The Deadly Tower
Originally released in 1975. The Deadly Tower is a drama/thriller film. directed by Jerry Jameson.
Starring Kurt Russell, Richard Yniguez, and Ned Beatty
Synopsis
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.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 18, 1975
50 years ago
Runtime
1h 40m
100 minutes total
User Rating
6.6/10
Good (27 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
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
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- MGM Television
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Deadly Tower about?
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 t...
Who directed The Deadly Tower?
The Deadly Tower was directed by Jerry Jameson.
How long is The Deadly Tower?
The Deadly Tower has a runtime of 1 hours and 40 minutes (100 minutes total).
When was The Deadly Tower released?
The Deadly Tower was released on October 18, 1975 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Deadly Tower?
The main cast of The Deadly Tower includes Kurt Russell, Richard Yniguez, Ned Beatty, Pernell Roberts, Clifton James.