Stepin Fetchit
Stepin Fetchit
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.
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Director: Anthony Mann
Writers: Borden Chase,
Cast: Arthur Kennedy, Chubby Johnson, Harry Morgan, Howard Petrie, James Stewart, Jay C. Flippen, Julie Adams, Lori Nelson, Rock Hudson, Stepin Fetchit,