
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.
Filmography

Combat!
1962 · 8.0

The Way to the Gold
1957 · 8.0

Star Trek
1966 · 8.0

The Alfred Hitchcock Hour
1962 · 7.9

The Searchers
1956 · 7.7

The Longest Day
1962 · 7.6

The Green Hornet
1966 · 7.4

Princess of the Nile
1954 · 7.3

King of Kings
1961 · 7.2

Fourteen Hours
1951 · 7.2

The Last Hurrah
1958 · 7.2

Belles on Their Toes
1952 · 7.1

Daniel Boone
1964 · 7.0

Sailor of the King
1953 · 7.0

Directed by John Ford
1971 · 7.0

Sergeant Rutledge
1960 · 7.0

Star Trek: Discovery
2017 · 6.9

Key Witness
1960 · 6.9

The Monroes
1966 · 6.8

White Feather
1955 · 6.8

Call Me Mister
1951 · 6.8

In Love and War
1958 · 6.7

Kraft Suspense Theatre
1963 · 6.5

The Proud Ones
1956 · 6.5

The Great Locomotive Chase
1956 · 6.4

The True Story of Jesse James
1957 · 6.3

No Down Payment
1957 · 6.3

A Kiss Before Dying
1956 · 6.3

Hell to Eternity
1960 · 6.3

The Private Navy of Sgt. O'Farrell
1968 · 6.3

Star Trek: The Cage
1965 · 6.3

The Frogmen
1951 · 6.2

No Man Is an Island
1962 · 6.2

Lure of the Wilderness
1952 · 6.1

Dreamboat
1952 · 6.1

Brainstorm
1965 · 6.1

The 20th Century Fox Hour
1955 · 6.0

Temple Houston
1963 · 6.0

A Guide for the Married Man
1967 · 6.0

Gun for a Coward
1956 · 6.0

Red Skies of Montana
1952 · 6.0

Julius Caesar
1950 · 6.0

Seven Angry Men
1955 · 6.0

Custer of the West
1967 · 5.9

Uncle Tom's Cabin
1965 · 5.9

The Legend of Jesse James
1965 · 5.8

Man-Trap
1961 · 5.8

Murieta
1965 · 5.7

Seven Cities of Gold
1955 · 5.7

The F.B.I.
1965 · 5.6

The Man from Galveston
1963 · 5.6

Count Five and Die
1957 · 5.6

Three Young Texans
1954 · 5.6

Super Colt 38
1969 · 5.6

Dimension 5
1966 · 5.3

A Witch Without a Broom
1967 · 5.3

Take Care of My Little Girl
1951 · 5.3

Cry Chicago
1969 · 5.3

Gold for the Caesars
1963 · 5.1

Joe Navidad
1967 · 5.0

Checkmate
1960 · 4.8

Find a Place to Die
1968 · 4.8

Climax!
1954 · 3.8

The Star Trek Saga: From One Generation to the Next
1988 · 3.8

Sexy Susan Sins Again
1968 · 3.5

The Resurrection of Christ
2026 · 0.0

Behind the Scenes with Fess Parker
1956 · 0.0