Continuation of the fate of the great empress, begun in the 1st season "Catherine". The first season was dedicated to her path to the throne and the transformation of the princess of Anhalt-Zerbst into the autocratic ruler of a huge state. The new season will unfold further events of the turbulent, fateful years for Russia.

Spring 1774, Catherine's reign was under threat from four sides at once. There is a war with Turkey, which can turn into either a successful peace or a crushing defeat for Russia. Princess Tarakanova, the self-proclaimed daughter of Elizabeth Petrovna, appears in Paris, Yemelyan Pugachev's rebellion flares up in Russia, a conspiracy is brewing in the palace - Catherine's enemy in the battle for the throne may be her own son, daughter-in-law or former favorite. The crown of the Russian Empire is in danger...