Netflix's limited series 'His & Hers' stars Tessa Thompson and Jon Bernthal in a gripping adaptation of Alice Feeney's novel, blending revenge and deceit in a murder investigation. Directed by William Oldroyd, the six-episode show unfolds with shocking twists that challenge viewers' assumptions. Critics praise its unhinged narrative and strong performances.
Netflix's 'His & Hers' begins with a grim discovery in the woods near Dahlonega, Georgia, where a dead woman named Rachel, played by Jamie Tisdale, is found sprawled on the hood of a cherry red sports car amid relentless rain that washes away evidence. In Atlanta, sidelined news anchor Anna, portrayed by Tessa Thompson, emerges from a year of self-imposed isolation in her disheveled luxury apartment, determined to reclaim her career after spotting a billboard of her replacement, Lexy Jones (Rebecca Rittenhouse).
Anna convinces her boss to let her cover the case as a field reporter, arriving in her hometown with cameraman Richard (Pablo Schreiber), who is Lexy's husband. Meanwhile, volatile detective Jack, played by Jon Bernthal, leads the investigation alongside partner Priya (Sunita Mani). As the story progresses, Anna's erratic behavior and convenient appearances raise suspicions, while Jack's choices alarm Priya amid emerging details about Rachel's death.
The series, created by William Oldroyd and executive produced by Thompson, Oldroyd, and Dee Johnson, delves into themes of women's rage, revenge, and societal biases. Variety's review describes it as 'deliciously bonkers,' noting its 'jaw-dropping, layered ending' that leaves viewers in shock. With formidable performances from Thompson and Bernthal, the show packs twists into its six zippy episodes, exploring how fury motivates actions and how we underestimate the overlooked.
'His & Hers' seeps into your psyche, shifting everything you thought you knew,' the review states, highlighting its masterful subversion of thriller tropes. Additional cast includes Crystal Fox, Marin Ireland, and Poppy Liu. The limited series is now streaming on Netflix.