into old patterns.

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