
Stepin Fetchit
Acting
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.
Known For

Bend of the River
1952 · movie

Won Ton Ton: The Dog Who Saved Hollywood
1976 · movie

The Sun Shines Bright
1953 · movie

Judge Priest
1934 · movie

Love Is News
1937 · movie

Stand Up and Cheer!
1934 · movie

David Harum
1934 · movie

Charlie Chan in Egypt
1935 · movie

The World Moves On
1934 · movie

Marie Galante
1934 · movie

Zenobia
1939 · movie

Brother, Can You Spare a Dime?
1975 · movie

The Prodigal
1931 · movie

36 Hours to Kill
1936 · movie

The Big Fight
1930 · movie

Helldorado
1935 · movie

Amazing Grace
1974 · movie

The Galloping Ghost
1931 · movie

The Tragedy of Youth
1928 · movie

Dimples
1936 · movie

Steamboat Round the Bend
1935 · movie

Fox Movietone Follies of 1929
1929 · movie

Swing High
1930 · movie

On the Avenue
1937 · movie

One More Spring
1935 · movie

Show Boat
1929 · movie

Thru Different Eyes
1942 · movie

Neck and Neck
1931 · movie

The Devil's Skipper
1928 · movie

Salute
1929 · movie