Netflix viewers have been left enthralled by a new thriller with a ‘diabolical twist’ – as it’s branded the ‘ideal January binge’.

His & Hers dropped on the streaming platform yesterday (January 8), with fans already showing their appreciation.

Starring Tessa Thompson and Jon Bernthal, it adapts Alice Feeney’s 2020 novel of the same name.

A synopsis for the series reads: ‘Two estranged spouses — one a detective, the other a news reporter — vie to solve a murder in which each believes the other is a prime suspect.’

Tessa, 42, portrays news reporter Anna who hopes for a comeback by covering the case.

While Jon, 49, plays Jack, a detective who is leading the investigation and is Anna’s estranged husband.

Netflix viewers have been gripped by new thriller His & Hers, starring Tessa Thompson and Jon Bernthal

Tessa, 42, portrays a leading role as a news reporter named Anna, who is trying to solve a murder

One fan penned on X: ‘His & hers too good got me over here binge watching like a mf.’

Another added: ‘Just finished watching His & Hers on Netflix.

‘Never saw that plot twist coming, I had to rewatch the last episode. A solid 9/10.’

A third commented: ‘2 episodes in and His & Hers got me hooked.’

A fourth chimed in: ‘That His &Hers show was crazy. I’m so excited to start the book.’

It didn’t take long for fans to become addicted to the series, as they took to social media with praise

In their review of the new show, The Guardian described His & Hers as ‘ideal new year TV’.

They added: ‘We are in the presence of a glossy, efficient adaptation of a bestselling thriller and it is time to switch off our brains and enjoy.

‘The twists, they are plentiful. The absurdities, they multiply. The viewerly enjoyment, it increases.

‘The script – intoxicating mercenariness aside – is serviceable. The endeavour is bingeable.’

The series has also been receiving positive reviews on Rotten Tomatoes, where it currently has a score of 83%.

One person wrote: ‘Guilty pleasure, but well written and acted. The cast is excellent and the ending satisfying.’

Another agreed: ‘I did not see that plot twist coming omg.’

A third said: ‘This best thriller series I’ve seen in a long time. Incredible plot twist. Loved it a definite must see.’

While a fourth added: ‘This show is unbelievable, the acting off them both is top notch the story is amazing keeps you invested the whole way through 10/10.’

Fans have taken to social media to show their appreciation for the series – including praise for its plot twist

It comes as a medical drama branded by viewers as the ‘best ever’ rocketed up the Netflix charts.

The Good Doctor stars Freddie Highmore as Dr. Shaun Murphy, an autistic surgeon working at a California hospital.

It originally aired from 2017 to 2024 on ABC and has now found further popularity on Netflix.

His & Hers is available to stream on Netflix.