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