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The Deadly Tower
6.7 / 10• 1975• 1h 40m•PG• English
DramaThrillerActionTV Movie
Storyline
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
Kurt Russell
Charles Whitman
Lead
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
What People Are Saying
4.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Jerry Jameson's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
3.0
“Every frame feels alive. The Deadly Tower is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
