Stepin Fetchit
Birthday
May 30, 1902 (83 years)
Place of Birth
Key West, Florida, USA
Known For
Acting
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.
Stepin Fetchit Movies & TV-shows on Netflix
Movies with Stepin Fetchit
6.9
Bend of the River
Jan 23, 1952
4.1
Won Ton Ton: The Dog Who Saved Hollywood
Jul 26, 1976
6.2
Miracle in Harlem
Nov 29, 1948
6.5
Judge Priest
Sep 15, 1934
6.0
Love Is News
Feb 26, 1937
5.7
Brother, Can You Spare a Dime?
Aug 6, 1975
4.8
Marie Galante
Oct 25, 1934
6.4
Dimples
Oct 9, 1936
6.5
The Sun Shines Bright
May 2, 1953
4.6
Zenobia
Apr 21, 1939
5.0
Hot Tip
Aug 20, 1935
3.3
The Prodigal
Feb 21, 1931