Netflix’s His & Hers, a gripping murder mystery limited series, explores grief, trauma, and marital discord through dual perspectives. Viewers often wonder if its raw emotional depth stems from real events, especially given recent true-crime adaptations.
Fact vs. Fiction
His & Hers draws from Alice Feeney’s 2020 novel of the same name, not a true story, with characters born from her journalistic background for added realism. Feeney crafted the dual narrative from Anna’s viewpoint first, later adding Jack’s to highlight contrasting experiences of grief in a tight-knit town setting. While the adaptation shifts locations like Blackdown to Dahlonega and Atlanta, the core thriller elements—secrets, lies, and a homicide—remain faithful to the book.
The Netflix Connection
Director William Oldroyd was pulled in by the novel’s unexpected twists, viewing it as a “love letter” to maternal bonds amid suspense. Tessa Thompson, as Anna, infused her role with insights from survivors’ stories, portraying ambition as both escape and isolation after trauma. Jon Bernthal immersed in local law enforcement life in Dahlonega for Jack, fostering on-screen chemistry with Thompson that mirrors the estranged couple’s tension.
His & Hers Cast
The ensemble brings humanity to flawed characters navigating suspicion and loss.
| Actor | Character |
|---|---|
| Tessa Thompson | Anna Andrews |
| Jon Bernthal | Detective Jack Harper |
| Pablo Schreiber | Richard |
| Marin Ireland | Zoe |
| Jamie Tisdale | Rachel |
| Dave Maldonado | Sheriff |
The six-episode series premiered on Netflix January 8, 2026, set in sweltering Atlanta and rural Georgia. It centers on reporter Anna investigating a murder in her hometown, clashing with ex-husband Jack’s probe.
