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