A Lighthearted Moment Before the Storm

FBI has always been known for its high-stakes cases, tense interrogations, and explosive action. But every now and then, fans get to see another side of their favorite stars. Recently, Missy Peregrym (Maggie Bell) and Zeeko Zaki (OA Zidan) reminded viewers why their on-screen chemistry works so well. A behind-the-scenes prank between the two quickly spread online, and it has fans buzzing as they count down the days until the Season 8 premiere.

In the clip, Zaki was caught completely off guard when Peregrym snuck up behind him wearing a mask. His reaction was priceless. At first, he tried to play it cool with the “mystery stranger,” only to burst out laughing once Peregrym revealed herself. The moment escalated into even more laughter when Peregrym broke into a little celebratory dance, sending Zaki doubling over with joy.

Fans who are used to seeing Maggie and OA take down criminals with precision loved seeing the duo just being themselves. The natural ease between the actors only deepens the bond viewers feel with their characters.

Why This Duo Captures Fans’ Hearts

On the show, Maggie and OA rarely have time for pranks. Their partnership is all about trust, intuition, and backing each other up in the line of fire. That’s what makes their off-screen friendship so refreshing. It’s a reminder that the strength of FBI isn’t just in its procedural format but in the human connections that ground it.

Fans often debate whether the show should lean into a romantic storyline for Maggie and OA. Regardless of how the writers decide to play their relationship, moments like this prove the actors already embody the heart of the series: loyalty, camaraderie, and undeniable chemistry.

A New Era for FBI

As fun as the prank was, FBI Season 8 won’t be all laughs. CBS is shifting the schedule this fall, and FBI is moving from its longtime Tuesday slot to Monday nights at 9 p.m. ET. This is a big change, especially since the cancellations of FBI: Most Wanted and FBI: International ended the network’s tradition of “FBI Tuesdays.”

The series will now serve as a lead-in to Watson Season 2, giving it a fresh position in the weekly lineup. With NCIS taking over Tuesdays, fans will need to adjust their schedules, but it could also mean more spotlight on FBI as a flagship drama on Mondays.

The Cliffhanger That Still Haunts Fans

Season 7 ended with a jaw-dropping cliffhanger that left Isobel Castille’s fate hanging in the balance. After collapsing without a pulse, her future with the Bureau — and her very survival — became one of the biggest unanswered questions going into Season 8. Fans are eager to know if she’ll recover or if the team will face the loss of their leader.

Another storyline set to draw attention is the future of Stuart Scola. After navigating personal upheaval and losing past partners, fans are curious to see whether the newest addition to the team will finally become a permanent fixture at his side.

Mark Your Calendar

The wait is almost over. FBI returns on Monday, October 13, 2025, officially kicking off a packed week of CBS premieres. Until then, fans can stream past episodes on Paramount+ to revisit Maggie and OA’s best moments — both dramatic and lighthearted.

Between the intensity of unresolved cliffhangers and the charm of off-screen pranks, the buzz around Season 8 has never been stronger. For longtime fans, this fall promises to deliver everything they love about FBI: heart-pounding action, emotional twists, and a partnership that continues to be the core of the show.