In 1941 Carole starred in the comedy Topper Returns. It was a sequel to the hit 1937 movie Topper that starred Cary Grant and Constance Bennett. She plays Ann Carrington, a millionaire's long lost daughter. This was the last film she made while under contract at Hal Roach's studio. The all-star cast includes Joan Blondell, Patsy Kelly, Dennis O'Keefe, Billie Burke, and Roland Young. Topper Returns was directed by Roy Del Ruth. Filming took place at Hal Roach's studio in Culver City during November and December of 1940. The movie was a modest hit and Carole got good reviews for her performance. It was nominated for two Academy Awards - best sound recording and best special effects.
Carole and Joan Blondell
Carole and Dennis O'Keefe
