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Jeffrey Hunter

Acting
Known For

42 Years Old

Jeffrey Hunter 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.

Born

New Orleans, Louisiana, USA on 25th November 1926

Died

27th May 1969

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Combat!
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Star Trek
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The Alfred Hitchcock Hour
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Star Trek: Discovery
Captain Christopher Pike (archive footage)
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The F.B.I.
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The F.B.I.
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Daniel Boone
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The Monroes
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The Legend of Jesse James
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Temple Houston
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Climax!
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Climax!
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The George Gobel Show
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The Green Hornet
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The Wonderful World of Disney
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Checkmate
Edward "Jocko" Townsend
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The 20th Century Fox Hour
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Kraft Suspense Theatre
Fred Girard
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The Longest Day
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King of Kings
Jesus
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The Searchers
Martin Pawley
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The Last Hurrah
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The True Story of Jesse James
Frank James
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Sergeant Rutledge
Lt. Tom Cantrell
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For the Love of Spock
Captain Christopher Pike (archive footage)
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Find a Place to Die
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The Star Trek Saga: From One Generation to the Next
Captain Christopher Pike (archive footage)
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Sexy Susan Sins Again
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A Kiss Before Dying
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Custer of the West
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The Proud Ones
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The Frogmen
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Man-Trap
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Mardi Gras
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Star Trek: The Cage
Christopher Pike
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Hell to Eternity
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A Guide for the Married Man
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Brainstorm
Jim Grayam
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No Man Is an Island
George R. Tweed
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Fourteen Hours
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White Feather
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The Great Locomotive Chase
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Gun for a Coward
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Disneyland '59
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Directed by John Ford
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Dreamboat
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Seven Cities of Gold
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No Down Payment
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Uncle Tom's Cabin
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In Love and War
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The Man from Galveston
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Princess of the Nile
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Belles on Their Toes
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Three Young Texans
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Murieta
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Red Skies of Montana
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The Private Navy of Sgt. O'Farrell
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Lure of the Wilderness
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Key Witness
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Seven Angry Men
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Sailor of the King
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Call Me Mister
The Kid
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Joe Navidad
Joe Novak
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A Witch Without a Broom
Garver Logan
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Dimension 5
Justin Power
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Take Care of My Little Girl
Chad Carnes
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Gold for the Caesars
Lacer
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John Wayne-A Life on Film
Self (archive footage)
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Count Five and Die
Captain Bill Ranson
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Behind the Scenes with Fess Parker
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Super Colt 38
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The Way to the Gold
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Cry Chicago
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