Netflix's new series 'His & Hers' proves there are always two sides - and it’s brilliant

Reel Perspectives

January 10, 2026

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The new gripping limited series streaming now on Netflix is already one of the best murder mysteries of the new year, with a surprise ending that is quite literally jaw-dropping.

Adapted from Alice Feeney's 2020 novel of the same name, the series, which premiered on January 8 with all six episodes, stars Tessa Thompson and John Bernthal as two estranged spouses - one a detective, the other a news reporter - who both team up together to solve a murder in which each believes the other is a prime suspect.

Set in the sweltering heat of Atlanta, Anna lives in haunting reclusivity, fading away from her friends and career as a news anchor. But when she overhears about a murder in Dahlonega – the sleepy town where she grew up – Anna is snapped back to life, pouncing on the case and searching for answers. Detective Jack Harper is strangely suspicious of her involvement, chasing her into the crosshairs of his own investigation. There are two sides to every story: HIS & HERS, which means someone is always lying.

His & Hers is a sleek, emotionally charged psychological thriller that proves how powerful a mystery can be when it's rooted in character rather than spectacle. Anchored by commanding performances from Tessa Thompson and Jon Bernthal, the Netflix limited series transforms a small-town murder into a deeply personal exploration of truth, trauma, and fractured intimacy.

The story follows Anna Andrews (Thompson), a once-prominent journalist who has withdrawn from public life after a devastating loss. When a former classmate is brutally murdered in her Georgia hometown, Anna returns to cover the case — a decision that forces her into close proximity with Jack Harper (Bernthal), her estranged husband and the lead detective investigating the crime. From the outset, the case feels uncomfortably close, and the series wastes no time making it clear that everyone involved is hiding something.

What sets His & Hers apart is its careful balance between suspense and emotional depth. The murder mystery unfolds through shifting perspectives, flashbacks, and unreliable memories, keeping viewers constantly questioning not only who committed the crime, but whose version of events can be trusted. The tension is as much psychological as it is procedural, driven by the unresolved pain and resentment between Anna and Jack.

Thompson delivers a layered performance, portraying Anna as both fiercely intelligent and visibly wounded — a woman whose pursuit of the truth may be fueled as much by guilt and grief as by professional instinct.

Bernthal brings his signature intensity to Jack, grounding the series with a raw, restrained portrayal of a man torn between duty, love, and suspicion. Together, they create a volatile dynamic that gives the show its emotional pulse.

Visually and tonally, His & Hers leans into a moody, atmospheric style that complements its themes. The quiet menace of the small town, the slow drip of revelations, and the constant sense that the past is closing in all contribute to a story that feels immersive and unsettling in the best way.

Rounding out the cast for the series are Pablo Schreiber, Marin Ireland, Sunita Mani, Rebecca Rittenhouse, Crystal Fox, Chris Bauer, and Poppy Liu.

Ultimately, His & Hers is about more than solving a murder. It's about the stories we tell ourselves to survive, the secrets we carry into relationships, and how easily truth can fracture when viewed from different angles. Smart, tense, and deeply human, the series rewards patient viewers with a haunting, thought-provoking ride that lingers long after the final episode.

His and Hers is streaming now on Netflix.