The Donna Reed Show (1958)

S3E17 World's Greatest Entertainer

Title: The Ultimate Showman Plot: Jeff feels like he can't catch a break—he accidentally slams the door, causing the angel food cake in the oven to sink, and his model airplane ends up with crooked wings. When airplane glue stains the carpet, he tries to fix it with bleach! To lift his spirits, the family cheers him on when he performs lackluster impressions of icons like James Cagney, Peter Lorre, and Edward G. Robinson. Encouraged by their support, he decides to participate in the upcoming school talent show. Now, Mary, Donna, and Alex must find a way to help him shine!