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
Rodolfo Hoyos Jr.as Col. Cos (as Rodolfo Hoyos)
Jody McCreaas Lt. Baker
David Silvaas General Antonio Lopez de Santa Ana
James Griffithas Davy Crockett
Salvador Baguezas Don Juan Veramendi (uncredited)
Myron Healeyas Capt. Martin (uncredited)
Jeff Morrowas Jim Bowie
Herman Hackas Courtroom Spectator (uncredited)
William Phippsas Lt. Jack LeBlanc (uncredited)
Abraham Sofaeras Don Carlos - magistrate
Frank Pugliaas Pepe
William Tannenas President Jackson's Aide (uncredited)
Nelson Leighas Col. Hockley
Nestor Paivaas Priest (uncredited)
Lane Chandleras Col. James Fannin (uncredited)
Joel McCreaas Sam Houston
Roy Robertsas Col. Sam Sherman
Paul Fierroas Lopez (uncredited)
Franklyn Farnumas Delegate (uncredited)
Kermit Maynardas Texan (uncredited)
Fred Aldrichas Courtroom Spectator (uncredited)
Sol Murgias Courtroom Spectator (uncredited)
Felicia Farras Katherine Delaney
Wallace Fordas Henry Delaney
Chubby Johnsonas Deaf Smith - army scout
Carl Benton Reidas President Andrew Jackson (uncredited)
Maurice Jaraas Pablo Dominguez (uncredited)
Frank McGrathas Mexican Horseman (uncredited)
Cosmo Sardoas Delegate (uncredited)
William Hopperas William Barrett Travis
Dayton Lummisas Stephen Austin
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