The streaming landscape in Canada has a new champion. According to Netflix's own public ranking system, the limited series "His & Hers" has seized the number one spot across the platform. The six-episode murder mystery, which premiered on January 8, has captivated audiences with its tense plot and star-powered cast.
A Southern Gothic Thriller Takes the Top Spot
Set in a quiet Georgia town, "His & Hers" revolves around an estranged couple with a deeply troubling link to a local homicide. Tessa Thompson plays Anna, a reclusive news anchor who returns after learning of a murder. Jon Bernthal stars as Detective Jack Harper, her husband and the investigator assigned to the very same case. Each becomes convinced the other is the prime suspect, but the series promises that dark, hidden secrets will show there are more than two sides to every story.
The supporting cast includes notable names such as Pablo Schreiber, Crystal Fox, Sunita Mani, and Marin Ireland. The show's popularity exploded within days of its debut, and conversation is only growing as viewers discover its jaw-dropping plot twist ending.
What Else is Trending Across Canadian Streamers?
While Netflix viewers are unraveling a small-town mystery, subscribers to other services have their own top picks. On Hulu, "High Potential" is the trending show. The dramedy, starring Kaitlin Olson, returned from its mid-season break on January 6. It follows a single mother and janitor with a genius IQ who helps the LAPD's Major Crimes Division solve cases.
Over on HBO Max, the number one title is the Emmy-winning medical drama "The Pitt." Its second season launched on January 8, dropping viewers into a sweltering, chaotic Fourth of July shift in a Pittsburgh emergency room, led by Noah Wyle's Dr. Robby.
For reality competition fans, Peacock's top show is "The Traitors," now in its fourth season. Hosted by Alan Cumming, the series pits a group of celebrities and reality stars against each other in a high-stakes game of deception for a prize fund of up to $250,000. The new cast features personalities from "Real Housewives," sports, and comedy.
The Dominance of the Limited Series and Weekly Watercooler Moments
The rapid success of "His & Hers" underscores the continued power of the bingeable limited series format in Canada's streaming market. A compelling mystery with A-list leads can dominate cultural conversation almost overnight. Similarly, the return of familiar network-style shows like "High Potential" and "The Pitt" to streaming charts highlights how Canadian audiences use platforms for both appointment viewing and weekly episodic consumption.
The diversity of the current top shows—from scripted thriller to medical drama to reality competition—reflects the wide-ranging tastes of Canadian streamers. As word-of-mouth, particularly about shocking endings, continues to drive viewership, these titles are likely to remain in the spotlight throughout January.
