Ep 20. A Nose by Any Other Name

In A Nose by Any Other Name, the season 9 finale of The Danny Thomas Show, Danny finds himself in a bit of a predicament when he inadvertently insults one of his sponsors. The sponsor in question is a wealthy and influential businessman named Mr. Warfield, who takes great offense to Danny's offhand comment about his unusually large nose.

Feeling embarrassed and ashamed, Danny tries to make amends by offering to fly Mr. Warfield to New York for a private consultation with a renowned plastic surgeon. However, things quickly go awry when Mr. Warfield's nose becomes the subject of a heated debate among Danny's friends and family, with each person offering their own opinion on what should be done to “fix” it.

As tensions rise and emotions run high, Danny realizes that the only way to salvage the situation is to confront his own prejudices and biases about physical appearance. In doing so, he not only learns a valuable lesson about acceptance and self-acceptance, but also strengthens his relationships with those closest to him.

Throughout the episode, viewers are treated to the signature humor and heartwarming moments that have made The Danny Thomas Show a beloved classic. From Danny's hilarious attempts at damage control to the touching scenes of familial bonding, A Nose by Any Other Name is a fitting end to a successful season.

As the credits roll, audiences are left with a sense of satisfaction and upliftment, knowing that Danny's journey of self-discovery and growth will continue on into the next season.