The First Texan
The First Texan
Release: 1956-06-29·Runtime: 82m·★ 6.3
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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)
Myron Healeyas Capt. Martin (uncredited)
Frank McGrathas Mexican Horseman (uncredited)
Jeff Morrowas Jim Bowie
Abraham Sofaeras Don Carlos - magistrate
Chubby Johnsonas Deaf Smith - army scout
Frank Pugliaas Pepe
Lane Chandleras Col. James Fannin (uncredited)
William Phippsas Lt. Jack LeBlanc (uncredited)
Nestor Paivaas Priest (uncredited)
Felicia Farras Katherine Delaney
William Hopperas William Barrett Travis
David Silvaas General Antonio Lopez de Santa Ana
Maurice Jaraas Pablo Dominguez (uncredited)
Paul Fierroas Lopez (uncredited)
Wallace Fordas Henry Delaney
Dayton Lummisas Stephen Austin
Carl Benton Reidas President Andrew Jackson (uncredited)
William Tannenas President Jackson's Aide (uncredited)
Franklyn Farnumas Delegate (uncredited)
Kermit Maynardas Texan (uncredited)
Herman Hackas Courtroom Spectator (uncredited)
Cosmo Sardoas Delegate (uncredited)
Joel McCreaas Sam Houston
Jody McCreaas Lt. Baker
Roy Robertsas Col. Sam Sherman
Nelson Leighas Col. Hockley
Salvador Baguezas Don Juan Veramendi (uncredited)
Fred Aldrichas Courtroom Spectator (uncredited)
James Griffithas Davy Crockett
Sol Murgias Courtroom Spectator (uncredited)
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