The First Texan (1956)
Synopsis
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.
Release Date: 1956-06-29
Runtime: 82 minutes
Director: Byron Haskin
Top Cast
- Joel McCrea as Sam Houston
- Felicia Farr as Katherine Delaney
- Jeff Morrow as Jim Bowie
- Wallace Ford as Henry Delaney
- Abraham Sofaer as Don Carlos - magistrate
- Jody McCrea as Lt. Baker
- Chubby Johnson as Deaf Smith - army scout
- William Hopper as William Barrett Travis
- Dayton Lummis as Stephen Austin
- Rodolfo Hoyos Jr. as Col. Cos (as Rodolfo Hoyos)
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