Rob Reiner spent a long and prolific career making Hollywood magic from behind the camera, creating a slew of classic films that spanned decades and genres and left an indelible mark on pop culture. The award-winning 78-year-old director, who died Sunday alongside his wife, Michele Singer Reiner, in what authorities are investigating as an “apparent homicide,” helmed various ‘80s and ‘90s films that are still beloved and widely rewatched years later, from romcom When Harry Met Sally… to coming-of-age drama Stand By Me to horror thriller Misery. [time-brightcove not-tgx=”true”] “Rob’s achievements in film and television gave us some of our most cherished stories on screen. But beneath all of the stories he produced was a deep belief in the goodness of people—and a lifelong commitment to putting that belief into action,” wrote former President Barack Obama on X. “Together, he and his wife lived lives defined by purpose. They will be remembered for the values they championed and the countless people they inspired.” Read More: Rob Reiner Did Nothing by Half Measures Fans wanting to revisit Reiner’s iconic works can watch his films across several streaming platforms. Here’s where you can find them. This Is Spinal Tap (1984) Reiner made his directorial debut with 1984’s This is Spinal Tap, a mockumentary following a fictional metal band as they try to climb back up the music charts. The film became a cult classic soon after its release, marking an auspicious beginning to Reiner’s time in the director’s chair. Fans can watch…
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