The First Texan (movie)

The First Texan (movie)

  • User score: 6.1
  • Production country: United States of America
  • Producer: Byron Haskin
  • Production companies: Walter Mirisch Productions, Allied Artists
  • Genre: History, Western, War
  • Release date: 6/29/1956
  • Run time: 82 min.

Movie description

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.

Actors

Joel McCrea

Joel McCrea

Role(s): Sam Houston

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Felicia Farr

Felicia Farr

Role(s): Katherine Delaney

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Jeff Morrow

Jeff Morrow

Role(s): Jim Bowie

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Wallace Ford

Wallace Ford

Role(s): Henry Delaney

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Abraham Sofaer

Abraham Sofaer

Role(s): Don Carlos - magistrate

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