" Prank Week " (Season 1, Episode 5) is a standout episode from the Nickelodeon classic , known for its high stakes and lessons on responsibility. While there are other series with similar episode titles or themes, this specific episode is a fan favorite for its blend of humor and drama at Pacific Coast Academy (PCA). Episode Overview

In Season 1, Episode 5, Isaac pulls an extreme "practical joke" on Gordon by amputating his leg while he sleeps.

“When Zoey takes sole blame for the prank, the founder's son allows the other girls to stay, provided that Zoey accepts her expulsion.” ‎Apple TV Other "S1E5 Prank" References

The episode centers on a long-standing PCA tradition: , where returning students pull elaborate practical jokes on newcomers. This year is particularly significant as it marks the first time girls are attending PCA, and the boys assume the girls will be easy targets. Key Element Tradition

During the filming of Season 1, Episode 5 ("The One with the East German Laundry Detergent"), director David Schwimmer famously pranked Jennifer Aniston by throwing a dummy down the stairs. "Zoey 101" Prank Week (TV Episode 2005) - IMDb

“Prank Week, a PCA tradition where old PCA students prank new ones, has begun... the girls carry out a plan that ends up threatening whether or not girls are allowed at PCA.” Zoey 101 Wiki

Dressing the statue of PCA’s founder, Clarence G. Bradford, in women's clothing and makeup.

While Zoey 101 is the most direct match, other series have notable S1E5 "prank" moments: