The First Texan (1956)

Name: The First Texan
Genre: History, Western, War
Released: 1956
Duration: 82 min
Rating: 6.3
Cast: Joel McCrea, Felicia Farr, Jeff Morrow, Wallace Ford, Abraham Sofaer

1h 22m United States of America

History Western War

Plot

Lawyer Sam Houston seeks refuge in Texas to escape a scandal from the East, hoping to establish a quiet practice away from political entanglements. However, President Jackson's directive to rally support for Texan independence thrusts him into the spotlight. Reluctantly stepping into a leadership role, Houston mobilizes his fellow Texans and orchestrates a series of triumphs against the Mexican forces. His journey transforms him from a cautious lawyer into a pivotal figure in the fight for freedom, ultimately altering the course of Texas history.

Cast

Joel McCrea Felicia Farr Jeff Morrow Wallace Ford Abraham Sofaer Jody McCrea Chubby Johnson William Hopper Dayton Lummis Rodolfo Hoyos Jr. Roy Roberts David Silva Frank Puglia James Griffith Nelson Leigh