The First Texan

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

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)

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