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