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