His and hers book adaptation now streaming on Netflix with Tessa Thompson

Tessa Thompson stars in Netflix’s newest psychological thriller that just dropped January 8. His and Hers is a six-part murder mystery that flips the script on relationships and suspicion. The twist? Two estranged spouses suspect each other in a shocking small-town killing.

A Reporter and Detective Torn Apart by Murder

Anna Andrews, played by Thompson, is a news anchor working for WSK TV News in Atlanta. When a brutal murder happens in her hometown, she reluctantly covers the case. The problem? Her estranged husband Jack Harper, portrayed by Jon Bernthal, is now a detective investigating the crime. The two haven’t been together in years, but suddenly they’re forced into a twisted investigation.

As bodies pile up in Dahlonega, suspicion grows. Jack suspects Anna‘s involvement, while she grows increasingly convinced he’s involved. The series expertly builds tension around a core question: can you trust the one person closest to you? Netflix built the six episodes to keep viewers guessing until the shocking finale.

From Bestselling Book to Streaming Adaptation

Alice Feeney’s acclaimed 2020 novel gets a fresh makeover for the small screen. The book follows similar murder mystery beats, but the adaptation makes significant changes. In the original novel, Anna and Jack are divorced, living in a quintessential British village called Blackdown. The streaming version moves the action to the American South, setting them in Georgia and keeping them married but estranged.

The creative team transformed the story while keeping its core psychological tension intact. Jessica Chastain serves as executive producer, alongside Thompson. This marks the first of three Alice Feeney adaptations planned for Netflix following Sometimes I Lie and Rock Paper Scissors. The novels have captivated millions of readers worldwide.

Cast Chemistry and Compelling Characters

Tessa Thompson brings intelligence and vulnerability to Anna, a woman caught between her career ambitions and personal devastation. Jon Bernthal grounds the series with his portrayal of Jack Harper, a detective haunted by his failed marriage. The chemistry between the leads crackles with tension and pain, making every scene between them electric.

Character	Actor	Role
Anna Andrews	Tessa Thompson	News reporter
Jack Harper	Jon Bernthal	Detective
Richard Jones	Pablo Schreiber	Cameraman
Zoe Harper	Marin Ireland	Jack’s sister

Pablo Schreiber plays Richard, Anna’s cameraman and a key player in the mystery. Marin Ireland steals scenes as Zoe, Jack’s sharp-tongued sister. Crystal Fox, Sunita Mani, and Rebecca Rittenhouse round out an ensemble cast that elevates every twisted revelation.

“This six-part adaptation of the bestselling 2020 novel about a murder investigation is twisty, absurd and bingeable.”

— The Guardian, TV Review

Why Your Friends Are Already Binge-Watching

The series grabs attention immediately with its shocking premise. Two people who once loved each other now appear enemies in a murder investigation. Early viewers praise the twisty plot that refuses to follow predictable paths. The six episodes move at a brisk pace, delivering cliffhangers that demand immediate viewing of the next installment.

Netflix positioned His and Hers as January’s must-watch thriller, and audiences responded. Fans comparing it to other psychological mysteries note the superior character development and surprising turns. The mystery keeps viewers guessing who is telling the truth and who is hiding dark secrets.

Will There Be More Stories from Alice Feeney?

Netflix has already greenlit adaptations of Feeney’s other bestselling novels, signaling confidence in bringing her work to screen. His and Hers serves as a test run for this ambitious plan. If audience reception continues strong, fans can expect Sometimes I Lie and Rock Paper Scissors to arrive on the platform soon.

The adaptation’s success depends on word-of-mouth and streaming numbers, both tracking positively. Tessa Thompson’s star power combined with Feeney’s twisted storytelling creates compelling television. Could this become Netflix’s next franchise of psychological thrillers? The answer may arrive in the coming weeks as viewing data rolls in.

Sources

• Netflix – Official platform premiere and cast information for His and Hers
• The Guardian – Critical review and analysis of the six-part thriller adaptation
• IMDB – Audience ratings, cast listings, and viewer response data