The First Texan
The First Texan
Release: 1956-06-29·Runtime: 82m·★ 6.7
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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
Chubby Johnsonas Deaf Smith - army scout
Myron Healeyas Capt. Martin (uncredited)
Jeff Morrowas Jim Bowie
Abraham Sofaeras Don Carlos - magistrate
Jody McCreaas Lt. Baker
Dayton Lummisas Stephen Austin
William Tannenas President Jackson's Aide (uncredited)
Felicia Farras Katherine Delaney
Rodolfo Hoyos Jr.as Col. Cos (as Rodolfo Hoyos)
Roy Robertsas Col. Sam Sherman
Carl Benton Reidas President Andrew Jackson (uncredited)
Lane Chandleras Col. James Fannin (uncredited)
Franklyn Farnumas Delegate (uncredited)
Frank Pugliaas Pepe
David Silvaas General Antonio Lopez de Santa Ana
Salvador Baguezas Don Juan Veramendi (uncredited)
Nestor Paivaas Priest (uncredited)
Fred Aldrichas Courtroom Spectator (uncredited)
Kermit Maynardas Texan (uncredited)
William Phippsas Lt. Jack LeBlanc (uncredited)
Joel McCreaas Sam Houston
Herman Hackas Courtroom Spectator (uncredited)
Frank McGrathas Mexican Horseman (uncredited)
Cosmo Sardoas Delegate (uncredited)
James Griffithas Davy Crockett
Paul Fierroas Lopez (uncredited)
Sol Murgias Courtroom Spectator (uncredited)
Maurice Jaraas Pablo Dominguez (uncredited)
Wallace Fordas Henry Delaney
William Hopperas William Barrett Travis
Nelson Leighas Col. Hockley
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