(VIDEO) Netflix’s ‘His & Hers’ Limited Series Tops Charts with Twisty Murder Mystery

Netflix’s psychological thriller limited series “His & Hers” has surged to the top of streaming charts since its Jan. 8, 2026, premiere, captivating audiences with its unreliable narrators, multiple twists and intense performances from leads Tessa Thompson and Jon Bernthal.

The six-episode series, an adaptation of Alice Feeney’s 2020 bestselling novel of the same name, follows estranged spouses Anna Andrews (Thompson), a once-prominent Atlanta news anchor returning to her small Georgia hometown of Dahlonega, and Jack Harper (Bernthal), the lead detective on a high-profile murder case. As Anna covers the story for her struggling career comeback, she and Jack each suspect the other of involvement in the killing of a wealthy local woman, leading to a tense battle of wits amid buried secrets from their shared past.

All episodes dropped simultaneously on Netflix, allowing viewers to binge the slow-burn suspense that builds to a shocking finale. The official trailer, released Dec. 11, 2025, teased the core conflict with the tagline “Two sides. One truth,” highlighting heated confrontations and the question of who is lying. Netflix promoted the series as a seductive mind game exploring trust, betrayal and small-town secrets.

Supporting cast includes Pablo Schreiber, Rebecca Rittenhouse as ambitious coworker Lexy Jones, Sunita Mani, Marin Ireland, Crystal Fox and Poppy Liu, adding layers to the ensemble of suspects and allies. Created by William Oldroyd (“Lady Macbeth”) and showrun by Dee Johnson (“ER”), the production emphasizes atmospheric tension in the sweltering Georgia setting.

Viewership has been explosive: Nielsen data for Jan. 12-18, 2026, showed “His & Hers” leading with 2.24 billion viewing minutes, dethroning “Stranger Things” from its seven-week No. 1 run. The series claimed the top spot on Netflix’s English TV list with 29.5 million views in its debut week, drawing praise for its bingeable pacing and star power.

Critics have offered mixed but engaged responses. Rotten Tomatoes gives it a 69% Tomatometer score based on reviews, with a 62% Popcornmeter from audiences. Some outlets hailed the chemistry between Thompson and Bernthal and the addictive twists, while others critiqued plot holes, overreliance on melodrama and handling of heavy themes like sexual assault and bullying. RogerEbert.com called it frustrating yet indicative of the thriller miniseries boom, while fans on social media and Reddit lauded it as a “wild ride” perfect for one-sitting viewing.

Thompson, who also executive produces, brings emotional depth to Anna’s unraveling life, while Bernthal’s intense portrayal of the rogue detective adds grit. The adaptation stays faithful to Feeney’s novel, preserving its unreliable perspectives and final revelations.
As a limited series, “His & Hers” concludes its story in one season, though its success has sparked discussions about potential anthology-style follow-ups in the thriller space. Netflix continues to invest heavily in book-to-screen adaptations, with “His & Hers” joining recent hits in the genre.

Fans can stream all six episodes exclusively on Netflix, rated TV-MA for mature themes, violence and language. With ongoing buzz nearly six weeks post-premiere, the series remains a dominant conversation piece in streaming entertainment.