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
Bend of the River
as Adam
The Sun Shines Bright
as Jeff Poindexter
Judge Priest
as Jeff Poindexter
Charlie Chan in Egypt
as Snowshoes
Dimples
as Cicero
Steamboat Round the Bend
as Jonah
The World Moves On
as Dixie
Won Ton Ton: The Dog Who Saved Hollywood
as Dancing Butler
Zenobia
as Zero
Marie Galante
as Waiter in Pacific Gardens
Stand Up and Cheer!
as Stepin Fetchit
Love Is News
as Penrod
Brother, Can You Spare a Dime?
as Self (archive footage)
Amazing Grace
as Cousin Lincoln
A Tough Winter
as Himself
36 Hours to Kill
as Flash - Pullman Porter
One More Spring
as Zoo Attendant
On the Avenue
as Herman
The Prodigal
as Hokey
a.k.a. Cassius Clay
as Self