The First Texan
"HE LEFT HIS MARK ACROSS THE WEST'S THOUSAND TOUGHEST MILES"
Originally released in 1956. The First Texan is a history/western film. directed by Byron Haskin. At just 82 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Joel McCrea, Felicia Farr, and Jeff Morrow
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.
Quick Facts
Release Date
June 29, 1956
69 years ago
Runtime
1h 22m
82 minutes total
User Rating
6.3/10
Good (9 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
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)
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Walter Mirisch Productions
- Allied Artists
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The First Texan about?
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 Jac...
Who directed The First Texan?
The First Texan was directed by Byron Haskin.
How long is The First Texan?
The First Texan has a runtime of 1 hours and 22 minutes (82 minutes total).
When was The First Texan released?
The First Texan was released on June 29, 1956 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The First Texan?
The main cast of The First Texan includes Joel McCrea, Felicia Farr, Jeff Morrow, Wallace Ford, Abraham Sofaer.