Series synopsis
Texas Rising is an American drama western television series that premiered on History on May 25, 2015. It ended on June 15, 2015. It was created by Roland Joffé. It stars Bill Paxton, Jeffrey Dean Morgan, Olivier Martinez and Thomas Jane.
A chronicle of the Texas Revolution, the uprising against the tyranny of Mexican dictator Santa Anna, from the battle of the Alamo to the battle of San Jacinto, and the rise of the Texas Rangers.
Premise
A chronicle of the Texas Revolution, the uprising against the tyranny of Mexican dictator Santa Anna, from the battle of the Alamo to the battle of San Jacinto, and the rise of the Texas Rangers.
Premise: Don't mess with Texas.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Bill Paxton as Sam Houston
- Jeffrey Dean Morgan as Deaf Smith
- Olivier Martinez as Antonio López de Santa Anna
- Thomas Jane as James Wykoff
- Max Thieriot as Jack Hays
- Brendan Fraser as Billy Anderson
- Ray Liotta as Lorca
- Christopher McDonald as Henry Karnes
Supporting cast
- Jeremy Davies as Ephraim Knowles
- Crispin Glover as Mosley Baker
- Rhys Coiro as Vern Elwood
- Cynthia Addai-Robinson as Emily West
- Robert Knepper as Empresario Buckley
- Chad Michael Murray as Mirabeau Lamar
- Jeff Fahey as Thomas Rusk
- Sarah Jones as Pauline Wykoff
- Rob Morrow as Colonel James Fannin
- Kris Kristofferson as Andrew Jackson
- Johnathon Schaech as Colonel Sherman
- Jacob Lofland as Colby Pit
Guest cast
- Adam Hicks as Truett Fincham
- Alixandra Fuchs as Susanna Dickinson
Episodes
This series spans 2 seasons with 15 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 0 | 10 | May 17, 2015 | June 20, 2015 |
| Season 1 | 5 | May 25, 2015 | June 15, 2015 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
The Lost Soldier: Chapter 1 Set six months after the Battle of San Jacinto, Texas Rising: The Lost Soldier follows George Wilkins, a Texan soldier, as he searches for his younger brother who went missing in action during the war. |
May 17, 2015 |
| 2 |
Avenging the Alamo: The Road to Texas Rising Ray Liotta narrates this one-hour documentary that presents an accurate rendition of the events preceding and surrounding the defense of the Alamo, and its legacy. Notable experts detail the historical timeline and speak to the pivotal moments that define the Texas Revolution. Actors from Texas Rising add a fresh and contemporary perspective to our understanding of the personalities and motivations of those who played crucial roles in this real-life drama. |
May 18, 2015 |
| 3 |
The Lost Soldier: Chapter 2 Set six months after the Battle of San Jacinto, Texas Rising: The Lost Soldier follows George Wilkins, a Texan soldier, as he searches for his younger brother who went missing in action during the war. |
May 20, 2015 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
From the Ashes After the brutal defeat at the Alamo, the fearless Texas Rangers, under General Sam Houston's command, fight for revenge against Santa Anna's troops. |
May 25, 2015 |
| 2 |
Fate and Fury Surrounded by the Mexican Army, Colonel Fanin's troops are forced into making a surrender deal. But when Santa Anna orders their execution, the Texians are left even more determined to exact revenge. |
May 26, 2015 |
| 3 |
Blood for Blood With his leadership in question, Sam Houston orders his army south to force a final battle with Santa Anna. |
June 1, 2015 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | History |
|---|---|
| First aired | May 25, 2015 |
| Last aired | June 15, 2015 |
| Runtime | 85 minutes |
| Status | Ended |
| Schedule | Monday at 21:00:00 |