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