Season 3

Traumatized by battlefield losses, Franz returns from the war a changed man. Elisabeth strives to help him but finds opposition at every turn.

An unexpected demand threatens the armistice signing. As Elisabeth goes to recuperate by the seaside, a chance encounter puts her on a new mission.

Elisabeth returns to reaffirm her bond with Franz, even as their hearts find solace elsewhere. Maximilian sees an opportunity to fulfill his ambitions.

The Prussian threat casts a long shadow over the empire. Elisabeth grows suspicious of Franz's continued absence, leading to a confession.

Franz is forced to fight another war. Maximilian deals with increasing challenges to his rule. The Hungarian negotiations turn personal for Elisabeth.

As Franz struggles to overcome an emotional wound, Elisabeth weighs her drive to shape her destiny against what she believes is right for the empire.