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