Stronger than Arcana! This German series is number 1 on Netflix, to everyone’s surprise

Finish clapping for Arcane, the animated series derived from League of Legends. Netflix released the last three episodes of season 2 online last Saturday, and its ending did not leave anyone indifferent. But despite the success and prestige of this anime, which is considered one of the best of all time, it was quickly overtaken by Empress.

The German series, which returned after a two-year absence, was a success, reaching the top of the weekly charts. This Monday in France and 14 other countries. And all this without much promotion.

Proof that Netflix subscribers still love historical programs, and that they especially like the character of Elisabeth von Wittelsbach, alias Sissi (played here by Devrim Lingnau), whose story has been adapted several times for film and television.

A successful bet for Netflix

What’s interesting about The Empress is that Netflix made it a mini-series when it came out two years ago. But due to the enthusiasm and positive feedback from the viewers, the platform decided to offer it a 2nd season which is finally available. And if subscribers like these 6 new episodes as much, the writers are working on a 3rd season soon…

Especially since season 2 covers a very small part of the life of Sisi and her husband Franz (Philippe Frosan). Although the royal couple suffered the death of one of their children, the country plunged into the inevitable war, forcing Franz to leave the palace at the head of his troops… a rather dark and modern take on the monarch’s story, which takes some liberties, but which is a far cry from Romy Schneider’s fictional version .