Stepin Fetchit
Acting
Born 1902-05-30 · 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.
Filmography
Won Ton Ton: The Dog Who Saved Hollywood
Jul 26, 1976
Brother, Can You Spare a Dime?
Aug 6, 1975
Amazing Grace
Aug 30, 1974
Cutter
Jan 26, 1972
a.k.a. Cassius Clay
Nov 3, 1970
Inquiring Nuns
Nov 1, 1968
The Sun Shines Bright
May 2, 1953
Bend of the River
Jan 23, 1952
Harlem Follies of 1949
May 7, 1950
Miracle in Harlem
Nov 29, 1948
Baby Don't Go Away from Me
Mar 2, 1946
Big Timers
Jan 2, 1945
Thru Different Eyes
Jun 19, 1942
Zenobia
Apr 21, 1939
Fifty Roads to Town
Jun 3, 1937
Love Is News
Feb 26, 1937
On the Avenue
Feb 12, 1937
Dimples
Oct 9, 1936
36 Hours to Kill
Jul 24, 1936
The Virginia Judge
Sep 17, 1935
Steamboat Round the Bend
Sep 6, 1935
Hot Tip
Aug 20, 1935
Charlie Chan in Egypt
Jun 4, 1935
One More Spring
Feb 15, 1935
Helldorado
Jan 5, 1935
Marie Galante
Oct 25, 1934
Judge Priest
Sep 15, 1934
The World Moves On
Jun 27, 1934
Stand Up and Cheer!
May 4, 1934
David Harum
Mar 2, 1934