New video shows Nick Reiner moments before being arrested for parents’ murders
Renowned Hollywood actor and filmmaker Rob Reiner and his wife, Michele Singer Reiner, were found dead inside their Brentwood home in Los Angeles on Sunday, December 14, 2025, authorities said. Their son, Nick Reiner, has since been arrested and charged with two counts of first-degree murder, with prosecutors alleging he used a knife and that the case involves a special circumstance (multiple murders).
What authorities allege happened
According to the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office, Nick Reiner is accused of fatally stabbing his parents at their Brentwood residence in the early hours of December 14, then fleeing before being arrested hours later in Exposition Park that evening.
What reportedly happened the night before
Multiple reports say the Reiner family attended Conan O’Brien’s holiday party on Saturday, December 13, and that a heated argument occurred between Rob and Nick Reiner. A source quoted in reporting described Nick as behaving erratically and unsettling other guests.
Key timeline (as reported publicly)
- Saturday, December 13: The family attends Conan O’Brien’s holiday party; reports describe a loud confrontation between father and son.
- Sunday, December 14: Rob and Michele Reiner are found dead in their Brentwood home; Nick Reiner is later located and arrested in Exposition Park.
- Sunday night: Surveillance video aired by local media appears to show Nick Reiner buying a drink at a gas station convenience store shortly before he is taken into custody; additional footage shows him raising his hands as police approach.
- Tuesday, December 16: The District Attorney announces two murder charges, a special circumstance allegation of multiple murders, and an allegation of using a deadly weapon (knife).
- Court proceedings: Reports indicate Nick Reiner did not appear as initially expected due to medical clearance issues, and then made a first court appearance on December 17, with the arraignment delayed until January.
The newly surfaced videos and public reaction
Footage circulated online and broadcast by news outlets shows Nick Reiner inside a convenience store late Sunday, wearing jeans, a striped jacket, a baseball cap, and a red backpack, calmly paying for a drink. Separate video shows him surrendering as police vehicles arrive, with officers then taking him into custody.
Charges and potential penalties
The District Attorney’s Office said the charges carry a maximum penalty of life in prison without the possibility of parole or the death penalty, although officials emphasized that any decision on seeking the death penalty would be made later.
What remains unclear
Even with the charges filed, several central questions have not been publicly answered in detail, including:
- A confirmed motive for the killings
- The full sequence of events between the party on December 13 and the deaths on December 14
- What evidence prosecutors will present to support first-degree murder (which generally requires proving elements such as intent and, often, premeditation)
As with any criminal case, it is important to note that the charges are allegations, and Nick Reiner is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in court.