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The First Texan
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The First Texan

1956-06-29 · 82 min · ★ 7.0

History · Western

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.

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Directors
Byron Haskin
Production companies
Walter Mirisch Productions, Allied Artists
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released

Top Cast

Joel McCreaJoel McCreaSam Houston
Felicia FarrFelicia FarrKatherine Delaney
Jeff MorrowJeff MorrowJim Bowie
Wallace FordWallace FordHenry Delaney
Abraham SofaerAbraham SofaerDon Carlos - magistrate
Jody McCreaJody McCreaLt. Baker
Chubby JohnsonChubby JohnsonDeaf Smith - army scout
William HopperWilliam HopperWilliam Barrett Travis
Dayton LummisDayton LummisStephen Austin
Rodolfo Hoyos Jr.Rodolfo Hoyos Jr.Col. Cos (as Rodolfo Hoyos)
Roy RobertsRoy RobertsCol. Sam Sherman
David SilvaDavid SilvaGeneral Antonio Lopez de Santa Ana
Frank PugliaFrank PugliaPepe
James GriffithJames GriffithDavy Crockett
Nelson LeighNelson LeighCol. Hockley
Salvador BaguezSalvador BaguezDon Juan Veramendi (uncredited)
Carl Benton ReidCarl Benton ReidPresident Andrew Jackson (uncredited)
William TannenWilliam TannenPresident Jackson's Aide (uncredited)
Nestor PaivaNestor PaivaPriest (uncredited)
Tom MonroeLt. Hargrave (uncredited)

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