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