
Jeffrey Hunter
Acting
Jeffrey Hunter (November 25, 1926 – May 27, 1969) was a versatile American actor who made a significant impact on the film and television industry. He is best known for his portrayal of Martin Pawley in the classic Western film, The Searchers. However, his talent extended beyond Westerns. He also delivered compelling performances in other notable films such as: King of Kings (1961): Hunter played the pivotal role of Jesus Christ in this epic biblical film. The Last Hurrah (1958): He starred alongside Spencer Tracy. Fourteen Hours (1955): He made his film debut in this suspenseful crime thriller. In addition to his film work, Hunter also appeared in several television shows, including Bonanza and The Virginian. Unfortunately, his career was tragically cut short in 1969 at the age of 42 due to an Intracranial hemorrhage.
Born: November 25, 1926 · New Orleans, Louisiana, USA
Filmography (50)

Star Trek: Discovery
2017

Directed by John Ford
1971

Sexy Susan Sins Again
1968

Find a Place to Die
1968

Custer of the West
1967

A Guide for the Married Man
1967

Dimension 5
1966

The Green Hornet
1966

Star Trek
1966

The Monroes
1966

The F.B.I.
1965

The Legend of Jesse James
1965

Brainstorm
1965

Uncle Tom's Cabin
1965

Star Trek: The Cage
1965

Daniel Boone
1964

Kraft Suspense Theatre
1963

Temple Houston
1963

Combat!
1962

The Longest Day
1962

No Man Is an Island
1962

The Alfred Hitchcock Hour
1962

King of Kings
1961

Man-Trap
1961

Checkmate
1960

Hell to Eternity
1960

Sergeant Rutledge
1960

The Last Hurrah
1958

Mardi Gras
1958

Count Five and Die
1957

No Down Payment
1957

The True Story of Jesse James
1957

Gun for a Coward
1956

The Great Locomotive Chase
1956

The Searchers
1956

The Proud Ones
1956

A Kiss Before Dying
1956

Seven Cities of Gold
1955

The 20th Century Fox Hour
1955

White Feather
1955

The Wonderful World of Disney
1954

Climax!
1954

Princess of the Nile
1954

Sailor of the King
1953

Dreamboat
1952

Lure of the Wilderness
1952

Belles on Their Toes
1952

Take Care of My Little Girl
1951

Fourteen Hours
1951

The Frogmen
1951
