Jeffrey Hunter
Acting
Born: 1926-11-25 in New Orleans, Louisiana, USA
Biography
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.
Known For
Star Trek
Capt. Christopher Pike (archive footage)
The Alfred Hitchcock Hour
Harold
Star Trek: Discovery
Captain Christopher Pike (archive footage)
Climax!
Wesley Jerome Penn
Climax!
Phil Aubry
Combat!
Sgt. Dane
Daniel Boone
Roark Logan
The F.B.I.
Francis Jerome
The F.B.I.
Ralph Stuart
Kraft Suspense Theatre
Fred Girard
Checkmate
Edward "Jocko" Townsend
The Green Hornet
Emmet Crown
The 20th Century Fox Hour
Dick Cannock
The Longest Day
Sgt. (later Lt.) John H. Fuller
The Searchers
Martin Pawley
The Wonderful World of Disney
Self
King of Kings
Jesus
The Monroes
The Legend of Jesse James
Jeremy Thrallkill
Temple Houston
Temple Lea Houston
White Feather
Little Dog
Murieta
Joaquín Murrieta
Fourteen Hours
Danny Klempner
The True Story of Jesse James
Frank James
A Witch Without a Broom
Garver Logan
A Kiss Before Dying
Gordon Grant
A Guide for the Married Man
Technical Adviser
Sexy Susan Sins Again
Count Enrico
The Proud Ones
Thad Anderson
The Resurrection of Christ
Custer of the West
Captain Benteen
Sergeant Rutledge
Lt. Tom Cantrell
Dimension 5
Justin Power
Dreamboat
Bill Ainslee
Princess of the Nile
Prince Haidi
The Last Hurrah
Adam Caulfield
No Down Payment
David Martin
Directed by John Ford
(archive footage)
The Great Locomotive Chase
William A. Fuller