Sanford and Son (1972)

S1E6 We Were Robbed

During a cleaning spree, Fred accidentally topples Lamont's prized glass figurine collection. In an attempt to hide his blunder, he concocts a tale about a burglary, claiming he bravely defended their home from intruders. As a result, he gains unexpected hero status, and Fred starts to relish the attention and accolades that come with his fabricated story.