Rob Reiner's final on-screen role in Larry David’s HBO comedy, “Life, Larry and the Pursuit of Unhappiness: An Almost History of America,” has generated significant online criticism.

The cameo, which features Reiner portraying George Washington, was filmed in November, roughly a month before his tragic death.

Director Jeff Schaffer described the appearance as Reiner’s “last laugh” against former President Donald Trump, noting its release on Fourth of July weekend.

This political framing and the timing of the cameo, nearly six months after Reiner and his wife Michele were found dead, have been met with disapproval from social media users.

Critics have argued that the context of his death makes the idea of a “last laugh” inappropriate.

In the sketch, Reiner's George Washington declares he will not seek a third term and proposes a constitutional amendment to prohibit presidential power.

Larry David, also in colonial attire, questions this, suggesting a scenario where a narcissistic president might disregard the Constitution.

Jimmy Kimmel also makes an appearance, further satirizing presidential behavior.

The sketch concludes with an In Memoriam card honoring the late director.

The Los Angeles Fire Department discovered the bodies of Rob and Michele Reiner in their Brentwood home on December 14.

Their son, Nick Reiner, was taken into custody the same night and formally charged with two counts of first-degree murder with a special circumstance of multiple murders two days later.

Nick Reiner pleaded not guilty during his arraignment on February 23.

Recent reports indicate that Nick Reiner has sought access to his $1.5 million trust fund, alleging he was blocked from using it to hire a private attorney.

He is currently facing a maximum sentence of life in prison without parole or the death penalty.