Tower of Terror (1997): cast, story & where to watch
1997 · Film · ★ 6.4
Released in 1997, Tower of Terror is a comedy, thriller, family and horror film directed by D.J. MacHale, running about 89 minutes. “Hotel Guest Check In...But They Don't Check Out!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A disgraced reporter investigates an abandoned luxury hotel where five people mysteriously disappeared sixty years earlier.
Who’s in it. Tower of Terror stars Steve Guttenberg as Buzzy Crocker, Kirsten Dunst as Anna Petterson, Nia Peeples as Jill Perry and Michael McShane as Chris 'Q' Todd, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.4/10, Tower of Terror has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Tower of Terror page.
If you liked it. Fans of Tower of Terror tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Tower of Terror (1997)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Tower of Terror change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Tower of Terror worth watching?
- Tower of Terror holds an audience score of 6.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, thriller, family and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Tower of Terror?
- Tower of Terror stars Steve Guttenberg, Kirsten Dunst, Nia Peeples, Michael McShane and Amzie Strickland.
- When was Tower of Terror released?
- Tower of Terror was released in 1997, with a runtime of about 89 minutes.