In 1941 Carole had a supporting role 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. Carole received fifth billing. 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. During one scene she was almost crushed when a prop chandelier fell in the wrong place. The movie was released on March 21, 1941. It was a modest hit and Carole got good reviews for her performance. Topper Returns was nominated for two Academy Awards - best sound recording and best special effects.
Carole and Joan Blondell
