JJ Abrams

Having successfully developed the TV series Alias, Lost and Fringe, JJ Abrams is a television producer and film-maker known for his science-fiction and fantasy offerings. In 2009 he directed and released a new feature film reboot of the Star Trek franchise, opening to critical acclaim, with a sequel to follow in 2013.

His other credits include Armageddon, Mission Impossible III, Cloverfield, Super 8 and Revolution.

Occupation:

Director

Nationality:

American

Born:

June 27, 1966 (46)

18:03
'Star Wars Episode 7' casting calls reveal leading character details
Jun 18, 18:40
George Lucas hasn't discussed 'Star Wars Episode 7' with JJ Abrams
Jun 17, 18:54
George Lucas: 'JJ Abrams understands Star Wars'
Jun 10, 15:16
'Star Trek' director JJ Abrams hits out at smartphones
Jun 10, 13:50
'Star Trek's JJ Abrams: 'I haven't shot a film in digital'
Jun 09, 13:08
'Star Wars Episode 7' to start production early 2014?
Jun 07, 16:08
Samuel L Jackson: 'I want to be in Agents of S.H.I.E.LD.'
Jun 06, 10:54
JJ Abrams develops new TV series from 'Twilight Zone' creator
Jun 06, 09:23
Daniel Radcliffe: 'Star Wars role would be awesome'
Jun 04, 10:20
Leonard Nimoy wants role in JJ Abrams's 'Star Wars: Episode 7'
Jun 01, 10:43
Florence Welch for 'Star Wars Episode 7' role?
May 29, 16:46
'Revolution', 'Arrow' revealed as Sky's most-watched shows in April
May 29, 12:36
'Fringe' star John Noble wants 'Star Wars' role: 'It would be epic'
May 28, 18:01
'Attack the Block' Joe Cornish on 'Star Trek 3' director shortlist?
May 28, 11:04
Stephen King: 'Mad Men is basically soap opera'
May 25, 23:30
Composer John Williams on 'Star Wars' revival: 'I'm willing to do it'
May 23, 15:08
Bo Bruce premieres new single 'Alive' music video - watch
May 23, 11:13
Benedict Cumberbatch shirtless in 'Star Trek' shower scene
May 22, 17:47
Josh Holloway would love to play Han Solo in 'Star Wars' spinoff
May 22, 15:54
JJ Abrams, Alfonso Cuarón TV drama 'Believe' debuts trailer - watch
May 22, 04:24
Mark Hamill's 'Star Wars' trousers expected to reach $100k at auction
May 21, 21:55
'Star Trek Into Darkness' writer sorry for Alice Eve underwear scene
May 21, 15:26
Damon Lindelof hints at future 'Star Wars' involvement
May 21, 06:36
'Star Trek Into Darkness' tops Australian box office for second week
May 20, 16:34
'Star Trek Into Darkness' spoilers: Damon Lindelof talks John Harrison
May 20, 09:07
Jonathan Rhys Meyers wanted for 'Star Wars 7'?
May 20, 00:33
Star Trek Into Darkness earns $70m at US box office - top ten in full
May 18, 16:10
Blog: Re-Viewed: 'Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan'
May 16, 20:05
Benedict Cumberbatch: 'Star Trek Into Darkness villain is relevant'
May 16, 19:20
'Star Wars 7': William Shatner, Billy Dee Williams give JJ Abrams tips
May 15, 17:01
Benedict Cumberbatch: 'Star Trek into Darkness is feast for the eyes'
May 15, 15:07
Bo Bruce previews 'Star Trek Into Darkness' song - listen
May 15, 11:20
'Star Trek' composer Michael Giacchino to score 'Apes' sequel
May 15, 10:54
'Star Trek Into Darkness' topples 'Iron Man 3' - UK box office top 10
May 14, 16:52
'Star Trek Into Darkness' Simon Pegg: 'It's exciting to play Scotty'
May 14, 11:34
Simon Pegg: 'I don't have a great wish to be in Star Wars'
May 14, 07:12
'Star Trek Into Darkness' tops Australian box office chart
May 13, 22:36
Sleepy Hollow, JJ Abrams sci-fi unveil new trailers - watch and vote
May 13, 13:27
'Sleepy Hollow', JJ Abrams drama lead Fox 2013-2014 schedule
May 11, 00:59
'Star Wars Episode 7' to film in UK