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