Netflix's His & Hers Review: A Twisty Thriller That Wants to Have It Both Ways
- Je-Ree
- 2 days ago
- 3 min read
Netflix loves a buzzy psychological thriller and His & Hers arrives already primed for discourse. Adapted from Alice Feeney’s bestselling novel, the limited series leans hard into moody atmospherics, fractured relationships and a central mystery that insists everyone is lying, especially the people who claim to love each other. It’s the kind of show that begs you to click Next Episode, debated in group chats and dissected online, which makes a His & Hers feel not only timely but necessary.
Set against a bleak, rain-soaked backdrop His & Hers centers on a married couple pulled into the same murder investigation from very different angles. Tessa Thompson's Anna is a journalist with a complicated past and a knack for asking the wrong questions. Jon Berthal's Jack is a detective whose professional instincts clash with his personal blind spots. Together, they’re proof that sharing a last name and a bed does not mean sharing the same version of the truth.
From the opening episode, His & Hers signals its intentions. This is not a cozy whodunit. It’s a slow-burn psychological thriller that thrives on discomfort, simmering resentment and the creeping realization that everyone has something to hide. Netflix clearly positions the series as elevated drama, complete with prestige casting, a muted color palette and a narrative structure that toggles between perspectives. The “his” and “hers” framing isn’t just a title gimmick; it’s the engine driving the story’s tension.
What works best in His & Hers is its commitment to mood. The series understands the power of silence, lingering looks and scenes that let unease fester rather than rushing to the next plot twist. There’s a deliberate pace here that will reward patient viewers, even as it tests the patience of anyone hoping for nonstop shocks. The marriage (between Anna and Jack) at the center of the story feels authentically strained, shaped by years of unspoken compromises and buried secrets. It’s messy in a way that feels intentional, not manufactured.
Performance-wise, the cast does a lot of heavy lifting. Tessa Thompson and Jon Bernthal bring a grounded intensity that keeps the show from tipping into melodrama, even when the writing flirts with it. Their chemistry sells the idea of a couple bound together by history but divided by perspective. Supporting characters add texture, though some are clearly designed more as narrative tools than fully realized people. That’s not unusual for a Netflix thriller, but it’s noticeable here.
Where His & Hers starts to wobble is in its plotting. The mystery itself is compelling, but not always airtight. Certain revelations feel telegraphed well in advance, while others arrive with a shrug rather than a gasp. The series wants to surprise you and sometimes it succeeds, but other times it relies on withholding information rather than genuinely clever misdirection. Viewers familiar with the genre may find themselves one step ahead more often than the show would like.
Still, His & Hers earns points for ambition. It’s interested in more than just solving a crime; it’s about how narratives are shaped, who controls them and how easily truth becomes subjective when filtered through personal trauma and professional ambition. That thematic layer gives the series weight, even when the mechanics don’t fully hold together.
The ending is likely to be the most divisive element. Some will applaud its boldness and commitment to its central ideas. Others will argue it prioritizes shock over satisfaction. Either way, it’s an ending that invites conversation and Netflix knows exactly what it’s doing there.
Ultimately, His & Hers fits neatly into the streamer’s growing library of glossy, conversation-starting thrillers. It’s not a flawless series, but it’s an engaging one, buoyed by strong performances and a clear sense of identity. For viewers who enjoy dark mysteries, morally complicated characters and a side of marital dysfunction with their crime drama, His & Hers is worth the watch.
Whether you end up loving it or side-eyeing its choices, His & Hers understands the assignment: keep you watching, keep you guessing and keep you talking. And in the crowded Netflix landscape, that might be the biggest win of all.
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