: Joseph II arrives at Versailles with the primary goal of resolving the couple's inability to consummate their marriage, which has lasted seven years and fueled public mockery.
: Unlike the rigid court officials, Joseph uses a more direct and sometimes blunt approach to address the King’s physical and psychological hurdles.
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: Feeling hopeless about her marriage and potential divorce, Antoinette retreats into a night of debauchery with her inner circle, including the Duchesse de Polignac , unaware that some of her "friends" are being paid to spy on her. Technical Details (FRENCH HDTV) Original Air Date : April 23, 2023 (US/PBS release). Runtime : Approximately 51 minutes.
In the sixth episode of the historical drama Marie Antoinette , titled the arrival of the Queen's brother, Joseph II , Holy Roman Emperor, marks a turning point as he attempts to save the royal marriage and the Franco-Austrian alliance. Episode Overview: " Deus Ex Machina "
: Amidst court tensions, Antoinette and Joseph travel to Paris to attend an opera by Saint-Georges. Joseph is struck by how much the common people adore his sister, contrasting with her isolation at Versailles.