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The Deadly Tower

6.719751h 40mPGMovieDramaThrillerAction

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.

DirectorJerry Jameson
WritersAntonio Calderon·William Douglas Lansford
ProducersRichard Caffey·Antonio Calderon

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Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Jerry Jameson

KRKurt Russell
Kurt Russell
Charles Whitman
RYRichard Yniguez
Richard Yniguez
Ramiro Martinez
NBNed Beatty
Ned Beatty
Allan Crum
PRPernell Roberts
Pernell Roberts
Lt. Lee
CJClifton James
Clifton James
Capt. Fred Ambrose
JFJohn Forsythe
John Forsythe
Lt. Elwood Forbes
GRGilbert Roland
Gilbert Roland
Narrator (voice)
PCPaul Carr
Paul Carr
C.T. Foss
AVAlan Vint
Alan Vint
Tim Davis
MC
Maria Elena Cordero
Vinni Martinez
PSPepe Serna
Pepe Serna
Mano
DHDon Hood
Don Hood
Dan Wallace

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The Deadly Tower — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Deadly Tower?

The Deadly Tower isn't on any subscription service in Canada right now, but you can rent or buy it on Apple TV Store. It's not on Netflix.

Is The Deadly Tower on Netflix?

No, The Deadly Tower is not on Netflix in Canada as of November 2026. You can rent or buy it on Apple TV Store.

Is The Deadly Tower on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Deadly Tower isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now.

Where can I watch The Deadly Tower for free?

The Deadly Tower isn't available free in Canada; you can only rent or buy it on Apple TV Store.

Is The Deadly Tower based on a true story?

Yes — The Deadly Tower is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).