Jeffrey Hunter quotes

Jeffrey Hunter was an American actor, best known for his roles in classic films and television series of the 1950s and 1960s. Audiences remember him for portraying Jesus Christ in "King of Kings" and Captain Christopher Pike in the original "Star Trek" pilot. He left a lasting impression with his talent, charisma, and striking screen presence. Here are 10 of his quotes:

You try to get the feel of any role, but it's much more difficult in the case of Christ because everyone has their own personal image of Him. It's a role you take on, knowing that no matter how you play it, you are going to disappoint many.

Jeffrey Hunter

With all the weird surroundings of outer space the basic underlying theme of the show is a philosophical approach to man's relationship to woman. There are both sexes in the crew, in fact, the first officer is a woman.

Jeffrey Hunter

I was notified on July 17 to be ready to start August 7 for an October air date. When we reached the screen we did not have a single segment ready. It was done so fast the writers never got a chance to know what it was all about.

Jeffrey Hunter

The idea of making pictures abroad is exciting when you're in Hollywood and have never worked in foreign countries. You think you'll get to see the sights and have all the fun that goes with traveling. Actually, you spend so much time on the job that you don't do much else.

Jeffrey Hunter

I was warned not to do it. Actors who play Jesus are supposed to have a hard time getting other roles to follow, but I felt this was a myth. After all, how can you be typecast as Christ?

Jeffrey Hunter

When it comes to turning out movies, I'm for Hollywood.

Jeffrey Hunter

I love doing motion pictures and expect to be as busy as I want to be in them.

Jeffrey Hunter

There just arent that many Jesus roles around.

Jeffrey Hunter

I doubt if the public thought of me as Christ when they next saw me as Temple Houston on television.

Jeffrey Hunter