The Deadly Tower (1975)
18/10/1975
Drama, Thriller, Action, TV Movie
1h 40m
- 66% (25 votes)
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Overview
The real-life story of Charles Whitman's deadly shooting spree at the University of Texas is retold. In August 1966, after killing his wife and mother, Whitman climbed to the top of the school's tower and opened fire on passers-by, killing 13 and wounding many others.
- Jerry JamesonDirector
Status
Released
Original Language
English
Keywords
- sniper
- based on true story
- sniper rifle
- university
- tower
- austin, texas
- mass shooting
Top Billed Cast
Kurt Russell
Charles Whitman
Richard Yniguez
Ramiro Martinez
Ned Beatty
Allan Crum
Pernell Roberts
Lt. Lee
Clifton James
Capt. Fred Ambrose
John Forsythe
Lt. Elwood Forbes
Gilbert Roland
Narrator (voice)
Paul Carr
C.T. Foss
Alan Vint
Tim Davis
Maria Elena Cordero
Vinni Martinez
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