The Deadly Tower

Overview

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.

Release Date

18 October 1975

100 minutes

Director

Main Cast

Charles Whitman
Ramiro Martinez
Allan Crum
Capt. Fred Ambrose
Lt. Elwood Forbes
Narrator (voice)
C.T. Foss
Tim Davis
Vinni Martinez
Dan Wallace