The Deadly Tower
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.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: The Deadly Tower
- Genres: Drama, Thriller, Action, TV Movie
- Release Date: 1975-10-18
- Runtime: 100 minutes
- Rating: 6.6/10 (25 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies: MGM Television
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 0.6572
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew
Kurt Russell
as Charles Whitman
Richard Yniguez
as Ramiro Martinez
Ned Beatty
as Allan Crum
Pernell Roberts
as Lt. Lee
Clifton James
as Capt. Fred Ambrose
John Forsythe
as Lt. Elwood Forbes
Gilbert Roland
as Narrator (voice)
Paul Carr
as C.T. Foss
Alan Vint
as Tim Davis
Maria Elena Cordero
as Vinni Martinez
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Deadly Tower?▼
The Deadly Tower is a Drama, Thriller, Action, TV Movie movie directed by . It was released on 1975-10-18.
Who are the main actors in The Deadly Tower?▼
The main cast includes Kurt Russell, Richard Yniguez, Ned Beatty, Pernell Roberts, Clifton James, .
Where can I watch The Deadly Tower online?▼
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Is The Deadly Tower based on a true story?▼
No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.
What is the IMDb rating of The Deadly Tower?▼
The Deadly Tower has an IMDb rating of 6.6/10 based on 25 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of The Deadly Tower?▼
The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for The Deadly Tower?▼
The soundtrack was composed by MGM Television. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was The Deadly Tower filmed?▼
The Deadly Tower was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is The Deadly Tower?▼
The total runtime of The Deadly Tower is 100 minutes.
Is The Deadly Tower suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to The Deadly Tower?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Deadly Tower.
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