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