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