Jeffrey Hunter

Known for ActingBorn 1926-11-25Died 1969-05-27New Orleans, Louisiana, USA

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.Read more

Movies & web series

Star Trek

The Way to the Gold

The Wonderful World of Disney

Combat!

The Alfred Hitchcock Hour

The George Gobel Show

The Searchers

The Longest Day

Star Trek: Discovery

The Green Hornet

Disneyland '59

Princess of the Nile

Fourteen Hours

The Last Hurrah

King of Kings

Belles on Their Toes

Daniel Boone

Directed by John Ford

Sergeant Rutledge

Sailor of the King

Key Witness

The Monroes

White Feather

Call Me Mister

In Love and War

Kraft Suspense Theatre

The Proud Ones

Hell to Eternity

The Private Navy of Sgt. O'Farrell

No Down Payment

The Great Locomotive Chase

The True Story of Jesse James

A Kiss Before Dying

No Man Is an Island

Brainstorm

The Frogmen

Mardi Gras

Custer of the West

Temple Houston

Dreamboat

A Guide for the Married Man

Lure of the Wilderness

Gun for a Coward

Uncle Tom's Cabin

Seven Angry Men

The 20th Century Fox Hour

Julius Caesar

Star Trek: The Cage