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The Deadly Tower

1975100 min 6.7 TMDBIMDb ↗Released

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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Release / first air1975-10-18
Original languageEN
GenresDrama, Thriller, Action
DirectorJerry Jameson
WriterAntonio Calderon
BudgetNot available
RevenueNot available
ProductionMGM Television

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10 cast members
Kurt RussellKurt RussellCharles Whitman
Richard YniguezRichard YniguezRamiro Martinez
Ned BeattyNed BeattyAllan Crum
Pernell RobertsPernell RobertsLt. Lee
Clifton JamesClifton JamesCapt. Fred Ambrose
John ForsytheJohn ForsytheLt. Elwood Forbes
Gilbert RolandGilbert RolandNarrator (voice)
Paul CarrPaul CarrC.T. Foss
Alan VintAlan VintTim Davis
Maria Elena CorderoMaria Elena CorderoVinni Martinez

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

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