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