Stepin Fetchit
Acting
Born May 30, 1902 · Key West, Florida, USA
Stepin Fetchit (1902–1985) was an American comedian and actor. His Fetchit persona parlayed into a successful film career, eventually becoming the first black actor to become a millionaire. He was also the first black actor to receive screen credit. Stepin Fetchit typical film persona and stage name have long been controversial, and seen as illustrative of negative stereotypes of Negroes. However, a newer interpretation of his film persona contends he was ultimately subversive of the status quo.
Films (55)
Won Ton Ton: The Dog Who Saved Hollywood
1976
Brother, Can You Spare a Dime?
1975
Amazing Grace
1974
Cutter
1972
a.k.a. Cassius Clay
1970
Inquiring Nuns
1968
The Sun Shines Bright
1953
Bend of the River
1952
Harlem Follies of 1949
1950
Miracle in Harlem
1948
Broadway and Main
1946
Baby Don't Go Away from Me
1946
Big Timers
1945
Thru Different Eyes
1942
Zenobia
1939
His Exciting Night
1938
Fifty Roads to Town
1937
Love Is News
1937
On the Avenue
1937
Dimples
1936
36 Hours to Kill
1936
The Virginia Judge
1935
Steamboat Round the Bend
1935
Hot Tip
1935
Charlie Chan in Egypt
1935
One More Spring
1935
Helldorado
1935
Marie Galante
1934
Judge Priest
1934
The World Moves On
1934
Stand Up and Cheer!
1934
David Harum
1934
Carolina
1934
Slow Poke
1933
Neck and Neck
1931
The Galloping Ghost
1931
Wild Horse
1931
The Prodigal
1931
Temps d'Hiver
1930
Face of Desire
1930
A Tough Winter
1930
Swing High
1930
The Big Fight
1930
Cameo Kirby
1930
Big Time
1929
Salute
1929
Show Boat
1929
Fox Movietone Follies of 1929
1929
Thru Different Eyes
1929
The Ghost Talks
1929
Hearts in Dixie
1929
The Tragedy of Youth
1928
The Devil's Skipper
1928
In Old Kentucky
1927
The Mysterious Stranger
1925