Archive · 29 Dec 2025
Scorsese Praises Reiner's Misery as Favorite Film
Martin Scorsese, a famous movie director, recently shared a heartfelt message about his friend Rob Reiner, who sadly passed away.
Scorsese said that Misery, a movie directed by Reiner, is his favorite film by him.
He praised Reiner for being a brave storyteller and a kind person who made great movies and cared about the people he worked with.
Reiner was known for making movies that people loved, like The Princess Bride and When Harry Met Sally.
Many people in the movie industry have shared similar kind words about Reiner, remembering him as a warm and talented person.
Misery, which stars James Caan and Kathy Bates, is one of the best movies based on a book by Stephen King.
Martin Scorsese called Misery his favorite Rob Reiner film in an emotional tribute.
Rob Reiner passed away on November 24, 2025, along with his wife Michele Singer Reiner.
Scorsese praised Reiner's fearless storytelling and generosity in his tribute.
Misery, starring James Caan and Kathy Bates, is noted for its intense character work and bold tonal shifts.
Reiner's legacy includes classics like This Is Spinal Tap, Stand by Me, and The Princess Bride.
- Who
- Martin Scorsese and Rob Reiner
- What
- Scorsese's tribute to Reiner and praise for Misery
- When
- After Reiner's death on November 24, 2025
- Where
- Hollywood and Brentwood
- Why
- To honor Reiner's contributions to film and his personal qualities
- Director
- Martin Scorsese
- Film
- Misery
- Director Honored
- Rob Reiner
- Date of Death
- November 24, 2025
- Location of Death
- Brentwood home
- Notable Films
- This Is Spinal Tap, Stand by Me, The Princess Bride, A Few Good Men, When Harry Met Sally, Misery
- Actors in Misery
- James Caan, Kathy Bates
- Award for Kathy Bates
- Academy Award