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