The First Texan
The First Texan
Release: 1956-06-29·Runtime: 82m·★ 6.7
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After arriving in Texas to escape a scandal back east, lawyer Sam Houston just wants to hang out his shingle, keep a low profile, and stay out of any political intrigue. However, when President Jackson personally orders him to lead the fight for Texan independence, he overcomes his reluctance to become involved and leads his compatriots to a string of victories over the Mexican army.
Production Countries
United States of America
Production Companies
Walter Mirisch Productions
Allied Artists
Cast
William Hopperas William Barrett Travis
Nelson Leighas Col. Hockley
Lane Chandleras Col. James Fannin (uncredited)
Franklyn Farnumas Delegate (uncredited)
Kermit Maynardas Texan (uncredited)
William Phippsas Lt. Jack LeBlanc (uncredited)
Salvador Baguezas Don Juan Veramendi (uncredited)
Myron Healeyas Capt. Martin (uncredited)
Carl Benton Reidas President Andrew Jackson (uncredited)
William Tannenas President Jackson's Aide (uncredited)
Cosmo Sardoas Delegate (uncredited)
Wallace Fordas Henry Delaney
Roy Robertsas Col. Sam Sherman
Fred Aldrichas Courtroom Spectator (uncredited)
Frank McGrathas Mexican Horseman (uncredited)
Joel McCreaas Sam Houston
Dayton Lummisas Stephen Austin
Rodolfo Hoyos Jr.as Col. Cos (as Rodolfo Hoyos)
Sol Murgias Courtroom Spectator (uncredited)
Herman Hackas Courtroom Spectator (uncredited)
Jeff Morrowas Jim Bowie
Abraham Sofaeras Don Carlos - magistrate
Jody McCreaas Lt. Baker
James Griffithas Davy Crockett
Nestor Paivaas Priest (uncredited)
Maurice Jaraas Pablo Dominguez (uncredited)
Chubby Johnsonas Deaf Smith - army scout
Frank Pugliaas Pepe
Felicia Farras Katherine Delaney
David Silvaas General Antonio Lopez de Santa Ana
Paul Fierroas Lopez (uncredited)
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