After the Season 3 finale of Tell Me Lies aired earlier this week, Cat Missal’s character Bree quickly dropped in many fans’ moral rankings due to two major revelations that reshaped how viewers see her. The episode, which now serves as the series finale following news that the Hulu drama will not continue, delivered shocking twists that reframed Bree’s past actions and her complicated relationships.

The most explosive revelation was that Bree was the one who released the tape that ultimately led to Lucy’s expulsion. The tape’s release was driven by Bree’s discovery that Lucy had slept with Evan, Bree’s fiancé. In addition, the finale confirmed that Bree had been having an affair with Wrigley since her engagement party celebrating her upcoming marriage to Evan. While the affair was controversial, many fans were more outraged by her role in exposing the tape.

For Missal, learning that Bree was responsible for releasing the tape provided new insight into her character’s emotional trajectory. She explained that the guilt from that decision likely became the foundation for many of Bree’s choices during her college years and even influenced her decision to marry Evan. Although she understands why Bree acted out of anger and betrayal, Missal admitted that the action itself was brutal and shocking, especially because Bree is generally portrayed as kind-hearted. According to Missal, Bree was likely conflicted in the moment she posted the tape, but she was consumed by rage, and the act happened almost impulsively.

Bree’s emotional state at that point was already fragile. She had just endured a traumatic confrontation involving Oliver, Marianne, and her own mother, leaving her overwhelmed and destabilized. Even visually, the production emphasized her unraveling. During costume fittings, the designer pointed out that Bree would not change outfits for three days in the storyline, symbolizing how stuck and emotionally disheveled she had become. All of these factors contributed to the perfect storm that pushed her toward releasing the tape.

Despite the darkness of that decision, Missal hopes viewers might show Bree some leniency because of her relationship with Wrigley. She and Spencer House, who plays Wrigley, have both commented that the standards for decision-making in the show are generally low, as many characters act selfishly or recklessly. While cheating is clearly wrong, Missal believes that the purity and depth of Bree and Wrigley’s love might soften viewers’ judgment. Their connection, though complicated and ill-timed, is portrayed as sincere and emotionally grounded.

When Missal learned that the show would end with Season 3, she felt sad but also recognized that the finale provided a fitting conclusion. From the first table read, the cast sensed that the episode could function as a satisfying ending if necessary. Although the cancellation was disappointing, she believes the story wrapped up in a way that would ultimately satisfy fans.

One element that surprised Missal was that Bree and Wrigley only fully came together at the engagement party, without rekindling their relationship earlier in college. Given the depth of their feelings, she was surprised they had not tried again sooner. However, she acknowledges that past hurt and unresolved pain likely prevented them from reconnecting earlier. When they finally do come together, there is a powerful release of long-suppressed desire and emotion. Missal and House were determined to portray that scene with authenticity and intensity, knowing that so much narrative weight rested on that moment. They focused on grounding their performances emotionally to ensure the chemistry felt real and meaningful.

The confrontation between Bree, Oliver, Marianne, and Bree’s mother was another pivotal moment. Missal believes that the fallout permanently damaged Bree’s relationship with her mother. Since her mother is not present at the wedding, it is clear their relationship became even more fractured. Bree can no longer fully trust her, and the dynamic between them remains tense and painful. Missal appreciated the opportunity to portray such a complex mother-daughter relationship, noting that it is not often depicted with such rawness on screen.

As for Oliver, viewers never see him face consequences for his actions. Missal suggests that while karma may eventually catch up with him, the show intentionally portrays a bleak reality where evil can persist without immediate justice. Bree attempts to seek some form of accountability, both for herself and for Amanda, but the outcome is unsatisfying, reinforcing the show’s darker themes.

Stephen’s dramatic speech at the wedding shatters whatever control Bree believes she still has. At first, she thinks she can withstand his attempt to ruin her day and proceed with marrying Evan. However, as his speech unfolds, her sense of control crumbles. During filming, the atmosphere was charged with energy, and Missal described feeling such intense emotion that she instinctively stormed toward him after his final line, mirroring Bree’s overwhelming anxiety and rage.

After the wedding’s disastrous ending, Missal imagines there is no realistic path back to Evan. With her life seemingly in ruins, she believes Bree would likely choose to be with the person she truly loves—Wrigley. She also suspects that, deep down, Bree may have wanted an escape from her engagement. Even in earlier seasons, Missal intentionally infused subtle anxiety into engagement scenes, sensing that unresolved drama was brewing beneath the surface.

Regarding Bree’s friendship with Lucy, Missal remains uncertain about reconciliation. While she acknowledges that friendships can sometimes be repaired, she questions whether this one should be. Their bond resembles a sisterly connection filled with love, but it is also deeply toxic and scarred by trauma. Although they care about each other, the damage may be too extensive to fully overcome.

While Missal would have appreciated seeing Bree receive some redemption, she believes the show’s essence lies in its messiness. The series explores flawed individuals who repeatedly fall into destructive patterns, and not every story concludes with healing or justice. Although the ending is unsettling, it aligns with the show’s emotional truth. If given the opportunity in the future, Missal says she would gladly revisit the role, cherishing both the character and the creative relationships she formed throughout the series.