Rob Reiner

Rob Reiner Profile Photo

Characters played by Rob Reiner

Michael Stivic — All in the Family (1971)

Michael is Gloria’s husband, initially a college student who later becomes a graduate student and college instructor. Archie calls him “Meathead,” reflecting their frequent ideological friction. Michael’s counterculture-influenced values sharply contrast with Archie’s views, while living in the Bunkers’ home intensifies the conflict between the two generations.

Max Belfort — The Wolf of Wall Street (2013)

Jordan Belfort's father. He provides pragmatic advice, urging Jordan to step away from his illegal business to avoid severe legal consequences, which Jordan initially rejects.

Screwie — Everyone's Hero (2006)

A sentient baseball discovered by Yankee. He accompanies the boy on his journey to Chicago, urging him to return the stolen bat to Babe Ruth and ultimately serving as the ball Yankee hits to score the game-winning run.

Marty DiBergi — This Is Spinal Tap (1984)

Filmmaker documenting Spinal Tap's 1982 US tour. Returns decades later to capture the band's reunion concert. Investigates their history, mediates tensions, and witnesses the final chaotic performance, including giving the Heimlich maneuver to drummer Didi.

John Walcott — Shock and Awe (2017)

Editor-in-Chief of Knight Ridder who initiates the team's investigation into the Iraq WMD claims. Uncovers mounting evidence suggesting the Bush Administration's motives are deceptive and pushes reporters to challenge the official narrative.

Truck Driver Picking Up Navin (uncredited) — The Jerk (1979)

Hauls Navin during his cross-country journey, facilitating his travel.

Sheldon Flender — Bullets Over Broadway (1994)

A hedonistic Marxist friend of David Shayne. He becomes the object of Ellen's affection, prompting David to confront him on opening night, which ultimately leads to David's personal reconciliation with Ellen.

Marty DiBergi — Spinal Tap II: The End Continues (2025)

Documentary filmmaker chronicling Spinal Tap's reunion and original 1982 tour.

Career Overview

Rob Reiner has 190 screen credits in a career dating back to 1960. Their work spans 4 cinematic universes — most prominently This Is Spinal Tap Collection with 2 titles. Signature works include A Few Good Men, The Princess Bride, Stand by Me. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.

Personal Facts

Known For
Directing
Gender
male
Known Credits
190
Birth Date
1947-03-06
Birth Place
The Bronx, New York City, New York, USA

Known For

Associated Universes

Universe traveler — spans 4 universes

Frequent Collaborators

Credits

Content sources

Related entry on Wikidata (Q287607), public domain (CC0).