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The Deadly Tower (1975)

18/10/1975 (US)•Drama, Thriller, Action, TV Movie•1h 40m
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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.

    Top Billed Cast

    1. Kurt Russell

      Kurt Russell

      Charles Whitman

    2. Richard Yniguez

      Richard Yniguez

      Ramiro Martinez

    3. Ned Beatty

      Ned Beatty

      Allan Crum

    4. Pernell Roberts

      Pernell Roberts

      Lt. Lee

    5. Clifton James

      Clifton James

      Capt. Fred Ambrose

    6. John Forsythe

      John Forsythe

      Lt. Elwood Forbes

    7. Gilbert Roland

      Gilbert Roland

      Narrator (voice)

    8. Paul Carr

      Paul Carr

      C.T. Foss

    9. Alan Vint

      Alan Vint

      Tim Davis

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    StatusReleased

    Original LanguageEnglish

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    Keywords

    • sniper
    • based on true story
    • sniper rifle
    • university
    • tower
    • austin, texas
    • mass shooting

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