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The Fabulous Texan
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The Fabulous Texan

1947-11-09 · 95 min · ★ 6.5

War · Western

A couple of Confederate soldiers, returning home from the Civil War, find Texas transformed into an armed camp with a quasi-dictator gathering up land and power as fast as he can. The two former Rebels take on this despot each in his own way.

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Directors
Edward Ludwig
Production companies
Republic Pictures
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released

Top Cast

Bill ElliottBill ElliottJosie Allen
John CarrollJohn CarrollJohn Wesley Baker
Catherine McLeodCatherine McLeodJosie Allen
Albert DekkerAlbert DekkerGibson Hart
Andy DevineAndy DevineElihu Mills
Patricia KnightPatricia KnightJosie Allen
Ruth DonnellyRuth DonnellyUtopia Mills
Johnny SandsJohnny SandsBud Clayton
Harry DavenportHarry DavenportRev. Baker
Robert BarratRobert BarratDr. Sharp (as Robert H. Barrat)
Douglass DumbrilleDouglass DumbrilleLuke Roland
Reed HadleyReed HadleyJessup
Roy BarcroftRoy BarcroftStandifer
Russell SimpsonRussell SimpsonWade Clayton
James BrownJames BrownShep Clayton
Jim DavisJim DavisSam Bass
George Beban Jr.George Beban Jr.Dick Clayton
John MilesJohn MilesSim Clayton

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