Jeffrey Hunter
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.
Also Known As
Movie Appearances
The Searchers
as Martin Pawley
1956
A Guide for the Married Man
as Technical Adviser (Mountain Climber)
1967
Brainstorm
as Jim Grayam
1965
King of Kings
as Jesus
1961
Hell to Eternity
as Guy Gabaldon
1960
Sergeant Rutledge
as Lt. Tom Cantrell
1960
The Great Locomotive Chase
as William A. Fuller
1956
Sailor of the King
as Signalman Andrew 'Canada' Brown
1953
The Frogmen
as Pappy Creighton
1951
Super Colt 38
as Billy Hayes
1969
Dimension 5
as Justin Power
1966
Belles on Their Toes
as Bob Grayson
1952
Custer of the West
as Captain Benteen
1967
Fourteen Hours
as Danny Klempner
1951
The True Story of Jesse James
as Frank James
1957
A Kiss Before Dying
as Gordon Grant
1956
Find a Place to Die
as Joe Collins
1968
Man-Trap
as Matt Jameson
1961
The Last Hurrah
as Adam Caulfield
1958
No Man Is an Island
as George R. Tweed
1962
TV Appearances
Temple Houston
as Temple Lea Houston
1963
Star Trek
as Capt. Christopher Pike (archive footage)
1966
Kraft Suspense Theatre
as Fred Girard
1963
The F.B.I.
as Francis Jerome
1965
Combat!
as Sgt. Dane
1962
The Monroes
1966
Daniel Boone
as Roark Logan
1964
Climax!
as Wesley Jerome Penn
1954
The 20th Century Fox Hour
as Dick Cannock
1955
The Legend of Jesse James
as Jeremy Thrallkill
1965
The Green Hornet
as Emmet Crown
1966
The George Gobel Show
as Self
1954