Topper Returns
Seen it?1941 | 88 min | Comedy, Fantasy, Mystery
Saturday Specialearly ratingWhy it’s a Saturday Special
It earned strong reviews (88% on Rotten Tomatoes), despite soft box office. A strong pick for the weekend.
Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.Is it for you?
- Who'll love it
- Made for anyone who likes to be kept guessing, anyone who wants a laugh and fantasy fans.
- The mood
- Light and funny, tense.
- The pace
- Breezy, at 1 hr 28 min.
- What might put you off
- Made in 1941: an older pace and style.
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.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsStrong
88% on Rotten Tomatoes
- AudiencesNot counted
Not measured yet: not enough ratings
- AwardsSolid
Nominated for 2 Oscars.
- Reach & staying powerBelow par
Streaming release that reached a small audience so far; still draws a steady audience long after release
- Buzz & cultural impactBelow par
About 19K people sought it out in the past year
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Cast & crew
Directed by Roy Del Ruth
- Joan BlondellGail Richards
- Roland YoungCosmo Topper
- Carole LandisAnn Carrington
- Billie BurkeMrs. Clara Topper
- Dennis O'KeefeBob
- Patsy KellyEmily, the Maid
- H.B. WarnerMr. Carrington
- Eddie 'Rochester' AndersonEdward ("Eddie"), the Chauffeur
- George ZuccoDr. Jeris
- Donald MacBrideSgt. Roberts