
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. At the time she was under contract with 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. It was a modest hit and Carole got good reviews for her performance. The movie was nominated for two Academy Awards - best sound recording and best special effects.

