Gunsmoke (1955)

S1E21 Helping Hand

An aspiring tough guy decides to prove his worth by targeting the wrong individual, inadvertently crossing paths with Marshal Matt Dillon. In a bid to gain notoriety, he orchestrates a staged street brawl, believing it will elevate his status. However, he quickly discovers that provoking the lawman is a grave mistake, leading to unexpected consequences that challenge his misguided ambitions.