Nicholas and Alexandra

Tsarina Alexandra Feodorovna gives birth to her fifth child, a son named Alexei. This joyous occasion is overshadowed by the ongoing Russo-Japanese War, which presents significant challenges for the Romanov dynasty.

Despite urgent appeals from Grand Duke Nicholas and Count Sergei Witte to end the Russo-Japanese War and consider constitutional reforms, Tsar Nicholas II refuses. His insistence on maintaining the status quo fuels public dissatisfaction and unrest in Russia.

Growing discontent leads thousands of workers to march to the Winter Palace, seeking political representation. The peaceful protest escalates tragically when soldiers open fire on the crowd, resulting in numerous deaths, which incites further revolutionary fervor.

During an extravagant gala, Tsarina Alexandra meets Grigori Rasputin, a self-proclaimed holy man. She turns to him for spiritual guidance, particularly concerning her son Alexei's hemophilia, inadvertently entwining him with the royal family.

Over time, the close relationship between the Romanovs and Rasputin, along with his controversial contributions, ridicules the monarchy. Alexandra takes a strong stance against his dismissal, firmly believing in his powers as the family's protector.

The Romanovs celebrate their Tercentenary with opulence, parading through Imperial Russia. However, the festivities are marred by the assassination of Prime Minister Stolypin, prompting Nicholas to execute the assailants to quell public dissent.

While at the Spała Hunting Lodge, Alexei suffers a severe bleeding episode, raising fears for his life. Alexandra seeks Rasputin's assistance once more, following his advice to keep Alexei undisturbed, and the boy thankfully recovers.

Following the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand, Tsar Nicholas orders the mobilization of the Imperial Army against Austria-Hungary. This decision marks the beginning of Russia’s entry into a deeper conflict; however, Nicholas is soon caught off guard by escalating war declarations.

As Russia faces losses on the Eastern Front, Alexandra persuades Nicholas to take command of the troops. Leaving Grand Duke Nicholas behind to manage affairs, this decision exposes the empire to public scrutiny and criticism.

With Nicholas away, Alexandra becomes the nominal leader but faces mounting challenges. Her unpopular decisions, compounded by rumors of Rasputin’s influence, damage her reputation and stoke public outrage.

After a series of crises, Rasputin is assassinated by nobles seeking to save the monarchy from his perceived harmful influence. However, this act does not restore stability, and revolts erupt in St. Petersburg against Alexandra's rule.

As chaos unfolds, Nicholas is forced to abdicate while trying to return to Tsarskoye Selo. His abdication marks the end of the Romanov dynasty's rule in Russia, thrusting the country into political uncertainty.

The provisional government, led by Alexander Kerensky, exiles the royal family to Siberia as no allies offer refuge. This exile signifies the complete fall of the monarchy as civil unrest grows throughout the nation.

Following the Bolshevik Revolution, the provisional government collapses, leading to civil war in Russia. The royal family, now a target, faces imminent danger as the Bolsheviks intend to bring them back for trial.

In a dark turn of events, the royal family is transported to Yekaterinburg where they are held under harsh conditions. In the dead of night, they are taken to a cellar and executed, ending the Romanov lineage.