J.J. Abrams

Born: 1966-06-27

Jeffrey Jacob Abrams (born June 27, 1966) is an American filmmaker. He is best known for his work in the genres of action, drama, and science fiction. Abrams wrote or produced such films as Regarding Henry (1991), Forever Young (1992), Armageddon (1998), Cloverfield (2008), Star Trek (2009), Star Wars: The Force Awakens (2015), and Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker (2019). Abrams has created numerous television series, including Felicity (co-creator, 1998–2002), Alias (creator, 2001–2006), Lost (co-creator, 2004–2010), and Fringe (co-creator, 2008–2013). He won two Emmy Awards for Lost — Outstanding Directing for a Drama Series and Outstanding Drama Series. His directorial film work includes Mission: Impossible III (2006), Star Trek (2009), Super 8 (2011), and Star Trek Into Darkness (2013). He also directed, produced and co-wrote Star Wars: The Force Awakens (2015), the seventh episode of the Star Wars saga, the first film of the sequel trilogy, his highest-grossing film, as well as the fourth-highest-grossing film of all time not adjusted for inflation. He returned to Star Wars by co-writing, producing and directing the ninth and final installment of the saga, Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker (2019). Abrams's frequent collaborators include producer Bryan Burk, actors Greg Grunberg, Simon Pegg and Keri Russell, composer Michael Giacchino, writers Alex Kurtzman and Roberto Orci, cinematographers Daniel Mindel and Larry Fong, and editors Maryann Brandon and Mary Jo Markey. Description above from the Wikipedia article J.J. Abrams, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.


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Released: 2019-12-18

The surviving Resistance faces the First Order once again as the journey of Rey, Finn and Poe...

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Released: 2019-06-12

The Men in Black have always protected the Earth from the scum of the universe. In this new...

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as Delivery Boy
Released: 1991-07-10

Respected lawyer, Henry Turner survives a convenience-store shooting only to find he has lost...

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Diabolique

as Video Photographer #2
Released: 1996-03-22

The wife and mistress of a cruel school master collaborate in a carefully planned and executed...

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The Disaster Artist

as J.J. Abrams
Released: 2017-03-12

An aspiring actor in Hollywood meets an enigmatic stranger by the name of Tommy Wiseau, the...

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Spielberg

as Self
Released: 2017-10-05

A documentary on the life and career of one of the most influential film directors of all time,...

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Love, Antosha

as Self
Released: 2019-08-02

From a prolific career in film and television, Anton Yelchin left an indelible legacy as an...

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For the Love of Spock

as Himself
Released: 2016-09-09

The life of Star Trek's Mr. Spock — as well as that of Leonard Nimoy, the actor who played Mr....

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Six Degrees of Separation

as Doug
Released: 1993-12-08

The story of a young, gay, black, con artist who, posing as the son of Sidney Poitier, cunningly...

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Tour de Pharmacy

as J.J. Abrams
Released: 2017-07-08

A mockumentary that chronicles the prevalence of doping in the world of professional cycling.

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The Greatest Movie Ever Sold

as Himself
Released: 2011-04-22

A documentary about branding, advertising and product placement that is financed and made...

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The Suburbans

as Rock Journalist
Released: 1999-10-29

An 80s one-hit wonder band named The Suburbans reform for a special performance at one of the...

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Star Wars: The Legacy Revealed

as Self
Released: 2007-05-28

Film-makers and academics discuss the use of mythology in Star Wars and the impact of the films...

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50 Years of Star Trek

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Released: 2016-08-14

Over the last fifty years, America has been fascinated by Star Trek since it first aired in...

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Director by Night

as Self (archive footage)
Released: 2022-11-04

Acclaimed composer Michael Giacchino made his directorial debut with Marvel Studios' Special...

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Secrets of the Force Awakens: A Cinematic Journey

as Self
Released: 2016-04-16

An inside look at the making of the movie Star Wars: Episode VII - The Force Awakens (2015),...

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The Skywalker Legacy

as Self
Released: 2020-03-18

The story lives forever in this feature-length documentary that charts the making of Star Wars:...

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King Cohen: The Wild World of Filmmaker Larry Cohen

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Released: 2018-07-07

A feature-length documentary focusing on the acclaimed work and eclectic career of maverick...

