Topper 1953
What is Topper?
Topper is an American fantasy sitcom that aired on CBS from 1953 to 1955. The series was based on the 1937 film of the same name and featured Leo G.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 1953
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 78
- Runtime
- 30 minutes
- First aired
- Oct 9, 1953
- Last aired
- Jul 15, 1955
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- US
- Networks
- CBS
- Genres
- Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Comedy
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 6.1/10 from 9 votes
- Format
- 2 seasons · 78 episodes
- Episode runtime
- ~30 minutes
- Status
- Ended
- Network
- CBS
Where to watch in United States
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Topper is an American fantasy sitcom that aired on CBS from 1953 to 1955. The series was based on the 1937 film of the same name and featured Leo G. Carroll in the title role. The show ran for two seasons on the CBS network, beginning its broadcast run on October 9, 1953. The series concluded on July 15, 1955, after completing its television run. As a fantasy comedy series, Topper followed the adventures of its main character, with Carroll portraying the lead role that gave the show its name. The program was part of the early era of American television broadcasting and represented one of the many sitcom adaptations of popular film properties during the 1950s. The show's format centered on supernatural and comedic elements that distinguished it within the fantasy genre of early television. Topper remained a notable entry in the catalog of classic American sitcoms from the mid-1950s period.
Should you watch it?
“A banker finds his life upended by the mischievous ghosts of a fun-loving couple.”
- based on a 1937 film
- stars Leo G. Carroll
- limited series run
Watch it if you enjoy classic television sitcoms featuring supernatural elements.
The series is a lighthearted fantasy sitcom suitable for general audiences.
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Season 1 · 39 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide & lore primer →- E1 Topper Meets the Ghosts Mytharc Oct 9, 1953
- E2 The Movers Core Oct 16, 1953
- E3 Hiring the Maid Core Oct 23, 1953
- E4 The Hypnotist Core Oct 30, 1953
- E5 Reducing Core Nov 6, 1953
- E6 The Spinster Core Nov 13, 1953
- E7 Bank Securities Core Nov 20, 1953
- E8 The Kid Core Nov 27, 1953
- E9 Burglar Episode Core Dec 4, 1953
- E10 Uncle Jonathan Core Dec 11, 1953
- E11 The Car Story Core Dec 18, 1953
- E12 Christmas Carol Core Dec 25, 1953
- E13 Masquerade Core Jan 1, 1954
- E14 Second Honeymoon Core Jan 8, 1954
- E15 The Socialite Core Jan 15, 1954
- E16 The Surprise Party Core Jan 22, 1954
- E17 The Decorating Episode Core Jan 29, 1954
- E18 Astrology Core Feb 5, 1954
- E19 Trip to Lisbon Core Feb 12, 1954
- E20 The Proposal Core Feb 19, 1954
- E21 Katie's Nephew Core Feb 26, 1954
- E22 The College Reunion Core Mar 5, 1954
- E23 Economy Core Mar 12, 1954
- E24 The Diamond Ring Core Mar 19, 1954
- E25 Topper Runs for Mayor Core Mar 26, 1954
- E26 The Painting Episode Core Apr 2, 1954
- E27 Henrietta Sells the House Core Apr 9, 1954
- E28 Legacy Core Apr 16, 1954
- E29 Topper Goes to Las Vegas Core Apr 23, 1954
- E30 Topper Goes West Core Apr 30, 1954
- E31 A Ghostly Joke Core May 7, 1954
- E32 The Package Core May 14, 1954
- E33 Neil Disappears Core May 21, 1954
- E34 The Picnic Core May 28, 1954
- E35 The Wedding Core Jun 4, 1954
- E36 Preparations for Europe Core Jun 11, 1954
- E37 The Boat Core Jun 18, 1954
- E38 Theatrical Episode Mytharc Jun 25, 1954
- E39 George's Old Flame Mytharc Jul 2, 1954
Season 2 · 39 episodes
- E1 Topper Tells All Mytharc Oct 8, 1954
- E2 Topper's Ransom Core Oct 15, 1954
- E3 County Fair Core Oct 22, 1954
- E4 The Seance Core Oct 29, 1954
- E5 Topper Strikes Gold Core Nov 5, 1954
- E6 The Chess Player Core Nov 12, 1954
- E7 Topper Goes to Washington Core Nov 19, 1954
- E8 Jury Duty Core Nov 26, 1954
- E9 Topper Lives Again Core Dec 3, 1954
- E10 The Army Game Core Dec 10, 1954
- E11 Topper's Accident Core Dec 17, 1954
- E12 Topper's Quiet Christmas Core Dec 24, 1954
- E13 Topper's Happy New Year Core Dec 31, 1954
- E14 Topper's Deception Core Jan 7, 1955
- E15 Topper's Guest Core Jan 14, 1955
- E16 Topper's Rejuvenation Core Jan 21, 1955
- E17 Topper in Mexico Core Jan 28, 1955
- E18 Topper Hits the Road Core Feb 4, 1955
- E19 Topper at the Races Core Feb 11, 1955
- E20 Topper's Racket Core Feb 18, 1955
- E21 Topper's Amnesia Core Feb 25, 1955
- E22 Topper's Arabian Night Core Mar 4, 1955
- E23 The House Wreckers Core Mar 11, 1955
- E24 Topper Makes a Movie Core Mar 18, 1955
- E25 King Cosmo the First Core Mar 23, 1955
- E26 Topper's Double Life Core Apr 15, 1955
- E27 Topper Fights a Duel Core Apr 8, 1955
- E28 Topper's Egyptian Deal Core Apr 15, 1955
- E29 Topper's Uranium Pile Core Apr 22, 1955
- E30 Topper's Spring Cleaning Core Apr 29, 1955
- E31 Topper Goes to School Core May 6, 1955
- E32 The Blood Brother Core May 13, 1955
- E33 Topper's Highland Fling Core May 20, 1955
- E34 Topper's Desert Island Core May 27, 1955
- E35 The Neighbors Core Jun 3, 1955
- E36 Topper's Counterfeiters Core Jun 10, 1955
- E37 Topper's Insurance Scandal Core Jun 17, 1955
- E38 Topper's Other Job Mytharc Jun 24, 1955
- E39 Topper's Vacation Mytharc Jul 15, 1955
Frequently asked questions
What is the premise of Topper?
A banker interacts with the ghosts of a couple who previously owned his home.
When did the show air?
The series was broadcast on CBS from October 9, 1953 to July 15, 1955.
Who stars in the series?
Leo G. Carroll plays the title role of Topper.
Is the show based on other media?
Yes, the series is based on the 1937 film of the same name.
What genre is the show?
Topper is an American fantasy sitcom.
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