Topper Returns

1941 88 min ★ 6.4 Comedy, Fantasy, Mystery

Topper is once again tormented by a fun-loving spirit. This time, it's Gail Richards, accidentally murdered while vacationing at the home of her wealthy friend, Ann Carrington, the intended victim. With Topper's help, Gail sets out to find her killer with the expected zany results.

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Cast

Joan Blondell

Gail Richards

Roland Young

Cosmo Topper

Carole Landis

Ann Carrington

Billie Burke

Mrs. Clara Topper

Dennis O'Keefe

Bob

Patsy Kelly

Emily, the Maid

H.B. Warner

Mr. Carrington

Eddie 'Rochester' Anderson

Edward ("Eddie"), the Chauffeur

George Zucco

Dr. Jeris

Donald MacBride

Sgt. Roberts

Details

Director

Roy Del Ruth

Screenplay

Gordon Douglas

Tagline

"Topper's having girl trouble again!"

Status

Released

Original Language

EN

Production

Hal Roach Studios

Reviews

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CinemaSerf

June 25, 2022

★ 6/10

Joan Blondell ("Gail") is staying with her friend "Ann Carrington" when she is murdered. Her ghost alights on next door neighbour "Cosmo Topper" (Roland Young) to help her get to the bottom of it all. This is actually quite a witty little comedy thriller; Billie Burke is suitably over-the-top as "Mrs. Topper" and Rochester Anderson as the chauffeur brings his usual cheeky charm to the proceedings....