Whatever you think you know about the FBI, you’re probably only scratching the surface. ABC’s newest drama-thriller, Quantico, is here to blow up your basic understanding of the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Led by Bollywood mega star Priyanka Chopra, in her first American TV role, the show follows the training of a new class of FBI recruits, one of whom will become the mastermind behind a devastating New York City terror attack. Wrapped in intrigue, conspiracy, and forbidden romance, the Joshua Safran/Mark Gordon-created series is essentially Grey’s Anatomy meets Alias, which basically means it’s a surefire hit.
Now that you’ve got a solid grasp on the show, let’s get at least some context on the organization it centers around. In time for the premiere on Sunday, September 27 at 10|9c, here are 10 things you probably didn’t know about the Federal Bureau of Investigation.