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Reiner Murder Case: Mental Health Defense Explored in Documentary

1/10/2026

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Nick Reiner remains jailed after being charged with the murders of his parents, Rob and Michele Reiner.
TMZ Investigates: The Reiner Murders examines his mental health issues and drug addiction, including delusions and schizoaffective disorder diagnosed in 2020.
His defense team is considering a not guilty by reason of insanity plea, arguing his mental state affected his understanding of his actions.
The documentary airs on Fox and streams on Hulu.

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Story summary

Nick Reiner remains jailed after being charged with the murders of his parents, Rob and Michele Reiner.
TMZ Investigates: The Reiner Murders examines his mental health issues and drug addiction, including delusions and schizoaffective disorder diagnosed in 2020.
His defense team is considering a not guilty by reason of insanity plea, arguing his mental state affected his understanding of his actions.
The documentary airs on Fox and streams on Hulu.