1939 Man of Conquest The story of Sam Houston, hero of the Texas revolution, statesman, and first president of the Republic of Texas. Credits Director George Nichols Jr. Cast Richard Dix , Gail Patrick , Edward Ellis , Joan Fontaine , Victor Jory , Robert Barrat , George 'Gabby' Hayes , Ralph Morgan , Robert Armstrong , C. Henry Gordon Studio Republic Pictures Genres Drama History Western External IMDb Posters 5 US theatrical US international US character US teaser ES imax