Key Highlights
- Nathan Fillion describes filming season 8 of The Rookie in Prague as “feeling like a James Bond movie.”
- Jenna Dewan and Nathan Fillion play the married couple John Nolan and Bailey Nune on the show.
- The European location serves as their “second honeymoon,” despite the first being “kind of a bust.”
- Season 8 premieres on January 6, 2026, at 10 p.m. ET on ABC and will be available to stream on Hulu the following day.
The Rookie Season 8: Filming in Prague Brings Excitement and Romance
Nathan Fillion, best known for his roles in Firefly, Castle, and now The Rookie, recently shared some fascinating insights about filming the show’s eighth season. Speaking to PEOPLE, Fillion described the European adventure as “feeling like a James Bond movie.”
A Romantic Adventure in Prague
For the first time ever, The Rookie is taking its characters abroad for filming. The actor and his on-screen wife, Jenna Dewan, who plays Bailey Nune, have been teasing details about their international escapade. “It felt different. It was amazing,” Dewan enthused. “We had an incredible time.
You feel like you are back in time. It just felt so special.” She further added that the Prague location served as a backdrop for their “second honeymoon.”
For Fillion, the experience of filming in Europe was particularly exciting. He shared, “It felt like a James Bond movie.” The actor, who is 54 years old and known for his role as Officer John Nolan on The Rookie, elaborated that he wore suits instead of his usual cop uniform while walking through the city’s beautiful squares and beside its rivers.
From Filming to Vacationing: A Unique Opportunity
While filming, Fillion and Dewan were able to enjoy some free time. “It was so good,” Dewan gushed about their tour of Prague’s castles and other historical sites. She noted that she had matured enough to fully embrace the opportunity for tours and history lessons. “I was — every free moment I had — living,” she reminisced.
Fillion, who is known from his roles in Step Up, also shared how the experience of filming abroad was a double-edged sword. “It felt very, very badass,” he said with a smile. Despite the excitement and romance, Dewan revealed that the plan for a peaceful getaway didn’t always go as smoothly as they had hoped. “Lots of unexpected yet bonding adrenaline,” she teased.
Teamwork, Friction, and Opportunity
The duo highlighted the blend of tones in The Rookie, noting that while there is plenty of suspense and action, there’s also a lot of comedy and romance. “If we had to describe what fans will see from our characters in this new installment with just three words, they would be: teamwork, friction, and opportunity,” Dewan said.
As the season 8 premiere approaches, viewers can look forward to more international intrigue and action-packed episodes that bring The Rookie’s story beyond its usual setting. The show’s journey into Prague offers a unique backdrop for the characters’ personal and professional lives, making it an exciting addition to the series.
Nathan Fillion and Jenna Dewan’s second honeymoon in Prague promises to be a memorable experience that fans will enjoy watching on ABC and Hulu starting January 6, 2026. Stay tuned!
