“This show casts a clever yet unexpected lens on what it means to be queen or an Empress in a country during the 1740s, where no one accepts you.” The Communicator · 2 years ago

: It is known for its fast-paced, witty dialogue, extravagant costumes, and often crude or dark humor. Reviewer Perspectives

“It’s hilarious and entertaining and the characters are likeable, hateable, and pitiable all at once... underneath all the ridiculousness there’s still a story, albeit not a true one, that is appalling and touching at the same time.” IMDb Critical Reception

: The series focuses on the rise of Catherine the Great (Elle Fanning) from an outsider to the longest-reigning female ruler in Russian history after marrying Emperor Peter III (Nicholas Hoult).

: Nicholas Hoult and Elle Fanning received high praise and Emmy nominations for their portrayals of Peter and Catherine.