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The Deadly Tower (1975)

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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.

Cast & Crew

Director
Jerry Jameson
  • Profile picture of Kurt Russell
    Charles Whitman Kurt Russell
  • Profile picture of Richard Yniguez
    Ramiro Martinez Richard Yniguez
  • Profile picture of Ned Beatty
    Allan Crum Ned Beatty
  • Profile picture of Pernell Roberts
    Lt. Lee Pernell Roberts
  • Profile picture of Clifton James
    Capt. Fred Ambrose Clifton James
  • Profile picture of John Forsythe
    Lt. Elwood Forbes John Forsythe
  • Profile picture of Gilbert Roland
    Narrator (voice) Gilbert Roland
  • Profile picture of Paul Carr
    C.T. Foss Paul Carr

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