As Actor
Amazing Grace
1974
6.6
Stepin Fetchit
Acting
Born
May 30, 1902
Place of Birth
Key West, Florida, USA
Deceased
November 19, 1985
Biography
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.
The Filmography
As Actor
The Sun Shines Bright
1953
6.4
As Actor
Bend of the River
1952
6.9
As Actor
Dimples
1936
6.4
As Actor
36 Hours to Kill
1936
5.3
As Actor
David Harum
1934
7.0
As Actor
Wild Horse
1931
6.5
As Actor
Show Boat
1929
5.7
As Actor
Fox Movietone Follies of 1929
1929
3.0
As Actor
Hearts in Dixie
1929
3.0
As Actor
The Tragedy of Youth
1928
1.0