The Fabulous Texan
“IN HER ARMS...he forgot he was outside the law!”
Synopsis
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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Bill Elliott
Josie Allen
John Carroll
John Wesley Baker
Catherine McLeod
Josie Allen
Albert Dekker
Gibson Hart
Andy Devine
Elihu Mills
Patricia Knight
Josie Allen
Ruth Donnelly
Utopia Mills
Johnny Sands
Bud Clayton
Harry Davenport
Rev. Baker
Robert Barrat
Dr. Sharp (as Robert H. Barrat)
Douglass Dumbrille
Luke Roland
Reed Hadley
Jessup
Roy Barcroft
Standifer
Russell Simpson
Wade Clayton
James Brown
Shep Clayton
Jim Davis
Sam Bass
George Beban Jr.
Dick Clayton
John Miles
Sim Clayton
Release History & Theatrical Window
November 9, 1947
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Edward Ludwig
- Screenplay & Story
- Lawrence Hazard, Horace McCoy
- Original Score
- Anthony Collins
- Original Title
- The Fabulous Texan
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 35m
- Production Studios
- Republic Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Edward Ludwig
Lawrence Hazard, Horace McCoy, Hal Long
Anthony Collins
Reggie Lanning
Richard L. Van Enger
Department Leadership Roster
Lawrence Hazard
Screenplay
Horace McCoy
Screenplay
Edward Ludwig
Director
Anthony Collins
Original Music Composer
Reggie Lanning
Director of Photography
Richard L. Van Enger
Editor
Adele Palmer
Costume Design
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Fabulous Texan.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Fabulous Texan
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What is The Fabulous Texan about?
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.
Who directed The Fabulous Texan?
The Fabulous Texan was directed by Edward Ludwig.
Who stars in The Fabulous Texan?
The principal cast of The Fabulous Texan includes Bill Elliott, John Carroll, Catherine McLeod, Albert Dekker, Andy Devine.
When was The Fabulous Texan released and how long is it?
The Fabulous Texan was released in 1947 with a total runtime of 1h 35m.
Who composed the musical score for The Fabulous Texan?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Fabulous Texan was composed by Anthony Collins.