The Best Rob Reiner Movies

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List of the best Rob Reiner movies, ranked best to worst with movie trailers when available. Rob Reiner's highest grossing movies have received a lot of accolades over the years, earning millions upon millions around the world. The order of these top Rob Reiner movies is decided by how many votes they receive, so only highly rated Rob Reiner movies will be at the top of the list. Rob Reiner has been in a lot of films, so people often debate each other over what the greatest Rob Reiner movie of all time is. If you and a friend are arguing about this then use this list of the most entertaining Rob Reiner films to end the squabble once and for all.

If you think the best Rob Reiner role isn't at the top, then upvote it so it has the chance to become number one. The greatest Rob Reiner performances didn't necessarily come from the best movies, but in most cases they go hand in hand.

List films range from This Is Spinal Tap to The First Wives Club.

"This list answers the questions, "What are the best Rob Reiner movies?" and "What are the greatest Rob Reiner roles of all time?"

Notable directors that have worked with Rob Reiner include names like Ron Howard, Martin Scorsese and Garry Marshall. Is Rob Reiner your favorite person to watch on the big screen? You might also want to vote on our best Ron Howard and George Lucas films lists too.

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  • This Is Spinal Tap
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    This Is Spinal Tap

    Rob Reiner, Michael McKean, Christopher Guest
    25 votes
    • Released: 1984
    • Directed by: Rob Reiner
    This is Spinal Tap, a 1984 mockumentary, chronicles the fictitious British rock band Spinal Tap. The film stars Michael McKean (David St. Hubbins), Christopher Guest (Nigel Tufnel), and Harry Shearer (Derek Smalls) as members of the band. Directed by Rob Reiner (Marty DiBergi), the film cleverly parodies the wild lifestyle and musical pretensions of hard rock and heavy metal bands. It's known for its satirical insight into the music industry, presenting hilarious scenarios like a Stonehenge stage prop disastrously undersized. This cult classic won the Best Comedy Film award at Brussels International Festival of Fantasy Film in 1985.

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  • The Jerk
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    The Jerk

    Steve Martin, Bernadette Peters, Catlin Adams
    20 votes
    • Released: 1979
    • Directed by: Carl Reiner
    Navin (Steve Martin) believes he was born a poor black child in Mississippi. He is, however, actually white. Upon figuring this out, he heads north to St. Louis to find himself. After landing a job at a gas station, Navin is excited to discover his name printed in the new phone book. This ratification of his existence leads him from one misadventure to another -- as he invents gadgets, dodges bullets, joins the carnival and seeks love in the arms of beautiful Marie (Bernadette Peters).

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  • Misery
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    Misery

    James Caan, Kathy Bates, Frances Sternhagen
    25 votes
    • Released: 1990
    • Directed by: Rob Reiner
    In the chilling thriller Misery, acclaimed novelist Paul Sheldon (James Caan) experiences a disastrous car accident in the midst of a blizzard. Rescued by Annie Wilkes (Kathy Bates, in an Academy Award-winning performance), he soon finds himself held captive by his seemingly benevolent savior turned sadistic fan. The story unfolds as Sheldon, crippled and isolated, must devise a way to escape from Wilkes's demented clutches. Directed by Rob Reiner, this Stephen King adaptation delves into themes of obsession, mental instability, and survival, giving audiences a gripping tale that is sure to keep them on the edge of their seats.

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  • Sleepless in Seattle
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    Sleepless in Seattle

    Tom Hanks, Meg Ryan, Bill Pullman
    31 votes
    • Released: 1993
    • Directed by: Nora Ephron
    In Sleepless in Seattle, Sam Baldwin (Tom Hanks), a widower, sparks nationwide interest when his son Jonah (Ross Malinger) calls into a radio talk show. Across the country, Annie Reed (Meg Ryan), a journalist, hears Sam's poignant story and becomes intrigued by him. As fate would have it, their paths cross in a climactic meeting atop the Empire State Building. This romantic drama, directed by Nora Ephron, garnered two Oscar nominations and is hailed for its charming blend of comedy and pathos. It's a testament to love transcending boundaries.

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  • Bullets over Broadway
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    Bullets over Broadway

    John Cusack, Jack Warden, Chazz Palminteri
    16 votes
    • Released: 1994
    • Directed by: Woody Allen
    Struggling 1920s playwright David Shayne (John Cusack), having failed to secure financing for his latest work, reluctantly makes a deal with mob boss Nick Valenti (Joe Viterelli) : a Broadway debut with the chance to direct, as long as Nick's flibbertigibbet girlfriend, Olive (Jennifer Tilly), plays one of the lead roles. As Olive and star Helen Sinclair (Dianne Wiest) attempt to upstage each other, Olive's gangland bodyguard Cheech (Chazz Palminteri) starts suggesting changes to David's script.

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  • Primary Colors
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    Primary Colors

    John Travolta, Emma Thompson, Billy Bob Thornton
    16 votes
    • Released: 1998
    • Directed by: Mike Nichols
    In this adaptation of the best-selling roman a clef about Bill Clinton's 1992 run for the White House, the young and gifted Henry Burton (Adrian Lester) is tapped to oversee the presidential campaign of Gov. Jack Stanton (John Travolta). Burton is pulled into the politician's colorful world and looks on as Stanton -- who has a wandering eye that could be his downfall -- contends with his ambitious wife, Susan, (Emma Thompson) and an outspoken adviser, Richard Jemmons (Billy Bob Thornton).

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