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.
Movies & TV Shows
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Bend of the River (1952) — Adam
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The Sun Shines Bright (1953) — Jeff Poindexter
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Judge Priest (1934) — Jeff Poindexter
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Charlie Chan in Egypt (1935) — Snowshoes
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Dimples (1936) — Cicero
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Steamboat Round the Bend (1935) — Jonah
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The World Moves On (1934) — Dixie
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Won Ton Ton: The Dog Who Saved Hollywood (1976) — Dancing Butler
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Zenobia (1939) — Zero
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Marie Galante (1934) — Waiter in Pacific Gardens
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Stand Up and Cheer! (1934) — Stepin Fetchit
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Love Is News (1937) — Penrod
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Brother, Can You Spare a Dime? (1975) — Self (archive footage)
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Amazing Grace (1974) — Cousin Lincoln
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A Tough Winter (1930) — Himself
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36 Hours to Kill (1936) — Flash - Pullman Porter
- Tonight Starring Jack Paar (1957) — Self
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One More Spring (1935) — Zoo Attendant
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On the Avenue (1937) — Herman
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The Prodigal (1931) — Hokey
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a.k.a. Cassius Clay (1970) — Self
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Salute (1929) — Smoke Screen
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The Big Fight (1930) — Spot
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Big Timers (1945)
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Show Boat (1929) — Joe
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Hollywood Black (2024) — Self (archive footage)
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Carolina (1934) — Scipio
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The Tragedy of Youth (1928) — Porter
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Wild Horse (1931) — Stepin
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The Galloping Ghost (1931) — Baxter College Locker Room Attendant
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Miracle in Harlem (1948) — 'Swifty', the Handyman
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Hearts in Dixie (1929) — Gummy
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Swing High (1930) — Sam
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Fox Movietone Follies of 1929 (1929) — Swifty
- His Exciting Night (1938) — Casper
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Hot Tip (1935) — Cook
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David Harum (1934) — Sylvester
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Big Time (1929) — Eli
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Inquiring Nuns (1968) — Self
- Face of Desire (1930)