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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.

Top Billed Cast

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Kurt Russell
Charles Whitman
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Richard Yniguez
Ramiro Martinez
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Ned Beatty
Allan Crum
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Clifton James
Capt. Fred Ambrose

Featured Crew

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Jerry Jameson
Director
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Richard Caffey
Executive Producer
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Antonio Calderon
Story
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Tom Stevens
Editor
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Hal Watkins
Sound
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Gary Shaffer
Casting
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Glenn E. Anderson
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Wilma Francis
Location Casting
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Robin S. Clark
Unit Production Manager
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John M. Poer
Second Assistant Director
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Antonio Calderon
Producer
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Don Ellis
Original Music Composer

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