American entertainment giant Rob Reiner spoke with Lesley Stahl in October about the bold choices that launched his directing career — a career that would include cultural touchstones such as A Few Good Men and When Harry Met Sally, among many others. The conversation traces the risks and decisions that moved him from acting into a filmmaking path that shaped American cinema and popular culture.
Reiner’s work as a director, producer and writer left an indelible mark across genres, balancing commercial success with character-driven storytelling. In the interview, he reflects on the early career gambles, the collaborations that mattered, and the instincts that guided him to take on projects that resonated widely.
Reiner and his wife, Michele Singer Reiner, were later found deceased at their home in Los Angeles. This segment from the 60 Minutes archive preserves his voice and recollections about a life in entertainment and the career choices that defined it.