Archduke Johann falls in love with Anna Plochl, the postmaster's daughter. Johann and his royal arranged bride both decline a dynastic alliance advised by minister Metternich in favor of their loves.
| Actor | Role |
|---|---|
 Tobias MorettiArchduke Johann | Archduke Johann |
 Anna Maria MüheAnna Plochl | Anna Plochl |
 Peter SimonischekVater | Vater |
 Gertraud JessererLady von Palffy-Batany | Lady von Palffy-Batany |
 Aglaia SzyszkowitzDorothea von Lieven | Dorothea von Lieven |
 Julia StembergerEmpress Caroline Auguste | Empress Caroline Auguste |
 Hubert von GoisernPaul Adler | Paul Adler |
 Max von ThunJohann Zahlbruckner | Johann Zahlbruckner |