Honestly, the way we left things at the end of season 2 was a total mess. Remember that rooftop? That accidental fall? Everyone was staring at Susana’s body, and the "pact of silence" felt like something straight out of a classic noir film, only with more iPhones. But when Control Z season 3 finally dropped on Netflix, it didn't just pick up the pieces; it basically shattered the whole vase.
Most people went into the third season expecting a simple whodunnit. You've got the masked hacker, the creepy messages, and Sofia running around like a teenage Sherlock Holmes. But this time, the stakes weren't just about who was dating whom or who leaked a private photo. It was about actual prison time. It was about the fact that they were all becoming the very monsters they used to hate.
The Big Reveal: Who was @allyoursecrets?
Let’s get the elephant out of the room. The biggest debate surrounding the finale is whether the show actually gave us a straight answer. For most of the season, we’re led to believe it’s Bruno. Again. It felt a bit lazy at first, right? The disgruntled IT guy coming back for a round two.
But Sofia, being Sofia, doesn't buy it. She realizes the "All Your Secrets" account is way more sophisticated than a guy hiding in a basement. It’s a cult. Basically, a group of kids wearing those creepy masks, all being blackmailed into doing the hacker’s dirty work.
The real twist? Raul.
It was always Raul. Even when he was getting "kidnapped" or "targeted," he was pulling the strings. If you look back at the clues, it makes sense. He had the money to fund Bruno. He had the motive to keep Sofia away from Javier. He literally bought a brand-new motorcycle at the very end of the graduation episode. Where did that money come from if he was supposedly broke and hacked? Exactly.
Why the Graduation Scene Changed Everything
The finale, titled Graduación, is probably the most intense thirty minutes of the entire series. We’re at the National School, everyone is in their robes, and there’s this crushing sense of "we almost made it."
Then the video starts.
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The hacker tries to play the footage of Susana’s death for the entire school. It’s a brutal move. Alex and Claudia managed to stop it just in time, but the damage was done internally. Sofia realizes that running away isn't an option anymore.
One of the most human moments in the series happens right here. Sofia doesn't wait to be caught. She takes the stage and confesses. It’s messy, it’s loud, and it’s honestly a relief. The group doesn't go to jail for murder—mostly because Natalia’s sister, Maria, was actually the one who let go of the bag Susana was holding—but they don't get off scot-free.
- The Punishment: Community service for the whole gang.
- The Fallout: Javier’s dad, the famous footballer, actually goes to prison for helping cover up the body.
- The Romance: Javier and Sofia share a final moment in a cafe that feels... unfinished.
What Most Fans Missed About Sofia's Choice
There is a specific moment in the cafe where Javier tells Sofia he’s 100% sure Raul was the hacker all along. He lays out the logic. It’s airtight.
And Sofia? She just brushes it off.
Some people think she’s being naive. I don't think so. If you’ve followed Sofia Herrera for three seasons, you know she’s the smartest person in any room. She knows Raul did it. She just doesn't care anymore. She’s exhausted by the truth. By choosing to ignore the evidence, she’s essentially choosing a different kind of life—one where she isn't constantly looking for the "glitch" in everyone.
It’s a dark ending disguised as a bittersweet one. She embraces the grey area.
Why We Aren't Getting a Season 4
I hate to be the bearer of bad news, but Control Z season 3 was officially the end of the road. Netflix was pretty clear about this being the "final season."
Could they have done more? Sure. We could have followed them to college. We could have seen Raul get his ultimate comeuppance. But honestly, the story felt finished. The "Control Z" (undo) function doesn't work in real life. You can't undo a death, and you can't undo the trauma these kids put each other through.
The show started with a secret being leaked about Isabela (played by Zión Moreno), and it ended with the ultimate secret—the truth about themselves—being laid bare. To keep going would have just been repeating the same cycle of "new hacker, new secrets."
Real Insights for Your Next Rewatch
If you’re planning on going back through the series, keep an eye on Raul’s phone. Seriously. In season 3, he does business for the sale of his house on a phone he claims is compromised. Nobody does that unless they own the compromise.
Also, look at who the hacker targets. In the final episodes, the people who get hit the hardest are the ones Raul personally dislikes—like Pablo. Meanwhile, Sofia remains relatively unscathed.
The show is a fascinating look at how digital anonymity doesn't just protect us; it turns us into versions of ourselves we didn't know existed. It’s cynical, fast-paced, and probably the best teen drama to come out of Mexico in the last decade.
If you're looking for what to do next now that the series is over, you should check out the cast's other work. Ana Valeria Becerril is incredible in April's Daughter, and Michael Ronda has been staying busy with other Latin American projects. You can also re-examine the series through the lens of the "Game Master" episode in season 3, which is basically a microcosm of the entire show's philosophy on betrayal.
Next Steps for Fans: Go back to Season 3, Episode 1 and watch Raul’s first interaction with the group after the time jump. Now that you know he’s the architect, his "clueless victim" act is actually a masterclass in manipulation. It changes the entire vibe of the season.