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.
Type:
MOVIE
Country:
US
Genres:
Drama, Thriller, Action, TV Movie
Release:
October 1975
Production:
MGM Television
Cast:
Kurt Russell, Richard Yniguez, Ned Beatty, Pernell Roberts, Clifton James, John Forsythe, Gilbert Roland, Paul Carr, Alan Vint, Maria Elena Cordero, Pepe Serna, Don Hood, Jerry Leggio, Roger Manning
Tags:
sniper, based on true story, sniper rifle, university, tower, austin, texas, mass shooting
