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Release Year1939
Runtime1h 45m
LanguageEnglish
CertificationNR
GenresDrama, History, Western
Votes7
DirectorGeorge Nichols Jr.
WritersWells Root, Edward E. Paramore Jr.
TypeFeature Film
Rating5.6 out of 10
Cast10 credited
Also Known AsMan of Conquest
About Man of Conquest
The story of Sam Houston, hero of the Texas revolution, statesman, and first president of the Republic of Texas.
Directed by George Nichols Jr., Man of Conquest leans on a strong ensemble — Richard Dix, Gail Patrick, Edward Ellis — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.
The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about drama titles of 1939.
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