Biography
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 subvers…
Career works
59
Movies
57
Series
2
Career average
6.9/10
Birth date
05/30/1902
Place of birth
Key West, Florida, USA
Date of death
11/19/1985
Filmography highlights
Movies
Won Ton Ton: The Dog Who Saved Hollywood
1976 · 4.3
Brother, Can You Spare a Dime?
1975 · 6.3
Amazing Grace
1974 · 6.8
Cutter
1972 · 9.0
a.k.a. Cassius Clay
1970 · 7.3
Inquiring Nuns
1968 · 8.0
The Sun Shines Bright
1953 · 6.5
Bend of the River
1952 · 7.0
Harlem Follies of 1949
1950 · 7.0
Miracle in Harlem
1948 · 7.5
I Ain’t Gonna Open That Door
1947
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Broadway and Main
1946
Baby Don't Go Away from Me
1946 · 10.0
Big Timers
1945 · 5.0
Thru Different Eyes
1942 · 8.0
Series
