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.
Movies & TV Shows
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Star Trek: Discovery (2017) — Captain Christopher Pike (archive footage)
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The Searchers (1956) — Martin Pawley
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Star Trek (1966) — Capt. Christopher Pike (archive footage)
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The Longest Day (1962) — Sgt. (later Lt.) John H. Fuller
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King of Kings (1961) — Jesus
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Sergeant Rutledge (1960) — Lt. Tom Cantrell
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Combat! (1962) — Sgt. Dane
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The Green Hornet (1966) — Emmet Crown
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The Alfred Hitchcock Hour (1962) — Harold
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A Kiss Before Dying (1956) — Gordon Grant
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The Last Hurrah (1958) — Adam Caulfield
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Fourteen Hours (1951) — Danny Klempner
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The True Story of Jesse James (1957) — Frank James
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A Guide for the Married Man (1967) — Technical Adviser
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Directed by John Ford (1971) — (archive footage)
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The Proud Ones (1956) — Thad Anderson
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The Great Locomotive Chase (1956) — William A. Fuller
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Custer of the West (1967) — Captain Benteen
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The Wonderful World of Disney (1954) — Self
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Daniel Boone (1964) — Roark Logan
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Brainstorm (1965) — Jim Grayam
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The Frogmen (1951) — Pappy Creighton
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The F.B.I. (1965) — Francis Jerome
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Hell to Eternity (1960) — Guy Gabaldon
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No Down Payment (1957) — David Martin
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Dreamboat (1952) — Bill Ainslee
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Man-Trap (1961) — Matt Jameson
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Belles on Their Toes (1952) — Bob Grayson
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Find a Place to Die (1968) — Joe Collins
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Gun for a Coward (1956) — Bless Keough
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Dimension 5 (1966) — Justin Power
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White Feather (1955) — Little Dog
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Take Care of My Little Girl (1951) — Chad Carnes
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Lure of the Wilderness (1952) — Ben Tyler
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Climax! (1954) — Wesley Jerome Penn
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Sexy Susan Sins Again (1968) — Count Enrico
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Princess of the Nile (1954) — Prince Haidi
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Uncle Tom's Cabin (1965) — (voice) (uncredited)
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No Man Is an Island (1962) — George R. Tweed
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The 20th Century Fox Hour (1955) — Dick Cannock