Reitman

Reitman is a surname of Jewish origin. Notable people with the name include Ivan Reitman (1946–2022), a Canadian film director and producer whose work helped shape modern American comedy. He directed and produced a number of popular films, including Ghostbusters (1984), and worked on projects across film and television during a multi-decade career.

Jason Reitman (born 1977) is a Canadian-American filmmaker and the son of Ivan Reitman. He established himself with Juno (2007), which received critical acclaim and Academy Award nominations, and followed with Up in the Air (2009). He later directed Ghostbusters: Afterlife (2021), a continuation of the original Ghostbusters franchise, and has been involved in producing and developing projects in both film and television.

Beyond these figures, the surname Reitman may be found among other individuals in various professions, but Ivan and Jason Reitman are the most widely recognized in popular media. The name appears in North American and European contexts, reflecting migration patterns within Jewish communities in the 20th century.