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