Ep 5. Escape From Pearl Bailey

In the American Dad season 4 episode 5, titled "Escape From Pearl Bailey", Roger, the talking alien, becomes obsessed with a singer named Pearl Bailey after watching a documentary about her. He decides to impersonate her and creates a fake identity as an elderly woman named Danuta to infiltrate a retirement home where Pearl Bailey once resided.

At the retirement home, Roger finds himself in the middle of a feud between Pearl's old bandmates and her estranged daughter. Roger quickly becomes a valued member of the group, and he convinces the bandmates to reunite for a tribute concert in honor of Pearl.

Meanwhile, Stan is struggling to connect with Steve, his teenage son, and resorts to drastic measures to try to bond with him. He becomes a mall security guard in an attempt to protect Steve from danger while he hangs out with his friends. However, his overbearing tactics lead to a showdown with an angry mob of shoppers.

Back at the retirement home, Roger's plan hits a snag when he discovers that Pearl Bailey is actually alive and well and living in the next room. The fake identity he has created begins to unravel, and he must avoid Pearl at all costs.

The episode is filled with comedic moments as Roger navigates through his plan, and Stan struggles to relate to his son. The show has been praised for its sharp writing and pop culture references, and this episode is no exception. Fans of American Dad will enjoy the blend of satire, slapstick humor, and heartwarming moments that make this series a hit.