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Star Wars: Evolution of the Lightsaber Duel

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Released: 2015-12-15

Though lightsabers have been a force in the Star Wars galaxy since George Lucas’ original film,...

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Showrunners: The Art of Running a TV Show

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Released: 2014-10-17

“Showrunners” is the first ever feature length documentary film to explore the fascinating world...

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And the Winner Isn't

as Self
Released: 2017-12-08

A satirical documentary charting Geoffrey Moore and his daughter Ambra’s journey through...

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Industrial Light & Magic: Creating the Impossible

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Released: 2010-11-12

Leslie Iwerks' documentary takes audiences behind the scenes at ILM with in depth interviews...

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Comic Book: The Movie

as Self
Released: 2004-01-27

Hugh Hefner, Stan Lee, Mark Hamill and Kevin Smith journey into the world of comic book fandom!...

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Star Wars: Greatest Moments

as Self
Released: 2015-12-26

Alex Zane counts down the top 20 Star Wars moments as voted by the public. Includes...

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Blood, Boobs & Beast

as Himself
Released: 2007-05-03

A look at the works and life of the late, great Don Dohler.

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Three Kinds of Close Encounters

as Self
Released: 2017-09-19

This new extra begins with a look back at the movie's impact at the time it was made. It goes on...

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Star Trek: Secrets of the Universe

as Himself
Released: 2013-05-16

Is building our own starship Enterprise possible? Will we ever travel between the stars as...

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Charlie Mackesy: The Boy, the Mole, the Fox, the Horse and Me

as Self
Released: 2022-12-24

Artist and illustrator Charlie Mackesy takes us on a journey through his life, revealing the...

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John Williams: The Seventh Symphony

as uncredited
Released: 2016-01-02

A discussion of Williams' iconic work and new material for The Force Awakens.

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815 - The Story of the Lost Pilot

as uncredited
Released: 2023-05-18

When Lost premiered on September 22nd 2004 it redefined television in a way that only a few did...

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The Daily Show

as Self
First aired: 1996-07-22

The World's Fakest News Team tackle the biggest stories in news, politics and pop culture.

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The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon

as Self
First aired: 2014-02-17

After Jay Leno's second retirement from the program, Jimmy Fallon stepped in as his permanent...

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Family Guy

as J.J. Abrams (voice)
First aired: 1999-01-31

Sick, twisted, politically incorrect and Freakin' Sweet animated series featuring the adventures...

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Saturday Night Live

as Self - Cameo (uncredited)
First aired: 1975-10-11

A late-night live television sketch comedy and variety show created by Lorne Michaels. The...

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Last Week Tonight with John Oliver

as Self
First aired: 2014-04-27

A half-hour satirical look at the week in news, politics and current events.

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The Colbert Report

as uncredited
First aired: 2005-10-17

The Colbert Report is an American satirical late night television program that airs Monday...

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The Simpsons

as J.J. Abrams (voice)
First aired: 1989-12-17

Set in Springfield, the average American town, the show focuses on the antics and everyday...

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Late Night with Conan O'Brien

as Self - Guest
First aired: 1993-09-13

Late Night with Conan O'Brien is an American late-night talk show hosted by Conan O'Brien that...

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Jimmy Kimmel Live!

as uncredited
First aired: 2003-01-26

Jimmy Kimmel Live! is an American late-night talk show, created and hosted by Jimmy Kimmel and...

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MTV Movie & TV Awards

as Self / Presenter
First aired: 1992-06-10

The annual film & TV awards show presented by MTV. The nominees are decided by producers and...

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Late Night with Jimmy Fallon

as Self
First aired: 2009-03-02

Late Night with Jimmy Fallon is an American late-night talk show airing weeknights at 12:35 am...

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Honest Trailers

as Self (archive footage)
First aired: 2012-02-13

Trailers that tell you the TRUTH about your favorite movies and TV shows: Honest Trailers. These...

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Icons

as uncredited
First aired: 2002-05-01

Icons was a documentary TV show on G4 that originally focused on significant people, companies,...

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Reunited Apart

as Self
First aired: 2020-04-27

Josh Gad reunites the cast and crews of various classic movies, and discusses the the films in...

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Geeking Out

as Self
First aired: 2016-07-24

A 30-minute talk show that takes a timely look at pop culture through a fanboy lens and features...

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