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