
Jeffrey Hunter
Born: 1926-11-25
Place of Birth: 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

The Great Locomotive Chase

Sergeant Rutledge

The Searchers

The Longest Day

The Frogmen

Key Witness

Seven Angry Men

King of Kings

A Kiss Before Dying

Joe Navidad

Cry Chicago

The Proud Ones

Man-Trap

Three Young Texans

Uncle Tom's Cabin

Murieta

Fourteen Hours

Dreamboat

A Witch Without a Broom

White Feather

Sailor of the King

No Down Payment

Red Skies of Montana

Dimension 5

No Man Is an Island

Gun for a Coward

The Last Hurrah

Custer of the West

Directed by John Ford

Star Trek: The Cage

Sexy Susan Sins Again

The True Story of Jesse James

A Guide for the Married Man

In Love and War

Hell to Eternity

Princess of the Nile

The Star Trek Saga: From One Generation to the Next

Mardi Gras

Take Care of My Little Girl

The Man from Galveston

The Private Navy of Sgt. O'Farrell

Seven Cities of Gold

Brainstorm

Disneyland '59

Belles on Their Toes

Find a Place to Die

Gold for the Caesars

The Way to the Gold

Call Me Mister

Lure of the Wilderness

Behind the Scenes with Fess Parker

Count Five and Die

John Wayne-A Life on Film
