The CBS special titled Rob Reiner: Scenes From a Life will air tonight, December 21, 2023, at 20:30 ET. This one-hour tribute highlights the life and career of Rob Reiner, who recently passed away, along with his wife, Michelle Reiner. Viewers can also stream the program on Paramount+.
The special features interviews with notable actors and filmmakers, including Kathy Bates, Annette Bening, Albert Brooks, Michael Douglas, Kiefer Sutherland, Jerry O’Connell, and Mandy Patinkin. These guests will reflect on Reiner’s significant contributions to the film industry and share personal anecdotes about their time with him.
In addition to the interviews, the program will showcase Reiner’s most iconic works, such as The Princess Bride, When Harry Met Sally, Misery, This Is Spinal Tap, The American President, and Stand by Me. The special will also include Reiner’s final interview with journalist Lesley Stahl, which aired on 60 Minutes earlier this past fall.
The airing of this tribute comes during a difficult time for the Reiner family, as Rob Reiner’s son, Nick Reiner, was recently arrested in connection with the deaths of his parents. This development adds another layer of complexity to what was intended to be a celebration of Reiner’s legacy.
Fans and followers of Reiner can expect a heartfelt exploration of his career, which not only included his remarkable film work but also a celebrated role in the classic sitcom All in the Family. The show has garnered significant attention, promising to be a moving account of Reiner’s impact on both the entertainment industry and the lives of those who knew him.
For viewers wishing to catch this poignant tribute, the special will air at 20:30 ET and will be available for streaming shortly after on Paramount+.
