HE LEFT HIS MARK ACROSS THE WEST'S THOUSAND TOUGHEST MILES
The First Texan (1956)
6.7/10 · 101h 22mHistory, Western, War
Directed by Byron Haskin
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.
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Top cast
Joel McCreaSam Houston
Felicia FarrKatherine Delaney
Jeff MorrowJim Bowie
Wallace FordHenry Delaney
Abraham SofaerDon Carlos - magistrate
Jody McCreaLt. Baker
Chubby JohnsonDeaf Smith - army scout
William HopperWilliam Barrett Travis
