The Houston Story
“Terror Over Texas!”
Synopsis
A Texas oil driller schemes to steal millions of dollars in oil.
Top Cast
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Gene Barry
Frank Duncan
Barbara Hale
Zoe Crane
Edward Arnold
Paul Atlas
Paul Richards
Gordon Shay
Jeanne Cooper
Madge
Frank Jenks
Louie Phelan
John Zaremba
Emile Constant
Chris Alcaide
Chris Barker
Jack Littlefield
Willie Lucas (as Jack V. Littlefield)
Paul Levitt
Duke
Fred Krone
Marsh
Pete Kellett
Kalo
Claudia Bryar
Clara Phelan (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
February 1, 1956
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- William Castle
- Screenplay & Story
- Robert E. Kent
- Original Title
- The Houston Story
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- German, English
- Runtime
- 1h 19m
- Production Studios
- Clover Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
William Castle
Robert E. Kent
Henry Freulich
Edwin H. Bryant
Sam Katzman
Department Leadership Roster
William Castle
Director
Robert E. Kent
Writer
Sam Katzman
Producer
Henry Freulich
Director of Photography
Edwin H. Bryant
Editor
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Houston Story
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Houston Story about?
A Texas oil driller schemes to steal millions of dollars in oil.
Who directed The Houston Story?
The Houston Story was directed by William Castle.
Who stars in The Houston Story?
The principal cast of The Houston Story includes Gene Barry, Barbara Hale, Edward Arnold, Paul Richards, Jeanne Cooper.
When was The Houston Story released and how long is it?
The Houston Story was released in 1956 with a total runtime of 1h 19m.