'The Empress' chronicles the life of Elisabeth 'Sisi' von Wittelsbach (Devrim Lingnau), a free-spirited Bavarian duchess who unexpectedly captures the heart of Emperor Franz Joseph of Austria (Philip Froissant). Their passionate romance leads to a marriage that thrusts Sisi into the opulent yet treacherous world of the Viennese court, where she must navigate political intrigue, familial tensions, and the weight of imperial expectations. This lavish historical drama offers a fresh perspective on one of Austria's most iconic figures.