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The First Texan
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THE FIRST TEXAN

"HE LEFT HIS MARK ACROSS THE WEST'S THOUSAND TOUGHEST MILES"

19561h 22m6.7 TMDb

Directed by Byron Haskin

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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.

Cast

Joel McCrea

Joel McCrea

Sam Houston

Felicia Farr

Felicia Farr

Katherine Delaney

Jeff Morrow

Jeff Morrow

Jim Bowie

Wallace Ford

Wallace Ford

Henry Delaney

Abraham Sofaer

Abraham Sofaer

Don Carlos - magistrate

Jody McCrea

Jody McCrea

Lt. Baker

Chubby Johnson

Chubby Johnson

Deaf Smith - army scout

William Hopper

William Hopper

William Barrett Travis

Movie Vibe

Suspense5
Emotion6.1
Complexity7.9
Humor5.3
Realism10
Action5.3
Darkness6.1

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  • those seeking nonstop action

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